Abbeville County, SC Property Records
Property records in Abbeville, South Carolina include parcel ownership details, property descriptions, assessed values, tax information, deeds, plats, transfers, and related land records. These records are useful for confirming ownership, researching property history, reviewing tax assessments, preparing for real estate transactions, or conducting legal and genealogical research.
Users can access official Abbeville property records through Abbeville County offices, including the Assessor’s Office for parcel and valuation information, the Register of Deeds for recorded deeds and plats, and the Treasurer’s Office for property tax records. Online resources and office contact information are available through the county’s website for official Abbeville property records.
Abbeville County, SC Property Records & Statistics
Abbeville County has a median rent of $828, just above the South Carolina median of $818 and slightly below the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 28.59% of occupied homes in the county, a larger share than the state's 24.18% and the national 21.81%, which points to a rental market that plays a bigger role here than in much of the state.
The median home value is $140,700, higher than the state median of $125,800 but well under the national figure of $173,750. Property taxes are comparatively light. The county's median property tax rate of 0.49% sits below the state rate of 0.53% and far below the national rate of 0.74%, so owners keep more of the value of their homes than the typical U.S. homeowner.
Median household income in Abbeville County is $50,603, a little under the state median of $51,386 and well below the national $65,108. Employment is a bright spot: the unemployment rate of 1.6% is far lower than the state's 3.05% and the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a county with moderately priced homes, low property taxes, incomes close to the state level, strong employment, and an above-average share of renters.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Abbeville
Abbeville County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 19,876 total parcels, with tax records covering 95.97% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 2,577 deeds and 131 mortgages, valuation data is available for 7,743 properties, and foreclosure activity includes 626 lis pendens records.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 19,876 |
| Residential Parcels | 13,265 |
| Commercial Parcels | 511 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.97% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 2,577 |
| Mortgage Records | 131 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 7,743 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 626 |
How to Search Abbeville County, SC Property Records
Abbeville County property records are spread across several kinds of records: tax assessment and parcel details, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. Together they cover the county's 19,876 parcels and include ownership, parcel classification, assessment year, recorded transfers, and court-related foreclosure activity.
The main office listed for in-person and phone help is the Abbeville County Clerk of Court, at 102 Court Square, Abbeville. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 864-366-5312, ext. 551. Use this page to learn about the office and how to request records. Common request forms are collected on the county's Abbeville County online forms page.
To search, start with the most specific detail you have: a property address, an owner name, or a parcel number. Tell the office what you are looking for, such as a deed, a mortgage, or an assessment, and note the approximate date of the transaction, since recorded deed and mortgage data span different periods. Review the results and confirm that the owner name, location, and dates match the property you are researching.
If an online search does not turn up what you need, call the Clerk of Court's office with the details you have and ask which office holds the record.
Abbeville Registrar of Deeds
The Abbeville County Probate Office is located at 102 Court Square, Abbeville, SC, 29620 and can be reached at 864-366-5312, ext. 551. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website abbevillecountysc.com.
Abbeville County Clerk of Court
Abbeville County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Abbeville County property records by address?
Start with the Abbeville County Clerk of Court at 102 Court Square, Abbeville, which you can reach at 864-366-5312, ext. 551. Give the staff the property address and say whether you need a deed, mortgage, or assessment. The Clerk of Court page explains the office and how to make a request. The office is open weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I find property owners in Abbeville County?
Ownership is shown in the county's tax and recorded deed records. The county has 19,876 parcels, and its deed records cover transfers recorded between February 12, 2006 and August 14, 2013. Ask the Abbeville County Clerk of Court for the recorded deed on a property, using the address or a prior owner's name. The Clerk of Court page lists contact details.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Abbeville County?
Assessed values are part of the county's tax records, which currently reflect the 2024 assessment year and were last updated by the assessor on February 28, 2025. Contact the Abbeville County Clerk of Court at 864-366-5312, ext. 551 for help pointing you to the right office, and have the parcel address or owner name ready.
Where can I find Abbeville County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are tied to a property's parcel and its 2024 tax year records. For questions about a bill or a payment, call the Abbeville County Clerk of Court at 864-366-5312, ext. 551, and ask which county office handles tax billing. Have the owner name, property address, or parcel number ready so staff can direct your request correctly.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Abbeville County?
Deeds and mortgages are recorded documents. Abbeville County's records include 2,577 deeds recorded from February 12, 2006 to August 14, 2013 and 131 mortgages recorded from January 7, 2011 to January 11, 2012. Contact the Abbeville County Clerk of Court with the owner name and approximate date, or use the county's online forms to request copies.
Where can I access Abbeville County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's assessment records cover 19,876 parcels, including 13,265 residential and 511 commercial parcels. For parcel maps, call the Abbeville County Clerk of Court at 864-366-5312, ext. 551, and ask which office maintains current parcel boundaries. Maps are a reference tool and are not a substitute for a survey of a property.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Abbeville County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on where the property sits, so start by calling the Abbeville County Clerk of Court at 864-366-5312, ext. 551 to ask which office handles building permits and zoning for your address. Properties inside a town may follow that town's own rules, so confirm the location of the parcel before you begin any project.
How can I create a list of property owners in Abbeville County?
Owner details are looked up one property at a time through the county's tax and deed records. For a larger list, such as owners in a neighborhood, call the Abbeville County Clerk of Court at 864-366-5312, ext. 551 to ask what bulk or multiple-record requests are accepted, and use the county forms page for any request form.