Hampton County, SC Property Records
Property records in Hampton, South Carolina document ownership, assessed values, parcel boundaries, land use, building details, tax history, transfers, deeds, mortgages, and plats. These records are useful for verifying property ownership, researching sales history, estimating tax obligations, preparing real estate transactions, resolving boundary questions, and conducting due diligence before buying or selling property.
Official Hampton property records are maintained at the county level by Hampton County offices, including the Assessor, Treasurer, and Register of Deeds. Users can start their search through the county’s online resources or contact the appropriate office for certified copies and detailed record assistance. Visit the official Hampton County website for access to Hampton property records and related county property services.
Hampton County, SC Property Records & Statistics
Hampton County has a median rent of $761, below the South Carolina median of $818 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 25% of occupied homes, slightly above the state figure of 24.18% and the national figure of 21.81%, so about one in four households rents.
The median home value is $89,800, much lower than the state median of $125,800 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.62% is higher than the state rate of 0.53%, though below the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are inexpensive to buy, but owners pay a larger share of value in tax than the typical South Carolina homeowner.
Incomes are lower than average. The median household income is $40,707, compared with $51,386 statewide and $65,108 nationally. Low rents and home values help keep housing costs in line with local earnings.
The unemployment rate of 5.68% is well above the state rate of 3.05% and the national rate of 2.87%, signaling a tougher job market than in most of the state. Overall, the figures describe a low-cost county with affordable housing, modest incomes, a relatively high property tax rate and higher unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Hampton
Hampton County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 18,316 total parcels, including 13,626 residential and 663 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 65.96% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 17,894 deeds and 5,719 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 5,927 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 18,316 |
| Residential Parcels | 13,626 |
| Commercial Parcels | 663 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 65.96% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 17,894 |
| Mortgage Records | 5,719 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 5,927 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 1,028 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Hampton County has 6,874 assignment and release records. They include 1,477 assignment documents recorded from July 7, 2001, through August 25, 2025, and 5,382 release documents recorded from July 18, 1997, through August 26, 2025, along with 15 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners and researchers see who has held a mortgage on a property and whether older loans were paid off. They are useful before a sale or refinance, when confirming that liens have been released matters.
How to Search Hampton County, SC Property Records
Hampton County land records are handled through the Clerk of Court's Register of Deeds office at 1 Courthouse Square, Hampton. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and can be reached at 803-914-2250. Its records support the county's 18,316 parcels.
For office information, see the Hampton County Register of Deeds page. To search recorded documents online, use the South Carolina land records search, the records portal listed for the county's deeds and related instruments.
Start with an owner's name or other details you have, run the search and review the documents that come back. Open the deed or mortgage that matches the property and note its recording details. Deeds and mortgages are both available from January 4, 2006.
For help or older records, call the office during business hours or visit the courthouse in person.
Hampton Registrar of Deeds
The Hampton County Probate Office is located at 1 Courthouse Square, Hampton, SC, 29924 and can be reached at 803-914-2250. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through sclandrecords.com or the official website hamptoncountysc.org.
Hampton County Clerk of Court
Hampton County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Hampton County property records by address?
Use the South Carolina land records search to find recorded documents. If you only have an address, try the current or earlier owner's name and confirm the match in the document. You can also call the Clerk of Court's office at 803-914-2250 for help.
How can I find property owners in Hampton County?
A property's owner appears on its latest recorded deed. Search the land records portal by name and open the most recent deed. Hampton County holds 17,894 deed records, available from January 4, 2006. Staff at 1 Courthouse Square can also assist.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Hampton County?
Assessed values come from the county assessor, and records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated April 7, 2025. The Register of Deeds does not set values, but you can call 803-914-2250 for direction to the right office. Recorded deeds can show earlier sale prices for comparison.
Where can I find Hampton County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are handled by the county's tax offices rather than the Register of Deeds. Start from the Hampton County website to find the Treasurer or tax office, or call 803-914-2250 for a referral. Keep your parcel number or owner name available.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Hampton County?
Search the South Carolina land records portal for deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases, which are available from January 4, 2006. You can also visit the office at 1 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Hampton County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel mapping is kept separately from recorded documents. Check the Hampton County website for mapping resources, or call 803-914-2250 for a referral. The legal description in a recorded deed can also help you locate a parcel.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Hampton County?
Permits and zoning are handled by planning and building offices at the county or town level. For property inside a town, contact that town's office; for unincorporated areas, reach county planning through the Hampton County website.
How can I create a list of property owners in Hampton County?
The land records search is built for individual lookups. To compile a list, find each parcel's latest deed and note the owner. For larger or bulk requests, call the Clerk of Court's office at 803-914-2250 to ask what options exist.