Highland County, VA Property Records
Property records in Highland, Virginia document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, legal descriptions, transfers, and related land details for real estate within the county. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, surveyors, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review assessment history, estimate tax obligations, or understand property characteristics.
Official Highland property records are maintained by county offices such as the Commissioner of the Revenue, Treasurer, and Clerk of the Circuit Court, depending on the type of record needed. Users can begin their search through the county’s official property records resources or contact the appropriate Highland County office for certified copies, deed information, assessment details, and tax records.
Highland County, VA Property Records & Statistics
Highland County is a small, rural market with low rents. Median rent is $762, below the Virginia median of $985.25 and the national median of $840.25. Renting is uncommon: only 11.71% of occupied homes are renter-occupied, compared with 23.24% across the state and 21.81% nationally.
The median home value is $185,500, below Virginia's $233,300 but above the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 0.68% is higher than the state's 0.65% and lower than the national rate of 0.74%, so owners pay slightly more than the typical Virginia homeowner relative to home value.
Median household income is $49,375, well under the state median of $64,686 and the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 4%, higher than both the state rate of 2.58% and the national rate of 2.87%, which is a sign of a small local economy.
In all, the figures describe an owner-dominated rural county with modest rents, mid-range home values, lower incomes and unemployment above the state and national averages.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Highland
Highland County has 4,206 total parcels and 94.79% tax record coverage for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 3,600 deeds and 1,110 mortgages, valuation data covers 1,004 properties, and foreclosure records include 15 Notice of Trustee Sale filings.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 4,206 |
| Residential Parcels | 3,018 |
| Commercial Parcels | 119 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.79% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 3,600 |
| Mortgage Records | 1,110 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,004 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 15 |
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 repaid and the lien removed from the property.
Highland County has 484 assignment and release records. They include 18 assignment documents, recorded from February 16, 2021, to July 7, 2025, and 465 release documents, recorded from June 24, 2005, to August 26, 2025, plus 1 other document.
These records help buyers, owners and researchers see who holds a mortgage and confirm that earlier loans were released. Reviewing them before a purchase or refinance can reveal liens that may still be open, and the date ranges show which periods are covered.
How to Search Highland County, VA Property Records
Highland County land records are kept by the Circuit Court in Monterey, and assessment data covers 4,206 parcels for the 2025 assessment year. A search can show owners, deeds and mortgages, parcel types, valuation data and foreclosure filings.
The Highland County Circuit Court page describes the court's services and land records. The office is at 165 W Main Street, Monterey, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 540-468-2447. For other county services, including assessment and tax offices, use the Highland County website.
Gather the property address, owner name or parcel number before you search. Review the closest matches, note the deed book and page, and check related mortgages or releases. In a small county, calling the clerk's office is often the quickest way to find a document.
Highland Registrar of Deeds
The Highland County Probate Office is located at 165 W Main Street, Monterey, VA, 24465 and can be reached at 540-468-2447. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website highlandcova.org.
Highland County Circuit Court
Highland County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Highland County property records by address?
Start at the Highland County website to reach the offices that handle assessments and land records, and have the full street address ready. For recorded documents, call the Circuit Court at 540-468-2447 if an address does not match.
How can I find property owners in Highland County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds and in assessment records. Highland County has 3,600 deed records from January 4, 2006 to August 20, 2025. The Circuit Court page explains its services, or visit the office at 165 W Main Street, Monterey, on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Highland County?
The county's assessment records cover 4,206 parcels and reflect the 2025 assessment year. Contact the assessment office through the Highland 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 Highland County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the county's Treasurer. The Highland 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.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Highland County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases and assignments are recorded with the Highland County Circuit Court, 165 W Main Street, Monterey. The office has 3,600 deed records on file. It is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 540-468-2447.
Where can I access Highland County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are published by the county. Begin at the Highland County website and look under county departments for mapping tools. The county has 4,206 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 Highland County?
Permits and zoning are handled by the county's planning and zoning staff. Use the Highland County website to find the right office and ask about requirements before you build, renovate or change how a property is used. Rules vary by parcel, so confirm yours.
How can I create a list of property owners in Highland County?
The county's tools suit single-property lookups. To build a list, search parcels one at a time and confirm owners against deeds at the Circuit Court. For a larger or bulk request, call the court at 540-468-2447 to ask what can be provided.