Hanover County, VA Property Records
Property records in Hanover, Virginia provide important information about real estate ownership, assessments, parcel boundaries, land use, sales history, and tax-related details. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, researchers, and attorneys who need to verify ownership, review property values, confirm legal descriptions, or understand tax obligations.
Official Hanover property records are maintained by Hanover County government offices, including departments responsible for real estate assessments, taxation, and land records. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the county’s online tools or contact the appropriate county office for official documentation. For current county resources, visit Hanover County’s official page for property records search.
Hanover County, VA Property Records & Statistics
Hanover County is a higher-cost, higher-income market. Median rent is $1,321, above the Virginia median of $985.25 and the national median of $840.25. Even so, only 10.51% of occupied homes are rented, far below the state share of 23.24% and the national share of 21.81%, so the county is dominated by homeowners.
The median home value is $367,650, well above Virginia's $233,300 and roughly double the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 0.69% is higher than the state rate of 0.65% but under the national rate of 0.74%, so the tax bill on those higher-priced homes can be substantial.
Median household income is $91,835.50, far above the state median of $64,686 and the national median of $65,108, which supports the higher housing costs. The unemployment rate is 2.32%, below the state rate of 2.58% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Altogether, the figures describe a prosperous, owner-occupied county with high home values, strong incomes and low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Hanover
Hanover County has 51,779 total parcels and 98.91% tax record coverage for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 87,411 deeds and 85,291 mortgages, valuation data covers 44,426 properties, and foreclosure records include 12,814 Notice of Trustee Sale filings.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 51,779 |
| Residential Parcels | 47,067 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,493 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 98.91% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 87,411 |
| Mortgage Records | 85,291 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 44,426 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 12,814 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Hanover County has 121,059 assignment and release records. They include 11,079 assignment documents, recorded from January 3, 2005, to August 28, 2025, and 109,980 release documents, recorded across the same range, from January 3, 2005, to August 28, 2025.
These records show who has held a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans were satisfied. They help buyers, owners and title researchers confirm clear title, follow a loan between lenders and identify liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Hanover County, VA Property Records
Hanover County property records are kept by the Circuit Court Clerk's Office, which records deeds, mortgages and other land documents, along with assessment data for 51,779 parcels. Searches can show owners, recorded transactions, parcel types, valuations and foreclosure notices.
Use the Hanover County Deeds and Plats self-service page for information on land records and electronic recording. To search recorded documents directly, open the Hanover County official records search. The clerk's office is at 7530 County Complex Road, Hanover, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and reachable at 804-365-6151.
Begin with a property address, owner name or parcel number, then review the results and note the deed book and page. Check related mortgages, releases and assignments. If something is missing online, the clerk's office can help.
Hanover Registrar of Deeds
The Hanover County Probate Office is located at 7530 County Complex Road, Hanover, VA, 23069 and can be reached at 804-365-6151. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through hanovercountyva-web.tylerhost.net or the official website hanovercounty.gov.
Hanover County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Hanover County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Hanover County property records by address?
Use the Hanover County official records search for recorded documents, entering a name or other details tied to the property. For assessment information, begin at the Hanover County website. If an address returns nothing, call the Circuit Court Clerk at 804-365-6151.
How can I find property owners in Hanover County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds, which you can search through the official records search. The county holds 87,411 deed records from February 1, 1989 to August 19, 2025. You can also visit the Clerk's Office at 7530 County Complex Road on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Hanover County?
The county's assessment records cover 51,779 parcels and reflect the 2025 assessment year. Reach the assessor's office through the Hanover County website and have the parcel number or address ready. Staff can explain how a value was set and how to ask for a review.
Where can I find Hanover County property tax bills and payment records?
Real estate tax bills and payments are handled by the county's Treasurer. Visit the Hanover County website for the office's contact details and payment methods. Keep your parcel number or the name on the bill handy, and ask for past payment records if you need a history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Hanover County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases and assignments are recorded with the Circuit Court Clerk. Search them through the official records search or read about services on the Deeds and Plats page. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at 804-365-6151.
Where can I access Hanover County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS tools are published by the county. Start at the Hanover County website and look under its departments for mapping resources. With 51,779 parcels in the county, a parcel number or address helps. Maps are a reference tool and are not a legal boundary survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Hanover County?
Permits and zoning are handled by the county's planning and building departments. Use the Hanover County website to find the right office and ask about requirements before you build, renovate or change how a property is used. Zoning rules vary by parcel, so confirm yours.
How can I create a list of property owners in Hanover County?
The county's tools suit single-property lookups. To compile a list, search parcels individually and verify owners against deeds through the official records search. For a large or bulk request, call the Circuit Court Clerk at 804-365-6151 to learn what can be provided.