Mason County, WV Property Records
Property records in Mason, West Virginia document ownership, transfers, and legal interests in real estate within the community. These records typically include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel details, tax assessments, property descriptions, and related filing information. They are useful for confirming ownership, researching property history, preparing real estate transactions, reviewing tax obligations, resolving boundary questions, and conducting due diligence before buying or selling property.
Official Mason property records are maintained at the county level by Mason County offices, including the County Clerk for recorded land documents and the Assessor for valuation and parcel information. Users can access official information through the Mason County government’s official property records resources or by contacting the appropriate county office directly for searches, copies, and filing requirements.
Mason County, WV Property Records & Statistics
Mason County has a median rent of $686.50, essentially level with the West Virginia median of $685.50 and well below the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 19.04% of occupied homes, close to the state's 19.34% and under the national 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value is $107,300, below the state median of $115,500 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.63% is higher than the state rate of 0.53% but lower than the national rate of 0.74%, so homeowners pay a bit more in tax relative to value than the typical West Virginia owner.
Median household income is $50,769, almost identical to the state figure of $50,938 and well below the national $65,108. Employment is strong, with an unemployment rate of 1.39% against 3.42% statewide and 2.87% nationally.
Taken together, the numbers describe a county that tracks the state closely on rent, income, and rental share, with somewhat lower home values, a slightly higher property tax rate, and very low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Mason
Mason County property records cover tax assessor parcels, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 21,245 total parcels, including 15,415 residential and 854 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 91.25% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 7,950 deeds and 7,866 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 6,578 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 21,245 |
| Residential Parcels | 15,415 |
| Commercial Parcels | 854 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 91.25% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 7,950 |
| Mortgage Records | 7,866 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6,578 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 12 |
How to Search Mason County, WV Property Records
Mason County's recorded property documents are held by the Mason County Clerk in Point Pleasant. With 21,245 parcels in the county, the Clerk's records are the main source for deeds, mortgages, and other filings that show how properties have been transferred and financed.
You can search recorded documents online with the Mason County official records search, which is used to look up deeds, mortgages, and related instruments. The Mason County Clerk page provides office information, services, and contact details.
To run a search, gather an owner name, a document reference, or an approximate recording date. Enter what you know, review the list of matches, and open the entry that fits your property. Reading the deed alongside any later mortgage records helps confirm ownership and see what loans may be attached. The online index covers deeds recorded from January 3, 2006 to June 17, 2015, so more recent filings may need to be requested from the office.
The Clerk's office is at 200 Sixth Street, Point Pleasant, WV 25550, open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 304-675-1997 for assistance.
Mason Registrar of Deeds
The Mason County Probate Office is located at 200 Sixth Street, Point Pleasant, WV, 25550 and can be reached at 304-675-1997. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through 129.71.206.28 or the official website masoncountywv.gov.
Mason County Clerk
Mason County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Mason County property records by address?
Use the Mason County official records search to find recorded deeds and mortgages. Since these documents are generally indexed by name, try the owner's name if an address doesn't produce a match. The Mason County Clerk can help connect an address to a record at 304-675-1997.
How can I find property owners in Mason County?
Search recorded deeds by name in the Mason County official records search to identify who holds title to a property. The index contains 7,950 deed records. For in-person help, visit the Clerk at 200 Sixth Street, Point Pleasant, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Mason County?
Assessments are completed by the county assessor, and the county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. To look up a particular parcel, call the Mason County Clerk at 304-675-1997 for direction, or use the Mason County Clerk page for county contacts.
Where can I find Mason County property tax bills and payment records?
In West Virginia, the county sheriff collects property taxes and issues bills. The Clerk's office can direct you to the sheriff's tax office if you call 304-675-1997. When requesting a bill copy or payment history, have the owner's name or parcel number ready.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Mason County?
The Mason County official records search lets you look up deeds and mortgages online. The county has 7,950 deed records and 7,866 mortgage records in the index. For anything not available online, visit the Clerk's office at 200 Sixth Street, Point Pleasant, or call 304-675-1997.
Where can I access Mason County parcel maps and GIS information?
The statewide West Virginia parcel viewer displays parcel boundaries, including Mason County's 21,245 parcels. These maps are for reference and are not a legal survey. Contact the Mason County Clerk at 304-675-1997 with questions about a specific parcel.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Mason County?
Requirements depend on where the property is located. For property in Point Pleasant or another municipality, contact the city or town office. For other areas, call the Mason County Clerk at 304-675-1997 for guidance on the right county office, and get approvals before starting construction.
How can I create a list of property owners in Mason County?
The county's online tools are built for single-property lookups. Use the Mason County official records search to collect owner names from deeds one at a time. If you need a larger list or bulk records, call the County Clerk at 304-675-1997 to ask what is available.