Giles County, VA Property Records
Property records in Giles, Virginia, document land and real estate ownership within Giles County. These records may include deeds, plats, mortgages, parcel descriptions, ownership history, assessed values, tax information, and legal descriptions. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and conducting title or historical research.
Official Giles property records are typically maintained by local government offices. The Giles County Circuit Court Clerk records deeds, plats, and other land instruments, while county tax and assessment offices handle real estate valuation and tax information. Users can access official land records by contacting or visiting the Clerk’s office and reviewing available county assessment resources. For authoritative office details, start with the Virginia courts page for the Giles Circuit Court Clerk’s land records information.
Giles County, VA Property Records & Statistics
Giles County has a median rent of $680, well below the Virginia figure of $985.25 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 20.45% of occupied homes, slightly under the state's 23.24% and the national 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value is $144,000, much lower than the state median of $233,300 and below the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 0.65% is equal to the state rate of 0.65% and below the national rate of 0.74%. Low prices combined with a state-level tax rate mean the yearly tax bill on a typical home is small.
Median household income is $66,389, higher than the state's $64,686 and the national $65,108. With low housing costs, that gives many households extra room in their budgets. Employment is strong as well: the unemployment rate of 1.07% is far below the 2.58% state rate and the 2.87% national rate.
Overall, the figures describe an affordable county with low rents and home values, an average tax rate, above-average incomes, very low unemployment, and a market made up mostly of homeowners.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Giles
Giles County property records cover tax assessments, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 14,172 total parcels, including 7,533 residential and 603 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 94.21% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 6,107 properties, with the latest valuation update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,172 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,533 |
| Commercial Parcels | 603 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.21% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | January 9, 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6,107 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,659 |
| Latest Notice of Trustee Sale | July 1, 2025 |
How to Search Giles County, VA Property Records
Giles County property records are held by the Giles County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, which records deeds, mortgages, and other land documents, and by county offices that maintain assessments for the county's 14,172 parcels. Together they provide ownership, assessed values, tax information, and recorded transactions.
To search recorded property documents, use the Giles County property search, the records search listed for the county. Information about the clerk's services is on the Giles County Circuit Court Clerk's Office page. Lenders and title agents who file documents electronically can use the Giles County e-recording network page.
The Clerk's Office is at 501 Wenonah Avenue, Pearisburg, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 540-921-1722 with questions about a record.
To search, have the owner name, property address, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete detail you have, review the results, and open the record that matches your property. Check recording dates on deeds and mortgages, and call the Clerk if an older document does not appear online.
Giles Registrar of Deeds
The Giles County Probate Office is located at 501 Wenonah Avenue, Pearisburg, VA, 24134 and can be reached at 540-921-1722. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through courthousedirect.com or the official website virginiasmtnplayground.com.
Giles County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Giles County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Giles County property records by address?
Use the Giles County property search and enter the street address to find the matching record. If it does not return a result, try a shorter version of the address or call the Circuit Court Clerk's Office in Pearisburg at 540-921-1722 for help locating the property.
How can I find property owners in Giles County?
Owner names appear on assessment records and recorded deeds. Search by name in the Giles County property search, or contact the Giles County Circuit Court Clerk's Office at 501 Wenonah Avenue, Pearisburg, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Giles County?
Assessments are handled by the county's assessment office, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated January 9, 2025. Contact the Commissioner of the Revenue through county offices in Pearisburg to ask about a specific parcel. Recorded deeds can also show recent sale details.
Where can I find Giles County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled by the county's Treasurer. If you cannot find your bill online, call the county offices in Pearisburg with your parcel number or property address and ask for a copy of the bill or your payment history. The Clerk's Office at 540-921-1722 can point you to the right office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Giles County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Giles County Circuit Court Clerk's Office. Search the Giles County property search online, or visit 501 Wenonah Avenue, Pearisburg, or call 540-921-1722 to request a copy.
Where can I access Giles County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel and GIS maps for Giles County are available through the county's offices in Pearisburg, and the Clerk at 540-921-1722 can direct you to the right department. Maps help locate parcels and show general boundaries, but they are not a legal survey. For exact boundaries, consult a licensed surveyor or the recorded plat.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Giles County?
Permits and zoning are handled by the county's planning and building staff. Call the Giles County offices in Pearisburg before you build, add, or change a property's use so you know which approvals apply. If your property is inside a town such as Pearisburg, ask the town about its own permit and zoning rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Giles County?
The county's online tools are meant for single-property lookups. To build a larger list, combine searches in the Giles County property search with recorded deed information, and call the Clerk's Office at 540-921-1722 to ask what records can be requested in volume.