Clallam County, WA Property Records
Property records in Clallam, Washington document key details about real estate within Clallam County, including parcel numbers, ownership information, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax data, sales history, land characteristics, and related maps. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying property boundaries, tax obligations, valuation trends, or ownership history.
Official Clallam property information is maintained by county offices such as the Assessor and Treasurer, while recorded documents like deeds may be available through the Auditor’s office. Users can access searchable parcel and assessment information through the county’s official online Clallam property records search. For the most accurate and current information, users should rely on official Clallam County government resources or contact the appropriate county office directly.
Clallam County, WA Property Records & Statistics
Clallam County has a median rent of $890.50, below the Washington median of $1,019 but above the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 29.36% of occupied homes, higher than the state's 25.55% and the national 21.81%, so renting is more common here than in most places.
The median home value is $237,300, well under the state median of $318,300 though above the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.76% is just below the state rate of 0.77% and slightly above the national 0.74%, keeping the tax burden close to typical levels.
Median household income is $65,178, lower than the state's $68,789 and nearly identical to the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 5.62% stands out: it is well above the state's 3.02% and the national 2.87%, pointing to a weaker job market than most.
In summary, Clallam County offers relatively affordable homes for Washington, moderate taxes and average incomes, balanced by high unemployment and a larger rental share.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Clallam
Clallam County property records cover assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 55,115 total parcels, including 33,346 residential and 1,112 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 94.53% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 78,167 deeds and 48,976 mortgages, with valuation data for 32,034 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 55,115 |
| Residential Parcels | 33,346 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,112 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.53% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 78,167 |
| Mortgage Records | 48,976 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 32,034 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,127 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow the life of a mortgage after recording. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred to another lender or servicer, and a release shows that the debt was satisfied and the lien removed.
Clallam County has 76,229 assignment and release records, including 7,693 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to August 29, 2025, and 68,462 release documents recorded from June 29, 2000, to August 29, 2025, plus 74 other documents.
Researchers use these records to confirm earlier loans were released, see who holds a current mortgage, and find liens that might remain open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Clallam County, WA Property Records
Clallam County recorded documents are kept by the Clallam County Auditor's Office at 223 E 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA 98362. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 360-417-2220. The county has 55,115 parcels, 78,167 deed records and 48,976 mortgage records.
The Clallam County document recording page explains how to record or request documents. Use the Clallam County online records search to look up deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases. Professionals who submit documents electronically can use the Clallam County eRecording page.
To search, enter an owner name, document type or date range in the online records search, then open results to view details. Deeds and mortgages are recorded from January 3, 2006, through August 25, 2025. For parcel and assessment data, contact the Assessor via the county website with an address, owner name or parcel number.
Staff at the Auditor's Office can help if a record doesn't appear online.
Clallam Registrar of Deeds
The Clallam County Probate Office is located at 223 E 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA, 98362 and can be reached at 360-417-2220. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through erecording.clallam.net or the official website clallamcountywa.gov.
Clallam County Auditor's Office
Clallam County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Clallam County property records by address?
Use the Assessor's parcel search on the Clallam County website to enter an address and find the parcel. The online records search looks up recorded documents by name or date. If nothing matches, shorten the address or call 360-417-2220.
How can I find property owners in Clallam County?
Owner names appear in assessor records and recorded deeds. Search the Clallam County online records by name to find deeds. The county holds 78,167 deed records from January 3, 2006, through August 25, 2025, and has 55,115 parcels.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Clallam County?
The county Assessor sets assessed values, and records show the 2024 assessment year. Look up a parcel through the Clallam County website. The Washington Department of Revenue explains how assessments and appeals work.
Where can I find Clallam County property tax bills and payment records?
The county Treasurer bills and collects property taxes. Find statements and payment options on the Clallam County website under the Treasurer, using your parcel number. The Auditor's Office at 360-417-2220 can direct you to the right department.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Clallam County?
Search deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases in the Clallam County online records. Details on recording are on the document recording page. The Auditor's Office, 223 E 4th Street in Port Angeles, is open Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Clallam County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS tools are provided through the Clallam County website. They show parcel boundaries for reference but aren't legal surveys. For exact boundaries, contact the Assessor or a licensed surveyor.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Clallam County?
Permits and zoning in unincorporated Clallam County go through the county's community development department, found on the Clallam County website. Property inside Port Angeles, Sequim or Forks follows that city's rules, so contact the city planning office.
How can I create a list of property owners in Clallam County?
The online search returns one record at a time. To get a list of owners, ask the Assessor through the Clallam County website what parcel data is available, or call the Auditor at 360-417-2220 about bulk recorded-document requests and fees.