Orleans County, VT Property Records
Property records in Orleans, Vermont document ownership, transfers, parcel descriptions, assessed values, tax information, mortgages, liens, plats, and related land-use filings. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership history, review boundaries, estimate taxes, or confirm recorded interests in real estate.
Because Orleans is a village within the Town of Barton, official property and land records are maintained through the appropriate town offices, including the Town Clerk and assessing/lister functions. Users can access official records by contacting or visiting the Town of Barton municipal offices, where recorded deeds, tax data, and assessment information may be available for review or request. For current procedures, office hours, and contact details, consult the Town of Barton’s website for official property records information.
Orleans County, VT Property Records & Statistics
Orleans County's median rent is $925, below Vermont's $1,026.25 but above the national $840.25. The median home value is $208,300, under the state's $246,350 and above the national $173,750, which makes it one of the more affordable places to own a home in Vermont.
The median property tax rate is 1.72%, just under the state's 1.76% and more than double the national 0.74%. The median household income is $65,417, below Vermont's $72,164.50 and only slightly above the national $65,108, so housing costs and taxes take up a larger share of income than they do in higher-earning counties.
The unemployment rate is 2.46%, above the state's 2.14% and below the national 2.87%. Renter-occupied housing is 14.11% of occupied homes, lower than the state's 17.04% and the national 21.81%, which points to a market where homeownership is the norm.
Overall, Orleans County offers relatively low housing costs and a mostly owner-occupied market, with incomes that sit close to the national figure.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Orleans
Orleans County's property records include tax assessments, deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 18,810 total parcels, including 15,844 residential and 929 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 81.28% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 26,555 deeds and 3,757 mortgages, and 11,717 properties have valuation data, last updated August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 18,810 |
| Residential Parcels | 15,844 |
| Commercial Parcels | 929 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 81.28% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 26,555 |
| Mortgage Records | 3,757 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 11,717 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 15 |
How to Search Orleans County, VT Property Records
In Orleans County, land records are held by the clerks of the individual towns. The county has 18,810 parcels, and the records tied to them include deeds, mortgages, assessments, valuations, and foreclosure filings.
First work out which town the property is in, then contact that town clerk's office. Clerks keep the land records, can run a search with you, and issue copies of recorded documents. The Vermont Department of Taxes provides state guidance on property taxes and valuation, and the Vermont Center for Geographic Information geodata portal offers statewide parcel data and maps for checking boundaries.
A good search starts with an owner name, a street address, or a parcel number. Ask the clerk to look through the grantor and grantee indexes, or use a book and page reference from an earlier deed. Deed records in the data go back to January 4, 2000.
Call the clerk before visiting to check hours and ask whether copies can be mailed or emailed.
Orleans County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Orleans County property records by address?
Land records are indexed by owner and document, so start with the clerk of the Orleans County town where the property is located. Give the street address and ask staff to locate the deed. Statewide parcel data at the Vermont Center for Geographic Information can help confirm the lot.
How can I find property owners in Orleans County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds in each town's land records. Contact the clerk of the town where the property sits and ask to review the latest deed. Orleans County has 26,555 deed records, recorded from January 4, 2000 to August 29, 2025.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Orleans County?
Assessed values are set by each town, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Ask the town clerk or listers for a property's grand list entry. The Vermont Department of Taxes explains how assessments are reviewed and equalized.
Where can I find Orleans County property tax bills and payment records?
Orleans County towns issue their own property tax bills. Contact the clerk or treasurer of the town where the property is located for copies and payment history. The Vermont Department of Taxes has general information about tax rates, due dates, and relief programs.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Orleans County?
Deeds and mortgages are filed with the town clerk. The data shows 26,555 deed records and 3,757 mortgage records for Orleans County. Contact the clerk of the town where the land lies to search the indexes and request copies of recorded documents.
Where can I access Orleans County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Vermont Center for Geographic Information geodata portal offers statewide parcel boundaries and map layers, including the county's 18,810 parcels. For a printed tax map or a recorded survey, contact the clerk of the town where the property is located.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Orleans County?
Zoning and permits are managed by each town, often through a zoning administrator. Ask the town clerk for the right contact. Projects near wetlands or streams or involving septic systems may also need state permits, so confirm the requirements first.
How can I create a list of property owners in Orleans County?
The county has no single owner list. Owner names are held in each town's land records and grand list. Ask each town clerk about copying options and fees, and expect a separate request for every town you need.