Preston County, WV Property Records
Property records in Preston, West Virginia provide official information about real estate ownership, deeds, parcel descriptions, assessed values, tax history, transfers, liens, and related land documents. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing property boundaries, or checking assessment and tax details.
Official records are typically maintained by Preston County offices, including the County Clerk for recorded documents such as deeds and liens, and the Assessor for parcel and valuation information. Users can access official Preston property records through the Preston County Clerk’s property records resources or by contacting the appropriate county office directly for certified copies, search assistance, or filing requirements.
Preston County, WV Property Records & Statistics
Preston County has a median rent of $739, above the West Virginia median of $685.50 but below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value of $130,700 is higher than the state's $115,500 and below the national $173,750, so housing is moderately priced.
The county's median property tax rate is 0.53%, identical to the state rate of 0.53% and well below the national 0.74%. Owners pay about what other West Virginians pay, and less than the typical American.
The median household income is $55,821, above the state's $50,938 and below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.54%, slightly above the state's 3.42% and the national 2.87%, suggesting that the job market is a little softer than average even though incomes are better than in much of the state.
Renter-occupied housing accounts for 21.23% of occupied homes, above the state's 19.34% and close to the national 21.81%. Preston County therefore offers moderate rents and home values, state-level taxes, and incomes above the state median, with a rental share that is somewhat larger than in other parts of West Virginia.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Preston
Preston County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 34,510 total parcels, including 29,261 residential and 868 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 87.12% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 33,430 deeds and 7,747 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 10,169 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 34,510 |
| Residential Parcels | 29,261 |
| Commercial Parcels | 868 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.12% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 33,430 |
| Mortgage Records | 7,747 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 10,169 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 30 |
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, while a release shows that it was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Preston County has 4,141 assignment and release records available for research. They include 381 assignment documents recorded from December 1, 2020, through August 22, 2025, and 3,756 release documents recorded from May 9, 2003, through August 22, 2025, along with 4 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers see who holds a mortgage, follow a loan between lenders, and confirm that earlier loans were paid off before a sale or refinance. Search them through the Preston County document inquiry.
How to Search Preston County, WV Property Records
Preston County property records are maintained through the County Clerk's office in Kingwood, which records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. The county has 34,510 parcels, and the records cover ownership, assessments, valuations, recorded transactions, and foreclosure filings.
Use the Preston County document inquiry to look up recorded deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. The Preston County Clerk website offers office information and details on 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 matches the property. Deed and mortgage records are available from January 2, 2008, through August 22, 2025.
The County Clerk is at 106 W. Main Street, Kingwood, and can be reached at 304-329-0070. The office is open Monday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Tuesday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Preston Registrar of Deeds
The Preston County Probate Office is located at 106 W. Main Street, Kingwood, WV, 26537 and can be reached at 304-329-0070. Office hours are Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM; Tuesday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through prestoncountywv.gov or the official website prestoncountyclerkwv.com.
Preston County Clerk
Preston County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Preston County property records by address?
Recorded documents tied to an address can be searched through the Preston County document inquiry. For assessment details on a specific address, call the County Clerk at 304-329-0070 and ask which office can help locate the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Preston County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds. Search a name in the Preston County document inquiry and open the deed that transferred the property. Deed records are available from January 2, 2008, through August 22, 2025. The County Clerk's website has further office information.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Preston County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor. Preston County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on August 18, 2025, and valuation data for 10,169 properties. For a specific parcel, call the County Clerk at 304-329-0070.
Where can I find Preston 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 Preston County bill or payment history, call the County Clerk at 304-329-0070 and ask how to reach the tax office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Preston County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. Search them in the Preston County document inquiry or see the County Clerk's website for details. The office is at 106 W. Main Street in Kingwood.
Where can I access Preston County parcel maps and GIS information?
For parcel maps and GIS information covering Preston County's 34,510 parcels, call the County Clerk at 304-329-0070 and ask which office maintains current maps. Maps help locate a property but do not replace a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Preston County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on the property's location, and towns such as Kingwood may have their own requirements. For county-level guidance, call the Preston County Clerk at 304-329-0070 during weekday office hours.
How can I create a list of property owners in Preston County?
The county's tools are built for individual lookups, such as names in the document inquiry. A list of owners would be gathered one record at a time. For larger requests, call the County Clerk at 304-329-0070 to ask what can be provided.