Henry County, VA Property Records
Property records in Henry, Virginia document ownership, assessed value, parcel boundaries, land use, building details, tax information, deeds, transfers, and related legal instruments. These records are useful for confirming ownership, researching property history, estimating tax obligations, reviewing assessment data, and supporting real estate transactions, title work, estate planning, or land-use inquiries.
Official Henry property records are maintained by local government offices, including the Henry County Commissioner of the Revenue for real estate assessments and tax-related parcel information, and the Henry County Circuit Court Clerk for recorded deeds and land records. Users can begin with the county’s official online resources for Henry property records or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies, historical records, or assistance with specific parcels.
Henry County, VA Property Records & Statistics
Henry County is one of the more affordable places to live in Virginia. Median rent is $707.50, well below the state median of $985.25 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 22.14% of occupied homes, a little under the state's 23.24% and just above the national share of 21.81%.
The median home value is $115,600, about half of Virginia's $233,300 and below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate is 0.57%, lower than the state rate of 0.65% and the national rate of 0.74%, so owning a home is inexpensive both to buy and to carry.
Median household income is $52,278, below the state median of $64,686 and the national median of $65,108. The county's low rents and home prices go along with these lower earnings. The unemployment rate of 2.88% is higher than the state rate of 2.58% and slightly above the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, the figures show a low-cost housing market with light property taxes, below-average incomes and unemployment that is a bit above the state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Henry
Henry County has 39,784 total parcels and 99.65% tax record coverage for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 23,998 deeds and 17,868 mortgages, valuation data covers 19,398 properties, and foreclosure records include 3,028 Notice of Trustee Sale filings.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 39,784 |
| Residential Parcels | 34,282 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,969 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 99.65% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 23,998 |
| Mortgage Records | 17,868 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 19,398 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 3,028 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what became of a mortgage after it was recorded. An assignment documents a loan's transfer between lenders or holders, and a release documents that the loan was paid and the lien lifted from the property.
Henry County has 33,551 assignment and release records. They include 4,482 assignment documents, recorded from January 4, 2007, to August 26, 2025, and 29,055 release documents, recorded from August 21, 2000, to August 26, 2025, along with 14 other documents.
Buyers, owners and researchers can use these records to see who holds a mortgage and to confirm that earlier loans were released. Reviewing them before a sale or refinance can reveal liens that may still be open.
How to Search Henry County, VA Property Records
Henry County land records are held by the Circuit Court Clerk's Office in Martinsville, and assessment data covers 39,784 parcels for the 2024 assessment year. Searches can show owners, deeds and mortgages, parcel types, valuation data and foreclosure filings.
The Henry County land records recording page explains how land records and maps are recorded and what the clerk's office provides, including electronic recording. The office is at 3160 Kings Mountain Rd., Martinsville, open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 276-634-4880. For other services, including assessment and tax offices, use the Henry County website.
Start with a property address, owner name or parcel number. Compare the results, record the deed book and page, and check any related mortgages or releases. If you can't find a document, the clerk's office can assist.
Henry Registrar of Deeds
The Henry County Probate Office is located at 3160 Kings Mountain Rd., Martinsville, VA, 24112 and can be reached at 276-634-4880. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website henrycountyva.gov.
Henry County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Henry County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Henry County property records by address?
Start at the Henry County website to reach the assessment and land records offices, and have the full street address ready. For recorded documents, the Circuit Court Clerk at 3160 Kings Mountain Rd. can help at 276-634-4880 if an address does not match.
How can I find property owners in Henry County?
Ownership is shown on recorded deeds and in assessment records. Henry County has 23,998 deed records from January 1, 2006 to August 14, 2025. The land records page explains how to request them, or you can visit the clerk's office on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Henry County?
The county's assessment records cover 39,784 parcels and reflect the 2024 assessment year. Contact the assessment office through the Henry County website and provide the parcel number or address. Staff can explain how a value was set and how to ask for a review.
Where can I find Henry County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the county's Treasurer. The Henry County website lists the office and payment options. Keep your parcel number or the name on the bill available, and ask for past payment records if you need a history for a property.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Henry County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases and assignments are recorded with the Circuit Court Clerk. See the recording of land records page for details. The office, at 3160 Kings Mountain Rd., Martinsville, is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be called at 276-634-4880.
Where can I access Henry County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are published by the county. Begin at the Henry County website and look under county departments for mapping tools. The county has 39,784 parcels, so a parcel number or address helps. Maps are for reference and are not a legal boundary survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Henry County?
Permits and zoning are handled by the county's planning and building staff. Use the Henry County website to find the right department and ask about requirements before you build or change a property. If the property is inside a town or the City of Martinsville, check with that locality too.
How can I create a list of property owners in Henry County?
The online tools work best for single-property lookups. To build a list, search parcels individually and confirm owners against deeds at the Circuit Court Clerk's office. For a larger or bulk request, call the clerk at 276-634-4880 to learn what can be provided.