Pendleton County, WV Property Records
Property records in Pendleton, West Virginia document ownership, transfers, parcel boundaries, assessed values, land use, tax information, and recorded instruments such as deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats. These records are useful for verifying property ownership, researching sales history, estimating tax obligations, reviewing legal descriptions, and supporting real estate, legal, or genealogical research.
Official Pendleton property records are maintained by local government offices, including the Pendleton County Assessor for assessment and parcel information and the County Clerk for recorded land documents. Users can begin with the official Pendleton property records search to access assessment data and related parcel details. For certified copies or recorded deed information, users should contact the appropriate Pendleton County office directly.
Pendleton County, WV Property Records & Statistics
Pendleton County has a median rent of $644, below the West Virginia median of $685.50 and well under the national figure of $840.25. The median home value of $160,600 is considerably higher than the state's $115,500 and approaches the national $173,750, which suggests that home prices here run high relative to local rents.
Property taxes are low. The median property tax rate of 0.4% is below the state's 0.53% and the national 0.74%, so homeowners carry a lighter tax load than most.
The median household income is $50,938, the same as the state figure of $50,938 and well below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.02%, better than the state's 3.42% though higher than the national 2.87%, indicating employment conditions that are slightly stronger than the state average.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 19.28% of occupied homes, nearly identical to the state's 19.34% and below the national 21.81%. Overall, Pendleton County pairs relatively high home values and low taxes with affordable rents, incomes that match the state, and a mostly owner-occupied housing stock.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Pendleton
Pendleton County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 11,069 total parcels, including 7,804 residential and 233 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 90.04% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 4,663 deeds and 3,396 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 2,809 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 11,069 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,804 |
| Commercial Parcels | 233 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 90.04% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 4,663 |
| Mortgage Records | 3,396 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,809 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 10 |
How to Search Pendleton County, WV Property Records
Pendleton County property records are kept through the County Clerk's office in Franklin, which records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. The county has 11,069 parcels, and the records cover ownership, assessments, valuations, recorded transactions, and foreclosure filings.
Start with the Pendleton County Clerk records page, which explains how the Clerk's records are available online. The Pendleton County Clerk's Office page has office details and information about recording and requesting documents.
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 fits the property. Indexed deed records run from January 4, 2006, to September 12, 2016, and mortgage records from January 3, 2006, to December 30, 2016, so newer documents may need to be requested directly.
The Clerk's Office is at 100 South Main Street, Franklin, and can be reached at 304-358-2505. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Pendleton Registrar of Deeds
The Pendleton County Probate Office is located at 100 South Main Street, Franklin, WV, 26807 and can be reached at 304-358-2505. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through pencowv.com or the official website pencowv.com.
Pendleton County Clerk's Office
Pendleton County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Pendleton County property records by address?
Recorded documents tied to an address are reached through the Pendleton County Clerk records page. For assessment details on a specific address, call the Clerk's Office at 304-358-2505 and ask which office can help locate the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Pendleton County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds. Use the Pendleton County Clerk records page to search for a name and open the deed that transferred the property. Indexed deeds run from January 4, 2006, to September 12, 2016. For newer transfers, call 304-358-2505.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Pendleton County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor. Pendleton County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on October 28, 2024, and valuation data for 2,809 properties. For a specific parcel, call the Clerk's Office at 304-358-2505 to be directed to the right office.
Where can I find Pendleton County property tax bills and payment records?
In West Virginia, property tax bills are issued and collected through the county sheriff's tax office rather than the Clerk. For a Pendleton County bill or payment history, call the Clerk's Office at 304-358-2505 and ask how to reach the tax office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Pendleton County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Search them through the Pendleton County Clerk records page, or see the County Clerk's page for office details. The Clerk's Office is at 100 South Main Street in Franklin.
Where can I access Pendleton County parcel maps and GIS information?
For parcel maps and GIS information covering Pendleton County's 11,069 parcels, call the Clerk's Office at 304-358-2505 and ask which office maintains current maps. Maps help locate a property but are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Pendleton County?
Permit and zoning rules can vary by property location and by municipality. For county-level guidance, call the Pendleton County Clerk's Office at 304-358-2505 on weekdays between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM and ask who handles permits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Pendleton County?
The county's tools are built for individual lookups, like names on the Clerk's records page. Compiling a list means gathering owners one record at a time. For a larger request, call the Clerk's Office at 304-358-2505 to ask what can be provided.