Washington County, VT Property Records
Property records in Washington, Vermont include documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, surveys, property tax information, assessment records, and ownership transfer details. These records are useful for confirming legal ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing sales history, preparing for real estate transactions, and understanding local tax obligations.
Official Washington property records are maintained primarily by the Washington Town Clerk, with assessment and tax-related information handled through the town’s municipal offices. Users can access records by contacting or visiting the Town Clerk’s Office, and may find guidance through the town’s official website for Washington property records. Records may be available for inspection during office hours, and copies can typically be requested according to local procedures and fees.
Washington County, VT Property Records & Statistics
Washington County has a median rent of $1,132.50, higher than Vermont's $1,026.25 and well above the national figure of $840.25. The median home value of $286,400 is also above the state median of $246,350 and far above the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 17.2% of occupied homes, close to the state's 17.04% and below the national 21.81%.
Property taxes are a notable cost here. The county's median property tax rate is 1.92%, higher than the state rate of 1.76% and more than two and a half times the national 0.74%. Combined with high home values, owners in Washington County face some of the steeper carrying costs in the state.
Incomes help offset some of the pressure. Median household income is $81,791.50, compared with $72,164.50 across Vermont and $65,108 nationally, which means typical households earn noticeably more than elsewhere in the state. The unemployment rate of 1.65% is lower than both the state's 2.14% and the national 2.87%, pointing to a strong local job market.
Overall, the figures describe a higher-cost county where rents, home values, and taxes all run above state averages, supported by above-average incomes, low unemployment, and a housing market dominated by owner-occupied homes.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Washington
Washington County property records span tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 31,354 total parcels, including 26,329 residential and 1,859 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 87.69% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorders hold 40,976 deed records and 22,295 mortgage records, with valuation data for 21,228 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 31,354 |
| Residential Parcels | 26,329 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,859 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.69% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 40,976 |
| Mortgage Records | 22,295 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 21,228 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 187 |
How to Search Washington County, VT Property Records
Land records in Vermont are maintained by town and city clerks. In Washington County, the Barre City Clerk and the Barre Town Clerk both offer online access to recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, and surveys, covering a county with 31,354 parcels.
For Barre City records, use the Barre City land records search to look up recorded documents, and see the Barre City Clerk's office page for contact details and services. The City Clerk is at 6 N. Main Street and can be reached at 802-476-0242, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
For Barre Town, the Barre Town land records search provides online document lookup, and the Barre Town Clerk record keeping page explains how records are kept. The Town Clerk is at 149 Websterville Road and can be reached at 802-479-9331, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Have the owner name, property address, or approximate recording date ready, then enter the most specific details you have and open the matching document. For properties in other Washington County towns, contact that town's clerk.
Washington Registrar of Deeds
The Washington County Probate Office is located at 6 N. Main Street, Barre City, VT, 05641 and can be reached at 802-476-0242. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through i2j.uslandrecords.com or the official website barrecity.org.
Barre City Clerk
Barre Town Clerk
Washington County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Washington County property records by address?
Property records are kept by each town clerk. For Barre City, use the Barre City land records search; for Barre Town, use the Barre Town land records search. Searching by name or document date usually works best, and clerks can help you locate an address.
How can I find property owners in Washington County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Search the Barre City records or Barre Town records by name to find transfers. For other towns, call that town's clerk and ask for ownership information from the grand list.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Washington County?
Assessments are set by each town's listers or assessor, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Contact the Barre City Clerk at 802-476-0242 or the Barre Town Clerk at 802-479-9331 for a property's listed value.
Where can I find Washington County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by each municipality. In Barre City, call the City Clerk at 802-476-0242 or visit 6 N. Main Street. In Barre Town, call 802-479-9331 or visit 149 Websterville Road. The Vermont Department of Taxes also publishes statewide property tax information.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Washington County?
Deeds and mortgages are recorded with the town clerk. Use the Barre City land records search or the Barre Town land records search. Clerks can also assist in person on weekdays and answer questions about copies.
Where can I access Washington County parcel maps and GIS information?
Statewide parcel data and mapping resources are coordinated by the Vermont Center for Geographic Information. Towns may also keep tax maps at their clerk's office, so call the Barre City Clerk at 802-476-0242 or the Barre Town Clerk at 802-479-9331 to ask about maps.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Washington County?
Permits and zoning are handled by each municipality's zoning administrator. For Barre City or Barre Town, call the clerk's office at 802-476-0242 or 802-479-9331 and ask to be directed to the zoning or permit contact. Larger projects may also require state permits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Washington County?
No single county database lists all owners. Search each clerk's land records by name or date, or ask the town about its grand list. For Barre City or Barre Town, contact the clerk to ask what lists and bulk records requests are available.