Accomack County, VA Property Records
Property records in Accomack, Virginia document key details about real estate within the county, including ownership, parcel identification, assessed value, tax information, legal descriptions, deeds, plats, and transfer history. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, researchers, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review property boundaries, estimate taxes, or research a property’s history.
Official Accomack property records are maintained through county offices such as the Commissioner of the Revenue, Treasurer, and Circuit Court Clerk, depending on the type of record needed. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the county’s official online resources for Accomack property records, while recorded deeds and related land documents may be obtained through the Accomack County Circuit Court Clerk’s office.
Accomack County, VA Property Records & Statistics
Accomack County has a median rent of $986, almost identical to the Virginia median of $985.25 and well above the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 32.88% of occupied homes in the county, compared with 23.24% statewide and 21.81% nationally, so rentals play a larger part in the local housing market than they do in most places.
The median home value in Accomack County is $171,250, far below Virginia's $233,300 and slightly under the national figure of $173,750. Property taxes are comparatively light: the county's median property tax rate of 0.59% sits below the state rate of 0.65% and the national rate of 0.74%. Together, these numbers describe an affordable ownership market with a modest ongoing tax cost.
Median household income is $48,571, which trails both the state figure of $64,686 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.98% is a little above the Virginia rate of 2.58% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, the figures show a county where home prices and incomes are lower than the state norm, but rents are close to the Virginia median. That combination, along with a high share of renters, suggests that housing costs can weigh more heavily on household budgets in Accomack County than the low home values alone would imply.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Accomack
Accomack County property records cover tax assessments, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 40,977 total parcels, including 36,159 residential and 1,410 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 96.74% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 18,809 properties, and foreclosure records include 1,485 Notice of Trustee Sale filings.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 40,977 |
| Residential Parcels | 36,159 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,410 |
| Other Parcels | 3,408 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 96.74% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 18,809 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,485 |
| Latest Notice of Trustee Sale | August 26, 2025 |
How to Search Accomack County, VA Property Records
Accomack County's land records are kept by the Circuit Court Clerk's Office in Accomac. The records tie back to the county's 40,977 parcels and cover recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, and other real estate filings, along with the ownership and transfer history that comes with them.
To search recorded documents, use the Accomack County land records page, which explains how to reach the online index and how to record documents electronically. For general information about the office, including contact details, visit the Accomack County Clerk of Circuit Court page. Both links are maintained by the county.
The Clerk's Office is at 23316 Courthouse Avenue, Accomac, and is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can call 757-787-5776 if you would rather ask for help with a record in person or by phone.
Before you begin, gather the property address, the owner's name, or the parcel number. Search by the most specific detail you have, review the matching entries, and open the document that fits the property you are researching. If an older record does not appear online, contact the Clerk's Office and ask how to request it.
Accomack Registrar of Deeds
The Accomack County Probate Office is located at 23316 Courthouse Avenue, Accomac, VA, 23301 and can be reached at 757-787-5776. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through co.accomack.va.us or the official website co.accomack.va.us.
Accomack County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Accomack County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Accomack County property records by address?
Recorded documents are indexed by name and document type rather than street address, so start with the Accomack County land records page. If you only know the address, look up the owner through the county's assessment office, then search the land records by that name. The Clerk's Office at 757-787-5776 can help.
How can I find property owners in Accomack County?
Owners are identified in recorded deeds, which the Circuit Court Clerk's Office maintains. Use the land records page to reach the index and search by grantor or grantee name. The office is at 23316 Courthouse Avenue, Accomac, open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, if you need staff to point you to a deed.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Accomack County?
Accomack County's tax records reflect the 2025 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on August 11, 2025. Assessments are handled by the county's real estate assessment office, which you can reach through the Accomack County website. Call the county government and ask for the assessor with your address or parcel number.
Where can I find Accomack County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued and collected by county offices rather than the court. Visit the Accomack County website and look for the Treasurer's office to pay a bill or request payment history. Have your parcel number or the owner's name ready, since either will help staff find the correct account quickly.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Accomack County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are held by the Circuit Court Clerk. Search them through the Accomack County land records page, which also covers electronic recording. For help or copies, contact the Clerk of Circuit Court at 757-787-5776.
Where can I access Accomack County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel mapping is published through the county government, so begin on the Accomack County website and look for the GIS or mapping pages. The county has 40,977 parcels, so searching by parcel number or address gives the quickest results. Keep in mind that online maps are for reference and are not legal surveys of property boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Accomack County?
Permits and zoning are handled by the county's planning and building offices, not the Clerk's Office. Start at the Accomack County website and look for the planning or building department. If your property is inside an incorporated town on the Eastern Shore, that town may have its own zoning rules, so confirm with the local office before you build.
How can I create a list of property owners in Accomack County?
The county's online tools are built for looking up one property at a time. To build a list, search the land records for individual deeds and note each owner. For larger or bulk requests, call the Clerk of Circuit Court at 757-787-5776 and ask what options exist.