Orangeburg County, SC Property Records
Property records in Orangeburg, South Carolina document ownership, transfers, assessments, parcel details, legal descriptions, plats, deeds, mortgages, liens, and property tax information for real estate in Orangeburg County. These records are useful for confirming ownership, researching sales history, reviewing property boundaries, estimating tax obligations, supporting title searches, and conducting due diligence before buying, selling, or financing property.
Users can access official Orangeburg property information through county offices such as the Assessor, Register of Deeds, Treasurer, and GIS/Mapping services. The best starting point is the county’s official site for Orangeburg property records, where residents, buyers, real estate professionals, and researchers can find links to relevant public record tools and departmental contact information.
Orangeburg County, SC Property Records & Statistics
Orangeburg County has a median rent of $723, below the South Carolina median of $818 and the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $98,800, compared with $125,800 statewide and $173,750 nationally. Both renting and buying are cheaper here than in most of the state and the country.
The median property tax rate is 0.6%, higher than the state's 0.53% but below the national 0.74%. Because home values are low, the actual tax bill may still be modest even with a rate above the state average. Renter-occupied housing makes up 24.62% of occupied homes, slightly above the state's 24.18% and higher than the national 21.81%, meaning about a quarter of households rent.
Median household income is $39,707, well below the state's $51,386 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 4.05%, higher than the state's 3.05% and the national 2.87%.
Altogether, Orangeburg County offers low housing costs and a rental share close to the state norm, but lower incomes and higher unemployment shape the local market and household budgets.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Orangeburg
Orangeburg County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 71,473 total parcels, including 56,528 residential and 2,783 commercial parcels, with data for the 2023 assessment year. Recorded documents include 101,826 deeds and 25,061 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 23,487 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 71,473 |
| Residential Parcels | 56,528 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,783 |
| Assessment Year | 2023 |
| Deed Records | 101,826 |
| Mortgage Records | 25,061 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 23,487 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 6,646 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 24,232 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage moved from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Orangeburg County has 41,063 assignment and release records, including 9,534 assignment documents recorded from October 31, 2000, through September 3, 2025, and 31,348 release documents recorded from April 29, 1987, through September 3, 2025. The county also has 181 other documents.
For property research, these records help show who held a mortgage, how a loan changed hands, and whether past loans were paid off. Search recorded documents through the Orangeburg County Register of Deeds records search, or read about the office on the Orangeburg County Register of Deeds page.
How to Search Orangeburg County, SC Property Records
Orangeburg County's recorded documents are kept by the Register of Deeds. The county has 71,473 parcels, 101,826 deed records recorded from January 1, 1989 to August 28, 2025, and 25,061 mortgage records recorded from June 1, 2004 to August 28, 2025. The records show ownership transfers, financing, valuation data, and foreclosure filings.
Search recorded documents through the Orangeburg County Register of Deeds records search, the office's online portal. For office details and background, see the Orangeburg County Register of Deeds page on the county website, which lists the county's departments in its directory.
To get started, gather the owner's name, the property address, or the document's recording date. Enter the details, review matches by date, and open the document that corresponds to your property. Confirm names and dates to be sure the record is the right one.
The Register of Deeds is at 151 Docket Street, Orangeburg, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 803-533-6235 if you need help finding a record.
Orangeburg Registrar of Deeds
The Orangeburg County Probate Office is located at 151 Docket Street, Orangeburg, SC, 29116 and can be reached at 803-533-6235. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through orangeburgscrod.org or the official website orangeburgcounty.org.
Orangeburg County Register of Deeds
Orangeburg County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Orangeburg County property records by address?
Use the Orangeburg County Register of Deeds records search for recorded documents tied to a property. For parcel and assessment information, start at the Orangeburg County website. If an address doesn't return a match, try the owner's name or call 803-533-6235.
How can I find property owners in Orangeburg County?
Recorded deeds show who sold and who received a property. Search them through the records search and review the most recent deed for the current owner. The Register of Deeds at 151 Docket Street, Orangeburg, can help trace ownership.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Orangeburg County?
The county assessor sets assessed values, and the county's data reflects the 2023 assessment year. Use the Orangeburg County website to find the assessor's office and contact details. Provide the parcel number or owner name so staff can look up the assessment.
Where can I find Orangeburg County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the county's Auditor and Treasurer rather than the Register of Deeds. Find those offices through the Orangeburg County website and ask about bills and payment methods. Keep the parcel number or owner name handy.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Orangeburg County?
Deeds and mortgages are recorded by the Orangeburg County Register of Deeds. Search them online through the records search, or visit 151 Docket Street, Orangeburg, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 803-533-6235 for questions.
Where can I access Orangeburg County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are kept by county mapping and assessor staff. The Orangeburg County website lists departments and their contacts. With 71,473 parcels in the county, bring a parcel number or address so staff can find the right map quickly.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Orangeburg County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county planning and building staff, or by the city if the property lies within Orangeburg or another municipality. Begin at the Orangeburg County website to find the right department, and confirm requirements before building or changing a property's use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Orangeburg County?
Online tools support single-property lookups. To build a list, search deeds in the records search for your target area or period and record the grantees. For a larger request, call the Register of Deeds at 803-533-6235 to ask what can be provided.