Taylor County, WV Property Records
Property records in Taylor, West Virginia document ownership, transfers, legal descriptions, parcel details, tax assessments, liens, plats, and related filings for real estate within Taylor County. These records are useful for verifying property ownership, researching sale history, reviewing assessed values, confirming boundaries, and supporting title, lending, legal, or genealogical research.
Official Taylor property records are maintained by local government offices, primarily the Taylor County Clerk for recorded documents such as deeds and plats, and the Taylor County Assessor for parcel and assessment information. Users can access official information through the county offices or begin with the state-hosted Taylor County government page for official property records.
Taylor County, WV Property Records & Statistics
Taylor County has a median rent of $793, well above the West Virginia median of $685.50 but below the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $117,200, slightly higher than the state's $115,500 and far under the national $173,750.
The county's median property tax rate is 0.52%, nearly identical to the state's 0.53% and lower than the national 0.74%. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 15.19% of homes, below both the state's 19.34% and the national 21.81%, which means the market leans toward owners.
Median household income is $42,159, notably below the state's $50,938 and the national $65,108. Unemployment is 5.24%, above the state's 3.42% and the national 2.87%.
For residents, these figures suggest rents that take a larger bite out of lower incomes than in much of the state, while home values and taxes stay modest and employment conditions remain a challenge.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Taylor
Taylor County's property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 14,515 total parcels, with tax records covering 87.32% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 8,381 deed records and 9,193 mortgage records, and valuation data is available for 4,441 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,515 |
| Residential Parcels | 11,836 |
| Commercial Parcels | 460 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.32% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 8,381 |
| Mortgage Records | 9,193 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,441 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 9 |
How to Search Taylor County, WV Property Records
Taylor County's deeds, mortgages, and other recorded real estate documents are kept by the Taylor County Clerk in Grafton. They apply to the county's 14,515 parcels and can show who owns a property, when it transferred, and what loans were recorded against it.
Begin with the Taylor County official records search, where you can look up recorded documents online. For office details and services, visit the Taylor County Clerk website.
The office is at 128 West Main St., Grafton, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The phone number is 304-265-1401 Opt.4.
Prepare an owner's name, a prior owner's name, or the property address before you search. Open the matching documents, note the recording dates and the parties named, and follow earlier deeds to see how the property changed hands. For anything not shown online, ask the clerk's staff how to request it.
Taylor Registrar of Deeds
The Taylor County Probate Office is located at 128 West Main St., Grafton, WV, 26354 and can be reached at 304-265-1401 Opt.4. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through taylorwv.compiled-technologies.com or the official website taylorcountywvclerk.com.
Taylor County Clerk
Taylor County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Taylor County property records by address?
Use the Taylor County official records search to find recorded documents. Enter the owner's name or other details connected to the address, then compare the results to the property. If you cannot find a match, call the County Clerk at 304-265-1401 Opt.4.
How can I find property owners in Taylor County?
Owner names appear on deeds recorded by the County Clerk. Look them up through the official records search, or visit the Taylor County Clerk at 128 West Main St., Grafton, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Taylor County?
Assessed values are set by the Taylor County Assessor, and current records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Contact the Assessor's office with the parcel number or address. The West Virginia State Tax Department offers general information about property assessment.
Where can I find Taylor County property tax bills and payment records?
West Virginia counties bill and collect property taxes through the Sheriff's office. Contact the Taylor County Sheriff's tax office to request a bill or confirm payments. If you need help finding it, call the County Clerk at 304-265-1401 Opt.4.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Taylor County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Search them in the official records search or visit the clerk's office in Grafton. Deed records in the county are available from January 3, 2006 through April 23, 2018.
Where can I access Taylor County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel mapping is handled through the county Assessor's office, which tracks 14,515 parcels. Ask the Assessor about maps for a specific property, or call the County Clerk at 304-265-1401 Opt.4. Maps serve as a reference and are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Taylor County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on location, and Grafton or other municipalities may have their own offices. Call the County Clerk at 304-265-1401 Opt.4 to learn which local office covers building permits and zoning for your address.
How can I create a list of property owners in Taylor County?
Owner lists must be built from individual lookups. Use the official records search to review recorded deeds, and contact the Taylor County Clerk to ask about larger copy requests and fees.