Morgan County, WV Property Records
Property records in Morgan, West Virginia document ownership, transfers, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, plats, deeds, liens, and related real estate filings. These records are useful for confirming legal ownership, researching a property’s sales history, reviewing tax assessments, identifying land boundaries, and supporting real estate transactions, title searches, estate matters, or local planning decisions.
Official Morgan property records are maintained by county offices. The Morgan County Clerk typically handles recorded land documents such as deeds, deeds of trust, releases, liens, and plats, while the Morgan County Assessor maintains parcel and assessment information used for property taxation. Users can access official information through the county’s government offices or online resources provided by Morgan County. For current access options, office details, and available search tools, visit the county’s official page for Morgan property records.
Morgan County, WV Property Records & Statistics
Morgan County has a median rent of $749, above the West Virginia median of $685.50 but below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value of $145,800 is well above the state's $115,500 and below the national $173,750, placing the county in the middle of the range between West Virginia and the nation.
The median property tax rate is 0.49%, lower than the state's 0.53% and the national 0.74%. Homeowners in Morgan County therefore pay a relatively small share of home value in taxes, even though values are higher than in much of the state.
Median household income is $62,799, far above the state's $50,938 and just under the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.76%, higher than both the state rate of 3.42% and the national rate of 2.87%, so jobs may be less plentiful than the strong incomes suggest.
Renter-occupied housing makes up only 16.69% of occupied homes, below the state's 19.34% and the national 21.81%. The overall picture is of a county dominated by homeowners, with higher incomes and home values than the state average and light property taxes.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Morgan
Morgan County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 15,675 total parcels, including 14,315 residential and 388 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 94.7% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 17,034 deeds and 13,677 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 7,753 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 15,675 |
| Residential Parcels | 14,315 |
| Commercial Parcels | 388 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.7% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 17,034 |
| Mortgage Records | 13,677 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 7,753 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 112 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows the loan was transferred from one lender or holder to another, while a release shows the loan was paid off and the lien removed.
Morgan County has 18,389 assignment and release records available for research. They include 1,990 assignment documents recorded from September 16, 1994, through August 19, 2025, and 16,385 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 22, 2025, plus 14 other documents.
These records help show who holds a mortgage on a property, how a loan moved between lenders, and whether earlier mortgages were satisfied before a sale or refinance. Search them through the Morgan County official records search.
How to Search Morgan County, WV Property Records
Morgan County property records are kept by the County Clerk's office in Berkeley Springs, which records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. The county has 15,675 parcels, and the records cover ownership, assessments, valuations, and recorded transactions.
Use the Morgan County official records search to look up recorded deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. The Morgan County Clerk website provides office information and guidance on recording and records requests.
To search, gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number. Enter the most complete details you have, review the matching results, and open the document that fits the property. Deed and mortgage records are available from January 3, 2006, through August 21, 2025, which covers most recent transactions.
The County Clerk is at 77 Fairfax Street, Berkeley Springs, and can be reached at 304-258-8547. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Morgan Registrar of Deeds
The Morgan County Probate Office is located at 77 Fairfax Street, Berkeley Springs, WV, 25411 and can be reached at 304-258-8547. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through 129.71.205.187 or the official website morgancountywv.gov.
Morgan County Clerk
Morgan County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Morgan County property records by address?
Recorded documents tied to an address can be searched through the Morgan County official records search. For assessment information on a specific address, call the County Clerk at 304-258-8547 and ask which office can help locate the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Morgan County?
Owner names are listed on recorded deeds. Enter a name in the Morgan County official records search and open the deed that transferred the property. Deed records are indexed from January 3, 2006, through August 21, 2025. The County Clerk's website offers further office information.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Morgan County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor, and Morgan County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on August 18, 2025. Valuation data covers 7,753 properties. To reach the right office for a specific parcel, call the County Clerk at 304-258-8547.
Where can I find Morgan County property tax bills and payment records?
In West Virginia, property tax bills are handled by the county sheriff's tax office rather than the Clerk. For a Morgan County bill or payment history, call the County Clerk at 304-258-8547 and ask for the right office and current payment options.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Morgan County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. Search them through the Morgan County official records search or find more details on the County Clerk's website. Deeds and mortgages are available from January 3, 2006.
Where can I access Morgan County parcel maps and GIS information?
For parcel maps and GIS information across Morgan County's 15,675 parcels, call the County Clerk at 304-258-8547 and ask which office maintains current maps. A parcel map helps you locate a property but does not replace a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Morgan County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on the property's location, since Berkeley Springs and other communities may have their own requirements. For county-level guidance, call the Morgan County Clerk at 304-258-8547 on weekdays between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
How can I create a list of property owners in Morgan County?
The county's tools are made for single-property lookups, like names in the official records search. Building a list means collecting owners one record at a time. For larger or bulk requests, call the County Clerk at 304-258-8547 to ask what can be provided.