Pierce County, WA Property Records
Property records in Pierce, Washington provide official information about real estate parcels, including ownership details, legal descriptions, assessed values, property taxes, sales history, building characteristics, maps, and recorded documents such as deeds or liens. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, estimate tax obligations, review property history, or evaluate real estate market activity.
Users can access official Pierce property information through the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer, which maintains assessment and tax data for parcels throughout the county. Recorded land documents may also be available through the Pierce County Auditor. To begin researching parcel details, tax information, and assessment records, visit the county’s official Pierce property records resource.
Pierce County, WA Property Records & Statistics
Pierce County has a median rent of $1,574.50, far above the Washington figure of $1,019 and nearly double the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 31.11% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 25.55% and the national 21.81%, reflecting a large, urban rental market centered on Tacoma.
The median home value is $442,950, well above the state median of $318,300 and more than double the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.98% is also higher than the state rate of 0.77% and the national rate of 0.74%, so owners face both higher prices and a heavier tax burden than typical.
The median household income is $94,242, much higher than the state's $68,789 and the national $65,108, which helps offset the elevated housing costs. The unemployment rate of 3.02% matches the state figure and sits slightly above the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a high-cost, high-income county with expensive homes and rents, above-average property taxes, a large share of renters, and employment conditions in line with Washington as a whole.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Pierce
Pierce County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 339,562 total parcels, including 302,117 residential and 15,021 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 98.69% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 1,033,000 deeds and 1,100,692 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 254,267 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 339,562 |
| Residential Parcels | 302,117 |
| Commercial Parcels | 15,021 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 98.69% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 1,033,000 |
| Mortgage Records | 1,100,692 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 254,267 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 243,230 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or loan holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien lifted from the property.
Pierce County has 1,172,566 assignment and release records available. They include 162,049 assignment documents recorded from February 28, 2000, through September 3, 2025, and 1,007,832 release documents recorded from April 4, 2000, through September 3, 2025, along with 2,685 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners, and title researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were released, follow a loan as it moved between lenders, and identify liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. With such a large volume of records, the date ranges are useful for narrowing a search to a specific period in a property's history.
How to Search Pierce County, WA Property Records
Pierce County property records are maintained in part by the Pierce County Auditor's Office, which records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents. The county has 339,562 parcels, and recorded documents can show owners, document types, and recording dates. With more than a million recorded deeds and mortgages, narrowing your search matters.
To search recorded documents online, use the Pierce County official records search. For information on recorded documents and recording requirements, visit the Pierce County Auditor recorded documents page. Title companies and other frequent filers can submit documents through Pierce County eRecording.
To search, open the portal and enter an owner name, document type, or date range. Review the results and open the document that matches the property. Keep the address, owner name, or parcel number handy to confirm the right record.
The Auditor's Office is at 2401 S. 35th Street, Tacoma, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. For help, call 253-798-7440.
Pierce Registrar of Deeds
The Pierce County Probate Office is located at 2401 S. 35th Street, Tacoma, WA, 98409 and can be reached at 253-798-7440. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through armsweb.co.pierce.wa.us or the official website piercecountywa.gov.
Pierce County Auditor's Office
Pierce County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Pierce County property records by address?
Use the Pierce County official records search to find recorded documents tied to a property. Search by owner name or document type, then match the results to your address. If you need help, call the Pierce County Auditor's Office at 253-798-7440.
How can I find property owners in Pierce County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds, which you can search in the Pierce County official records search. Search a name or date range and open the deed to see the grantor and grantee. The Auditor's Office at 2401 S. 35th Street, Tacoma, can also help.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Pierce County?
Assessed values are set by the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer, and the county's records reflect the 2025 assessment year across 339,562 parcels. Contact that office with the parcel number or address to confirm a value. The Auditor's Office at 253-798-7440 can point you to the right department.
Where can I find Pierce County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer's Office, not the Auditor. Contact that office with your parcel number or address to request a bill or payment history. The Auditor's Office at 253-798-7440 can direct you to the correct counter if needed.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Pierce County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Pierce County Auditor. Search them online with the Pierce County official records search, or see the recorded documents page for details. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Pierce County parcel maps and GIS information?
Pierce County has 339,562 parcels, and parcel mapping is provided through county GIS services. Ask the county for its current parcel viewer, or call the Auditor's Office at 253-798-7440 for direction. Parcel maps are a reference tool and are not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Pierce County?
Permits and zoning for unincorporated areas are handled by Pierce County Planning and Public Works, while properties inside Tacoma or another city follow that city's rules. Contact the relevant office with the parcel number before starting a project. The Auditor's Office can help direct your call.
How can I create a list of property owners in Pierce County?
The online records search is built for individual lookups, so a list means searching by document type and date range and noting the grantees on recorded deeds. For larger or bulk requests, call the Auditor's Office at 253-798-7440 to ask what recorded-document data can be provided.