Nicholas County, WV Property Records
Property records in Nicholas, West Virginia, document important details about real estate ownership, valuation, boundaries, and transfers within Nicholas County. These records may include deeds, parcel information, tax assessments, property descriptions, maps, ownership history, and related filing details. They are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, attorneys, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review assessed values, confirm legal descriptions, or understand a property’s tax history.
Users can access official Nicholas property information through the Nicholas County Assessor’s office, which provides assessment and parcel-related resources online. For current official records and search tools, visit the county’s Nicholas property records page or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies, deed filings, or records not available online.
Nicholas County, WV Property Records & Statistics
Nicholas County is one of the more affordable housing markets in West Virginia. The median rent is $593.50, below the state median of $685.50 and far below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value of $114,400 sits just under the state's $115,500 and well below the national $173,750.
Property taxes are low as well. The county's median property tax rate of 0.47% is under the state's 0.53% and the national 0.74%, which keeps the cost of owning a home modest.
The median household income is $51,071, slightly above the state's $50,938 but well below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.34%, a bit better than the state's 3.42% but above the national 2.87%, so employment conditions are close to the state norm.
Renter-occupied housing accounts for 21.45% of occupied homes, above the state's 19.34% and close to the national 21.81%. That is a somewhat larger rental share than most of West Virginia, and together with the low rents and values it describes an affordable county with typical incomes for the state.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Nicholas
Nicholas County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 27,650 total parcels, including 22,981 residential and 889 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 76.17% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 21,002 deeds and 12,246 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 4,281 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 27,650 |
| Residential Parcels | 22,981 |
| Commercial Parcels | 889 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 76.17% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 21,002 |
| Mortgage Records | 12,246 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,281 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 15 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien lifted from the property.
Nicholas County has 13,500 assignment and release records available for research. They include 1,302 assignment documents recorded from November 29, 1979, through August 11, 2025, and 12,190 release documents recorded from September 26, 2003, through August 15, 2025, along with 8 other documents.
These records let researchers see who holds a mortgage, follow a loan between lenders, and confirm that earlier loans were paid off before a purchase or refinance. They can be searched through the Nicholas County official records search.
How to Search Nicholas County, WV Property Records
Nicholas County property records are maintained through the County Clerk's office in Summersville, which records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. The county has 27,650 parcels, and the records cover ownership, assessments, valuations, recorded transactions, and foreclosure filings.
Use the Nicholas County official records search to look up deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. The Nicholas County Clerk page has office information and details on recording and requesting records.
To search, have a property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches the property you are researching. Deed and mortgage records are available from January 3, 2006, through August 20, 2025.
The County Clerk is at 700 Main Street, Summersville, and can be reached at 304-872-7820. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Nicholas Registrar of Deeds
The Nicholas County Probate Office is located at 700 Main Street, Summersville, WV, 26651 and can be reached at 304-872-7820. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through nicholaswv.compiled-technologies.com or the official website nicholascountywv.org.
Nicholas County Clerk
Nicholas County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Nicholas County property records by address?
Recorded documents tied to an address can be searched through the Nicholas County official records search. For assessment details on a specific address, call the County Clerk at 304-872-7820 and ask which office can help locate the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Nicholas County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds. Enter a name in the Nicholas County official records search and open the deed that moved the property to its current owner. The County Clerk's page has more office information, or visit 700 Main Street in Summersville.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Nicholas County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor. Nicholas County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on August 18, 2025, and valuation data for 4,281 properties. For a specific parcel, call the County Clerk at 304-872-7820 to be directed to the right office.
Where can I find Nicholas County property tax bills and payment records?
In West Virginia, property tax bills are issued and collected by the county sheriff's tax office, not the Clerk. For a Nicholas County bill or payment history, call the County Clerk at 304-872-7820 and ask how to reach the tax office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Nicholas County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded by the County Clerk. Search them in the Nicholas County official records search or see the County Clerk's page for recording information. Deed and mortgage records are available from January 3, 2006.
Where can I access Nicholas County parcel maps and GIS information?
For parcel maps and GIS information covering Nicholas County's 27,650 parcels, call the County Clerk at 304-872-7820 and ask which office keeps current maps. Maps help locate a property but do not replace a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Nicholas County?
Permit and zoning requirements vary by location, since cities such as Summersville may have their own rules. For county-level guidance, call the Nicholas County Clerk at 304-872-7820 during office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I create a list of property owners in Nicholas County?
The county's tools are built for property-by-property lookups, such as searching names in the official records search. A list of owners would be gathered one record at a time. For bulk requests, call the County Clerk at 304-872-7820 to ask what is available.