Westmoreland County, PA Property Records
Property records in Westmoreland, Pennsylvania document key details about real estate ownership and land history within the county. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, parcel information, property transfers, subdivision plans, assessment data, and related tax information. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching a property’s sale history, reviewing legal descriptions, checking encumbrances, and supporting real estate transactions, estate matters, or local history research.
Official Westmoreland property records are maintained by county offices, including the Recorder of Deeds for recorded land documents and county assessment offices for parcel and valuation information. Users can access official resources through the county’s official property records page or by contacting the appropriate Westmoreland County office for in-person assistance, certified copies, or search guidance.
Westmoreland County, PA Property Records & Statistics
Westmoreland County has housing costs that run close to, but just under, state and national figures. The median rent is $830, compared with $839 in Pennsylvania and $840.25 nationally. The median home value is $146,100, below the state's $168,550 and the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 18.42% of occupied homes, a little less than the state's 19.64% and the national 21.81%, so owners make up most households.
The median property tax rate is 1.24%, under the state rate of 1.3% but well above the national 0.74%. Homeowners pay a somewhat lighter rate than the typical Pennsylvanian, though taxes remain a meaningful part of ownership costs compared with the rest of the country.
The median household income is $65,987, higher than the state's $63,611 and slightly above the national $65,108. That income edge, together with lower home values, makes housing relatively manageable. The unemployment rate of 3.07% is a bit higher than 2.84% in Pennsylvania and 2.87% nationally.
All told, the county offers moderate housing costs, a below-state tax rate, above-average incomes, and slightly elevated unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Westmoreland
Westmoreland County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 194,049 total parcels, including 148,188 residential and 10,998 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 96.47% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 237,232 deeds and 239,284 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 116,183 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 194,049 |
| Residential Parcels | 148,188 |
| Commercial Parcels | 10,998 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 96.47% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 237,232 |
| Mortgage Records | 239,284 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 116,183 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 6,092 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred from one lender or holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Westmoreland County has 384,236 assignment and release records. They include 46,490 assignment documents recorded from April 4, 2004, through September 4, 2025, and 337,070 release documents recorded from September 28, 1977, through September 4, 2025, along with 676 other documents.
For property research, these records reveal who holds a mortgage and whether earlier loans were paid off. Buyers, owners and title researchers can use them to confirm that past liens were released and to follow a loan as it moved between lenders before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Westmoreland County, PA Property Records
Westmoreland County property records are held by several county offices, with the Recorder of Deeds recording deeds, mortgages and related documents. The county's records cover 194,049 parcels and include ownership, assessment details, recorded transactions and foreclosure filings.
For recorded documents, use the Westmoreland County official records search, the online tool listed by the Recorder of Deeds. The Westmoreland County Recorder of Deeds Office page explains the office's services, and the Westmoreland County e-recording portal handles electronic filing. For other departments, visit the Westmoreland County website.
The Recorder of Deeds is at 40 N Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and can be reached at 724-830-3518.
Before searching, have the property address, owner name or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the matching results, and open the record for your property. If something is missing online, call or visit the office.
Westmoreland Registrar of Deeds
The Westmoreland County Probate Office is located at 40 N Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601 and can be reached at 724-830-3518. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through wcdeeds.us or the official website co.westmoreland.pa.us.
Westmoreland County Recorder of Deeds Office
Westmoreland County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Westmoreland County property records by address?
Start at the Westmoreland County website, which links to the county's assessment and records offices. Have the full street address ready. For recorded documents tied to an address, use the online records search or call the Recorder of Deeds Office at 724-830-3518 for help.
How can I find property owners in Westmoreland County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Use the Westmoreland County records search to look up deeds by name, or visit the Recorder of Deeds Office at 40 N Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 724-830-3518 for assistance.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Westmoreland County?
Assessment records cover 194,049 parcels, with an assessment year of 2025 and the latest assessor update on July 3, 2025. Find the assessment office through the Westmoreland County website. Recorded deeds from the Recorder of Deeds can confirm the current owner before you ask about a value.
Where can I find Westmoreland County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills in Pennsylvania are generally issued by municipal and school district tax collectors, so the right office depends on where the property is. The Westmoreland County website can direct you to the correct county department. The Recorder of Deeds at 724-830-3518 handles recorded documents only.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Westmoreland County?
Deeds, mortgages and related documents are recorded at the Westmoreland County Recorder of Deeds Office. Search online through the records search, where deed records run from January 1, 1995 to September 2, 2025. Documents can also be filed through e-recording, or call 724-830-3518.
Where can I access Westmoreland County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS tools for the county's 194,049 parcels are generally reached from the main county site. Visit the Westmoreland County website and browse the county departments for mapping resources. Parcel maps are a reference tool and are not a legal survey of a property.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Westmoreland County?
Permits and zoning are usually handled by the municipality where the property is located, so contact the borough or township first. The Westmoreland County website can help you find the right office. For recorded restrictions or easements, check the deed through the Recorder of Deeds Office.
How can I create a list of property owners in Westmoreland County?
The online tools are meant for individual lookups. For a larger list, ask the Recorder of Deeds Office at 724-830-3518 what index information is available. With 237,232 deed records dating to 1995, recorded deeds are a good source for owner names and transfers.