Winchester City Property Records in Virginia

Winchester is an independent city in northern Shenandoah Valley, separate from surrounding Frederick County, and it maintains its own property records. The Winchester Circuit Court Clerk records deeds, trusts, easements and plats and keeps the city's land books. Assessment records, property cards and ownership details come from the Winchester Commissioner of the Revenue, and real estate tax bills are paid to the Winchester Treasurer. Historic Old Town properties may require review by the city's Planning Department as well. Cases involving title or property are heard by the Winchester Circuit Court.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$64,648
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$325,900
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,506
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.77%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,298 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
42%
Population
Population:
27,981

Winchester Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section shows reported crime in Winchester, including violent crimes such as murder, robbery, and assault, and property crimes such as total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

The data lists 0 murders, 10 robberies, and 23 assaults. For property crime, it shows 645 property crimes, including 56 burglaries and 27 motor vehicle thefts.

Users can use these counts to see which types of reported crime appear in Winchester and how many are recorded in each category. The figures show reported counts only and do not, on their own, explain the causes or context behind crime in Winchester.

Robberies
Robberies:
10
Burglary
Burglary:
56
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
27
Theft
Theft:
562
Assault
Assault:
23
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
33

What Is the Population Profile of Winchester

Winchester's population is mostly White, at 63% (17,552 residents), followed by Hispanic residents at 20% (5,611 residents) and Black residents at 9% (2,472 residents). The data also includes Two + Races at 5% (1,475 residents), Asian at 2% (647 residents), Other Race at 0.67% (188 residents), American Indian at 0.13% (36 residents), and Pacific Islander at 0% (0 residents).

White
63%
17,552
Hispanic
20%
5,611
Black
9%
2,472
Two + Races
5%
1,475
Asian
2%
647
Other Race
0.67%
188
American Indian
0.13%
36
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Winchester, Ratings Compared Across Virginia A-

Winchester's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Access to Coffee Shops (A+), Access to Restaurants (A+), and Health & Fitness (A). Other notable ratings include Public Schools (B+), Commute (B+), and Housing (C). The ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
A
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B+
Nightlife
Nightlife
A
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
B+
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B+
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
B+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A-
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A
Housing
Housing
C
Jobs
Jobs
C+
Walkability
Walkability
A-

How Educated Is Winchester

Winchester's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (29%), Bachelor Degree (18%), and Below High School (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
29%
Bachelor Degree
18%
Below High School
13%
Some College
13%
Masters Degree
10%
Associate Degree
6%
Doctorate
1%

When Were Homes Built

Winchester's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (24%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (22%) and 1980 - 1999 (22%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
24%
1940 - 1959
22%
1980 - 1999
22%
Before 1939
18%
2000 - Present
14%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Winchester's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (37%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (31%) and 1 Bedroom (13%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
37%
2 Bedrooms
31%
1 Bedroom
13%
4 Bedrooms
12%
5 or More Bedrooms
4%
No Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Winchester's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (17%), 25 - 34 (13%), and 35 - 44 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
17%
25 - 34
13%
35 - 44
13%
Under 10
12%
55 - 64
12%
45 - 54
11%
18 - 24
11%
10 - 17
10%

Property Market Trends at Winchester

Winchester's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $325,900. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,298 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Winchester's dynamic real estate landscape.

Winchester Assessor Office

Frederick County Real Estate Division’s Office

Street:
107 N Kent Street
City:
Winchester
County:
Frederick
State:
VA
Zip Code:
22601
Phone:
540-665-5680
Fax:
540-667-6487
Email:
-
Hours:
Monday-Friday (8AM - 5PM)

Winchester City Commissioner of the Revenue's Office

Street:
21 S. Kent St.
City:
Winchester
County:
Winchester
State:
VA
Zip Code:
22601
Phone:
540-667-1815 - opt 4
Fax:
540-667-8937
Hours:
Monday-Friday (8AM - 4:30PM)

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