Kershaw County, SC Property Records
Property records in Kershaw, South Carolina provide important information about real estate ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property taxes, deeds, transfers, and land-use details. These records are useful for homebuyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, estimating tax obligations, or reviewing a property’s history before a transaction.
Official records are typically maintained by county offices, including the assessor for valuation and parcel data, the treasurer for tax information, and the register of deeds for recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, and plats. Users can access official Kershaw property records through the county’s government resources, including the Kershaw County Assessor’s property records search, or by contacting the appropriate county office for certified copies and detailed assistance.
Kershaw County, SC Property Records & Statistics
Kershaw County has a median rent of $820, just above the South Carolina median of $818 and slightly below the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is only 17.59% of occupied homes, well under the state figure of 24.18% and the national figure of 21.81%, so the large majority of households own their homes.
The median home value is $172,300, considerably higher than the state median of $125,800 and nearly equal to the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.52% is just below the state rate of 0.53% and well under the national rate of 0.74%. Buyers pay more than elsewhere in the state, but the tax burden stays light.
The median household income is $55,972, above the state median of $51,386 but below the national median of $65,108. That higher income helps balance home values that sit above the state level.
The unemployment rate of 3.42% is higher than the state rate of 3.05% and the national rate of 2.87%, so the job market is somewhat softer than average. Overall, the figures describe an owner-dominated county with near-national home values, low taxes, above-average state income and slightly elevated unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Kershaw
Kershaw County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 48,741 total parcels, including 41,505 residential and 803 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 94.41% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 63,974 deeds and 14,255 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 24,287 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 48,741 |
| Residential Parcels | 41,505 |
| Commercial Parcels | 803 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.41% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 63,974 |
| Mortgage Records | 14,255 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 24,287 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 12,844 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents a transfer of the loan from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the mortgage was satisfied and the lien removed.
Kershaw County has 24,674 assignment and release records. They include 3,869 assignment documents recorded from June 2, 2017, through September 3, 2025, and 20,785 release documents recorded from May 27, 2016, through September 3, 2025, along with 20 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners and researchers trace a loan between lenders and confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off. They are useful before a sale or refinance, particularly for checking whether a lien remains open on a property.
How to Search Kershaw County, SC Property Records
Kershaw County deeds, mortgages and other recorded land documents are kept by the Register of Deeds at 515 Walnut Street, Camden. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and can be reached at 803-425-7235. Its records support the county's 48,741 parcels.
For office information, visit the Kershaw County Register of Deeds page. Recording requirements are on the Register of Deeds forms page. To look up recorded documents, use the Kershaw County official records search.
Start with the owner's name or other details you have, run the search and review the results. Open the deed or mortgage that matches the property and note its recording details. Deeds are available from January 20, 1989, and mortgages from September 1, 2011.
If you need older records or help, call the office during business hours or visit in person.
Kershaw Registrar of Deeds
The Kershaw County Probate Office is located at 515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC, 29020 and can be reached at 803-425-7235. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through kershawsc.avenuinsights.com or the official website kershaw.sc.gov.
Kershaw County Register of Deeds
Kershaw County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Kershaw County property records by address?
Use the Kershaw County official records search to find recorded documents. If you only have an address, search the current or prior owner's name and confirm the match in the document. You can also call the Register of Deeds at 803-425-7235 for help.
How can I find property owners in Kershaw County?
The latest recorded deed shows a property's owner. Search the official records by name and open the most recent deed. Kershaw County holds 63,974 deed records dating from January 20, 1989, and the office at 515 Walnut Street, Camden, can assist.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Kershaw County?
Assessed values come from the county assessor, and records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated July 15, 2025. The Register of Deeds does not set values, but you can call 803-425-7235 for direction to the right office. Recorded deeds can show earlier sale prices.
Where can I find Kershaw County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are handled by the county's tax offices rather than the Register of Deeds. Start at the Kershaw County Register of Deeds page on the county site to find the right office, or call 803-425-7235 for a referral. Have your parcel number or owner name ready.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Kershaw County?
Search the Kershaw County official records for deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases. Deeds are available from January 20, 1989, and mortgages from September 1, 2011. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and recording forms are on its forms page.
Where can I access Kershaw County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel mapping is maintained separately from recorded documents. Check the Kershaw County website for mapping resources, or call 803-425-7235 for a referral. A deed's legal description can also help you locate a parcel.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Kershaw County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county or municipal planning and building offices. For property inside a city such as Camden, contact that city's planning department; for unincorporated areas, reach county planning through the Kershaw County website.
How can I create a list of property owners in Kershaw County?
The official records search is built for individual lookups. To compile a list, find each parcel's latest deed and record the owner. For larger or bulk requests, call the Register of Deeds at 803-425-7235 to ask what is available.