Jefferson County, WA Property Records
Property records in Jefferson, Washington provide essential information about land and real estate within Jefferson County. These records typically include parcel numbers, ownership details, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, sales history, land use classifications, and sometimes maps or building data. They are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, evaluate property values, or understand boundaries and assessment history.
Users can access official Jefferson property records through the Jefferson County government, particularly the Assessor’s Office, which maintains assessment and parcel information for properties in the county. For accurate and up-to-date records, visit the county’s official Jefferson property records resource.
Jefferson County, WA Property Records & Statistics
Jefferson County has a median rent of $1,147, above the Washington median of $1,019 and well above the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for just 17.2% of occupied homes, compared with 25.55% statewide and 21.81% nationally, so homeownership is the norm across the county.
The median home value is $362,900, higher than the state's $318,300 and roughly double the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate is 0.71%, below the state rate of 0.77% and the national rate of 0.74%. Owners here pay a modestly lower rate on higher-than-average values.
The median household income is $62,206, which is under both the state's $68,789 and the national $65,108. That gap, combined with elevated home values and rents, suggests housing is relatively expensive compared with local earnings. The unemployment rate is 1.83%, well below the state rate of 3.02% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a pricey, owner-dominated market with a low unemployment rate, a slightly lower tax rate than the benchmarks, and incomes that trail state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Jefferson
Jefferson County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 34,654 total parcels, with tax records covering 86.71% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 53,474 deeds and 28,204 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 13,502 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 34,654 |
| Residential Parcels | 19,352 |
| Commercial Parcels | 690 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 86.71% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 53,474 |
| Mortgage Records | 28,204 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 13,502 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 2,612 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Jefferson County has 44,192 assignment and release records available for research. They include 5,052 assignment documents and 39,085 release documents, along with 55 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 4, 2005, through September 5, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, through September 5, 2025.
These records help researchers see who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans were satisfied. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to follow a loan between lenders and to confirm that old mortgages were released before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Jefferson County, WA Property Records
Jefferson County property records are available through the Jefferson County Auditor's Office in Port Townsend, which records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents. The county's records cover 34,654 parcels, including ownership, assessed values, and recorded transactions.
To look up recorded documents, use the Jefferson County official records search, where you can search deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. The Jefferson County recording page explains recording requirements and fees, and the Jefferson County eRecording page describes how to submit documents electronically.
The Auditor's Office is at 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, and is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 360-385-9116 with questions about a record.
Before you search, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches your property. Deeds show ownership transfers, while mortgages and releases show financing history. If a record does not appear online, contact the Auditor's Office.
Jefferson Registrar of Deeds
The Jefferson County Probate Office is located at 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA, 98368 and can be reached at 360-385-9116. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through er-web.co.jefferson.wa.us or the official website co.jefferson.wa.us.
Jefferson County Auditor's Office
Jefferson County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Jefferson County property records by address?
Use the Jefferson County official records search to find recorded deeds and mortgages for a property. For assessment details tied to an address, contact the county assessor through the Jefferson County website, or call the Auditor's Office at 360-385-9116.
How can I find property owners in Jefferson County?
Recorded deeds show owners. Search them in the Jefferson County official records search by name or document type, and open the latest deed. The Auditor's Office at 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, can also help in person on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Jefferson County?
The Jefferson County Assessor sets assessed values, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Reach the Assessor through the Jefferson County website with an address or parcel number. The Auditor's Office at 360-385-9116 can point you to the right department.
Where can I find Jefferson County property tax bills and payment records?
The Jefferson County Treasurer issues and collects property tax bills, reachable through the Jefferson County website. Keep your parcel number ready when you request a bill or payment history. For recorded liens, call the Auditor's Office at 360-385-9116.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Jefferson County?
The Auditor's Office keeps deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. Search them with the Jefferson County official records search, or read the recording page. Deed records run from February 1, 1989, through August 29, 2025.
Where can I access Jefferson County parcel maps and GIS information?
Jefferson County has 34,654 parcels, and parcel maps are maintained by county departments rather than the Auditor. Start at the Jefferson County website to find mapping and GIS resources. If you can't find a map, call 360-385-9116 and ask which office provides parcel boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Jefferson County?
Permits and zoning in unincorporated Jefferson County are handled by the county's community development staff, while the City of Port Townsend manages its own rules inside city limits. Begin at the Jefferson County website and confirm which jurisdiction covers your property.
How can I create a list of property owners in Jefferson County?
County tools are built for lookups one property at a time. Use the Jefferson County official records search to collect owners from recorded deeds. For larger lists or bulk records, call the Auditor's Office at 360-385-9116 to ask what is available.