New Kent County, VA Property Records
Property records in New Kent, Virginia document key details about real estate parcels within the county. These records may include owner names, parcel identification numbers, property descriptions, acreage, assessed values, tax information, sales history, deeds, plats, and related land documents. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property boundaries, estimating tax obligations, preparing for real estate transactions, and conducting legal or historical research.
Users can access official New Kent property information through county offices such as the Commissioner of the Revenue, Treasurer, GIS/real estate assessment resources, and the Circuit Court Clerk for recorded land documents. For current assessment and parcel information, start with the county’s official New Kent real estate assessment records resource.
New Kent County, VA Property Records & Statistics
New Kent County is one of the higher-priced housing markets in this comparison. The median rent is $1,165, above the Virginia median of $985.25 and the national median of $840.25. Only 9.2% of occupied homes are renter-occupied, far below the state's 23.24% and the national 21.81%, so the county is overwhelmingly made up of homeowners.
The median home value is $343,500, compared with $233,300 statewide and $173,750 nationally. The median property tax rate of 0.65% matches the state rate and sits below the national rate of 0.74%, so the higher home values translate into larger tax bills even though the rate itself is not unusual for Virginia.
Household incomes are strong. The median household income is $108,100, well above $64,686 in Virginia and $65,108 nationally. The unemployment rate of 1.81% is lower than the state's 2.58% and the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe an affluent, owner-oriented county with high home values, above-average rents, a state-level tax rate, and a labor market that is healthier than both the state and the country.
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How to Search New Kent County, VA Property Records
New Kent County land records are maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk's Office at 12001 Courthouse Circle, New Kent. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 804-966-9520. Land records typically include deeds, deeds of trust, plats, and other recorded real estate documents.
Begin with the New Kent Clerk of Circuit Court page, which describes the office and its land records services. For remote searching, the Virginia court system offers the Virginia Secure Remote Access land records portal, which lets subscribers look up recorded documents online.
Attorneys and title professionals who record documents electronically can learn about the New Kent County eRecording network.
To search, collect the owner name, property address, or recording details. Look up the deed first to confirm ownership, then review related deeds of trust and releases. If an online search does not turn up what you need, call the Clerk's Office and staff can help you locate the record.
New Kent Registrar of Deeds
The New Kent County Probate Office is located at 12001 Courthouse Circle, New Kent, VA, 23124 and can be reached at 804-966-9520. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through vacourts.gov or the official website co.newkent.state.va.us.
New Kent County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
New Kent County Property Records FAQ
How can I search New Kent County property records by address?
Recorded documents for a property are held by the Circuit Court Clerk's Office. Use the Virginia Secure Remote Access portal to search land records online, or call the Clerk at 804-966-9520. If an address does not turn up results, try the owner's name instead.
How can I find property owners in New Kent County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Search by name or property details through the Virginia Secure Remote Access portal, or visit the New Kent Clerk of Circuit Court office at 12001 Courthouse Circle. The latest deed shows the current titleholder.
How can I check a property's assessed value in New Kent County?
Assessed values are determined by the county's real estate assessment office, not the Circuit Court. Contact New Kent County government for the assessment on a specific parcel. The Clerk's Office at 804-966-9520 can help you confirm the property's deed record and legal description first.
Where can I find New Kent County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes are billed and collected by the county's tax offices rather than the Clerk of Circuit Court. Contact New Kent County government for bills and payment history. If you are unsure which office to call, the Clerk's Office at 804-966-9520 can direct you.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in New Kent County?
Deeds and other recorded documents are kept by the Circuit Court Clerk. Search them through the Virginia Secure Remote Access portal or learn more on the Clerk of Circuit Court page. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access New Kent County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS layers are published by New Kent County government rather than the court. Check the county website or call the county offices for the mapping tool. Recorded deeds and plats from the Clerk's Office at 804-966-9520 can supplement a map with legal descriptions.
How can I check permits and zoning information in New Kent County?
Permits and zoning are handled by New Kent County's planning and building departments. Contact county government before starting construction or changing a property's use, and bring the address or parcel details. The Circuit Court Clerk does not issue permits or zoning decisions.
How can I create a list of property owners in New Kent County?
Online land records tools are designed for individual lookups, so a list of owners must be built one property at a time from recorded deeds. For a larger request, call the Clerk's Office at 804-966-9520 and ask about available options for multiple records.