Ohio County, WV Property Records
Property records in Ohio, West Virginia, document ownership and legal details for real estate within the county. These records typically include deeds, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property tax information, transfer history, liens, and plats or maps. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, estimating taxes, supporting real estate transactions, and conducting title or boundary reviews.
Users can access official records through county offices such as the Ohio County Assessor and County Clerk, which maintain assessment and land record information. For local parcel and assessment details, visit the county’s official government page for Ohio property records.
Ohio County, WV Property Records & Statistics
Ohio County, home to Wheeling, has a median rent of $841.50, essentially level with the national figure of $840.25 and well above the West Virginia median of $685.50. The median home value of $153,250 is higher than the state's $115,500 and below the national $173,750, so housing costs more than in most of West Virginia but remains below the national level.
The county's median property tax rate is 0.58%, above the state rate of 0.53% but under the national 0.74%. Ohio County owners therefore pay slightly more of their home value in taxes than the typical West Virginian.
The median household income is $59,926.50, well above the state's $50,938 and somewhat under the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 1.39%, far below the state's 3.42% and the national 2.87%, which points to a very tight local labor market.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 22.95% of occupied homes, above the state's 19.34% and the national 21.81%. A city-centered county with a larger rental share, higher incomes, strong employment, and moderate property taxes describes a comparatively stable and active housing market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Ohio
Ohio County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 26,621 total parcels, including 22,345 residential and 2,556 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 88.51% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 28,261 deeds and 8,700 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 14,335 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 26,621 |
| Residential Parcels | 22,345 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,556 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 88.51% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 28,261 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,700 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 14,335 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 108 |
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 that it was paid off and the lien removed.
Ohio County has 5,615 assignment and release records available for research. They include 448 assignment documents recorded from February 23, 2021, through August 5, 2025, and 5,157 release documents recorded from April 15, 1996, through August 28, 2025, plus 10 other documents.
These records help show who holds a mortgage on a property, how a loan changed hands, and whether past loans were satisfied before a sale or refinance. Search them through the Ohio County Clerk online search.
How to Search Ohio County, WV Property Records
Ohio County property records are maintained through the County Clerk's office in Wheeling, which records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. The county has 26,621 parcels, and the records cover ownership, assessments, valuations, recorded transactions, and foreclosure filings.
Use the Ohio County Clerk online search to look up recorded deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. The Ohio County Clerk page offers office information, and the Ohio County Clerk forms page lists forms for filing or requesting records.
To search, have the 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. Deed records are available from January 3, 2006, through August 22, 2025, and mortgage records from January 13, 2006.
The County Clerk is at 1500 Chapline Street, Wheeling, and can be reached at 304-234-3656. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:45 PM.
Ohio Registrar of Deeds
The Ohio County Probate Office is located at 1500 Chapline Street, Wheeling, WV, 26003 and can be reached at 304-234-3656. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM. Records can be accessed through ohiocountywvclerk.com or the official website ohiocountywv.gov.
Ohio County Clerk
Ohio County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Ohio County property records by address?
Recorded documents connected to an address can be searched through the Ohio County Clerk online search. For assessment details on a specific address, call the County Clerk at 304-234-3656 and ask which office can help locate the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Ohio County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds. Enter a name in the Ohio County Clerk online search and open the deed that transferred the property. Deed records are available from January 3, 2006, through August 22, 2025. You can also visit the Clerk at 1500 Chapline Street in Wheeling.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Ohio County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor. Ohio County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on August 18, 2025, and valuation data for 14,335 properties. To reach the right office for a specific parcel, call the County Clerk at 304-234-3656.
Where can I find Ohio County property tax bills and payment records?
In West Virginia, property tax bills are issued and collected by the county sheriff's tax office rather than the Clerk. For an Ohio County bill or payment history, call the County Clerk at 304-234-3656 and ask how to reach the tax office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Ohio County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. Search them in the Ohio County Clerk online search, or visit the County Clerk page for recording details. Forms are available on the Clerk's forms page.
Where can I access Ohio County parcel maps and GIS information?
For parcel maps and GIS information covering Ohio County's 26,621 parcels, call the County Clerk at 304-234-3656 and ask which office maintains current maps. Parcel maps help locate a property but do not replace a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Ohio County?
Permit and zoning requirements depend on the property's location, since Wheeling and other municipalities enforce their own rules. For county-level guidance, call the Ohio County Clerk at 304-234-3656 on weekdays between 8:30 AM and 4:45 PM.
How can I create a list of property owners in Ohio County?
The county's tools are meant for individual lookups, such as name searches in the Clerk's online search. A list of owners would be assembled one record at a time. For larger requests, call the County Clerk at 304-234-3656 to ask what can be provided.