Monroe County, WV Property Records
Property records in Monroe, West Virginia document ownership and legal information for land and real estate within the county. These records typically include deeds, parcel details, property transfers, liens, plats, tax assessments, and related filings that help establish ownership history and property boundaries. They are useful for buyers, sellers, attorneys, title researchers, surveyors, and residents who need to verify property ownership, review transaction history, or support tax and legal matters.
Official Monroe property records are maintained primarily through county offices such as the County Clerk and Assessor. Users can access information and office resources through the county’s official website, including guidance for Monroe property records. For certified copies or the most current filings, contact the appropriate Monroe County office directly.
Monroe County, WV Property Records & Statistics
Monroe County is a lower-cost housing market. The median rent is $614, below the West Virginia median of $685.50 and well under the national figure of $840.25. The median home value of $127,900 is higher than the state's $115,500 but still below the national median of $173,750, so buyers here pay a little more than the typical West Virginian but far less than the typical American.
Property taxes are modest. The county's median property tax rate is 0.43%, compared with 0.53% across the state and 0.74% nationally, which keeps ongoing ownership costs low for homeowners.
Incomes are the main challenge. The median household income is $41,400, well below the state's $50,938 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.74% is also above the state rate of 3.42% and the national rate of 2.87%, so local employment conditions are somewhat weaker than average.
Renter-occupied housing accounts for 17.87% of occupied homes, below the state's 19.34% and the national 21.81%. Most households own their homes, and the combination of affordable rents, moderate values, and light taxes is balanced by lower incomes and slightly higher joblessness.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Monroe
Monroe County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, and property valuations. The county has 13,536 total parcels, including 10,515 residential and 279 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 92.97% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 6,001 deeds and 6,213 mortgages, with valuation data available for 3,431 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 13,536 |
| Residential Parcels | 10,515 |
| Commercial Parcels | 279 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.97% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | October 30, 2024 |
| Deed Records | 6,001 |
| Mortgage Records | 6,213 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,431 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
How to Search Monroe County, WV Property Records
Monroe County property records are maintained largely through the County Clerk's office in Union, which records deeds, mortgages, and related real estate documents. The county has 13,536 parcels, and the records cover ownership, assessments, valuations, and recorded transactions.
Start with the Monroe County official records search to look up recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages. The Monroe County Clerk document recording page explains how recording works, and the Monroe County Clerk forms page lists forms you may need when filing or requesting records.
To search, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete information you have, review the results, and open the document that matches the property. Online deed records run from January 6, 2006, to June 2, 2015, and mortgage records from January 3, 2006, to June 1, 2015, so newer documents may need to be requested directly.
The County Clerk is at 350 Main Street, Union, and can be reached at 681-272-0501. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Monroe Registrar of Deeds
The Monroe County Probate Office is located at 350 Main Street, Union, WV, 24983 and can be reached at 681-272-0501. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through 76.9.231.6 or the official website monroecountywv.gov.
Monroe County Clerk
Monroe County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Monroe County property records by address?
Recorded documents connected to an address can be searched through the Monroe County official records search. For assessment details on a specific address, call the County Clerk at 681-272-0501 and ask which office can help you find the parcel, or visit 350 Main Street in Union.
How can I find property owners in Monroe County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds. Enter a name in the Monroe County official records search and open the deed that transferred the property. Indexed deed records run from January 6, 2006, to June 2, 2015. For newer transfers, call the County Clerk at 681-272-0501.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Monroe County?
The county assessor sets assessed values, and Monroe County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated October 30, 2024. Valuation data is available for 3,431 properties. To reach the right office for a specific parcel, call the Monroe County Clerk at 681-272-0501.
Where can I find Monroe County property tax bills and payment records?
In West Virginia, property tax bills are issued and collected through the county sheriff's office rather than the Clerk. For a bill, payment history, or due dates in Monroe County, call the County Clerk at 681-272-0501 and ask to be pointed to the tax office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Monroe County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Search them online in the Monroe County official records search, or read the document recording page for filing details. Deeds are indexed from January 6, 2006, and mortgages from January 3, 2006.
Where can I access Monroe County parcel maps and GIS information?
For parcel maps and GIS information covering Monroe County's 13,536 parcels, call the County Clerk at 681-272-0501 and ask which office keeps current maps. Parcel maps help you locate a property but are not a substitute for a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Monroe County?
Permits and zoning rules depend on where the property is located, since towns such as Union may have their own requirements. For guidance on county-level permits, call the Monroe County Clerk at 681-272-0501 during weekday hours, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I create a list of property owners in Monroe County?
Online tools are designed for individual lookups, such as searching names in the official records search. To compile a list of owners, you would gather names from the records one by one. For bulk requests, call the County Clerk at 681-272-0501 to ask what is available.