Search Westmoreland County, PA Property Records

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, maintains its property records through dedicated county offices. These offices track deeds, mortgages, assessments, and property taxes, which form the foundation for property administration. Municipal governments complement county functions by supervising zoning and building permit approvals within their limits.

According to recent housing data, Westmoreland County has a median home value of $146,100.00 and a median rent of $830.00. The median household income is about $65,987.00, with an average property tax rate of 1.24%.

Residents seeking Westmoreland County property records have multiple methods available.

In-person searches can be conducted at custodian offices, where public terminals allow visitors to access records. Staff are typically available to assist with locating specific documents. Many offices also accept mail or email requests, which generally require completing a request form and providing key property details.

Online access provides a convenient alternative. The Westmoreland County Public Access portal allows users to view recorded documents, including deeds, mortgages, liens, and other legal instruments. The Assessor Information Search focuses on property assessments, valuations, and tax-related information.

Another resource is PropertyChecker, which compiles public property data from multiple sources. It allows users to search for ownership history, recorded documents, and tax information in a single interface.

When searching property documents, it is important to have basic information ready. Details that can pinpoint an exact record are property address, parcel number, and owner name.

While Westmoreland County makes property documents public, certain factors may limit access to these records. Recently filed documents may not immediately reflect in online systems, and historical records may not be digitized. Privacy or legal regulations may restrict or redact information, and fees can apply for document copies.

Property Ownership and Title Information

To access ownership and title information, start with the Westmoreland County Public Access search tool. Recorded documents, such as deeds, mortgages, and title instruments, can reveal the current owner, the chain of title, and related encumbrances. Searches can be made by party name, recording date, or document type.

For complete ownership and title records or official certified copies, visit the Westmoreland County Recorder of Deeds office at the county courthouse in Greensburg.

Property Sales and Transaction History

Access property sales and transaction history in Westmoreland County by visiting the County Recorder of Deeds office or utilizing its County Public Access. It houses deeds, recorded sales agreements, conveyances, and mortgage filings that can provide transaction dates, grantor/grantee names, and consideration amounts, if available.

Another option for obtaining property sales data is by hiring independent property appraisers. Alternatively, individuals can use PropertyChecker to quickly review a property’s transaction timeline. This database can aggregate transaction history and related documents from various sources, presenting sale prices, dates, and chain-of-title information on a single platform.

Property Tax Assessment and Payment Records

To access property tax assessment records, contact the Westmoreland County Tax Assessment Office. Property tax assessors from this office can provide assessed values, property details, classification codes, and exemption records.

Taxpayers who disagree with an assessment may appeal to the Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals. They must submit their appeal within 40 days of the mailing of a notice of change.

Property tax bills, payment history, and delinquent accounts are maintained by the Westmoreland County Tax Office/Tax Claim Bureau. Individuals can also contact municipal tax collectors for additional information on tax payments.

For remote access to both property tax assessment records and tax bills, owners can use the Assessor Information Search to look up parcels by parcel number, name, or location.

Property Characteristics and Parcel Details

Residents of Westmoreland County can obtain property characteristics and parcel details through the Assessor Information Search tool. This tool allows users to conduct a property parcel search to view property descriptions and land area. Searches can be performed by parcel number, property address, or owner name.

Property owners can also utilize recorded documents maintained by the Westmoreland County Recorder of Deeds, such as plats and surveys. These documents can provide details about property boundaries, lot dimensions, building features, and year built.

Zoning, Land Use, and Planning Records

Zoning, land use, and planning records for properties in unincorporated areas of Westmoreland County are maintained by the County Planning Division.

The division can provide access to zoning maps, subdivision approvals, land development plans, and conditional use permits at its office. It also offers online resources, including the Comprehensive Plan and the Subdivision, Development, and Zoning Ordinance (SALDO), which guide land use, development, and planning in the county.

In incorporated areas, local municipalities maintain their own planning and zoning records. For example, the City of Greensburg Department of Planning and Development oversees zoning maps, site plans, land use approvals, and conditional use permits within city limits. This municipal office can aid in zoning inquiries in person and online, if applicable.

Legal Documents Affecting Property

The Westmoreland County Recorder of Deeds oversees legal documents affecting property rights in the county. It maintains deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and court judgments that can provide ownership history, rights, and encumbrances tied to each property.

Individuals can visit the office in person or use Westmoreland County Public Access to retrieve these documents. These records are indexed by party name, recording date, legal description, document type, and other criteria.

Building Permits, Inspections, and Construction Records

In Westmoreland County, building permits, inspections, and construction records are not handled by the county government. Instead, these functions are administered at the municipal level, where building or similar departments maintain permit applications, inspection results, approved plans, and code-compliance documentation for properties within their jurisdiction.

For example, the Hempfield Township Community Development Department provides access to building permits and inspection records for properties within the township. Residents can navigate the department’s official website or visit its municipal office directly to search for permit records and inspection results.

Maps and Visual Property Data

The Westmoreland County GIS Viewer provides access to maps and visual property data for over 190,000 parcels in the county. Users can search for parcels by entering an address, owner name, or parcel ID, or by selecting a parcel directly on the interactive map.

The tool enables users to visualize property characteristics and surrounding geographic features. It can display map layers including roads, school districts, and floodplains, as well as a basemap gallery that covers yearly aerial imagery and topographic coverage.

Displayed here are charts summarizing the county's tax rates, accompanied by insights into median home values, income figures, and rent rates.

Median Rent

$830.00

Pennsylvania	$839.00
National	$840.25

• --1.1 %
  vs Pennsylvania
• --1.2 %
  vs National

Median Home Value

$146,100.00

Pennsylvania	$168,550.00
National	$173,750.00

• --13.3 %
  vs Pennsylvania
• --15.9 %
  vs National

Median Household Income

$65,987.00

Pennsylvania	$63,611.00
National	$65,108.00

• +3.7 %
  vs Pennsylvania
• +1.4 %
  vs National

Median Property Tax Rate

1.24%

Pennsylvania	1.3%
National	0.74%

• -4.6%
  vs Pennsylvania
• +67.6 %
  vs National

Unemployment Rate

3.07%

Pennsylvania	2.84%
National	2.87%

• +8.1 %
  vs Pennsylvania
• +7.0 %
  vs National

Renter Occupied Housing

18.42%

Pennsylvania	19.64%
National	21.81%

• -6.2 %
  vs Pennsylvania
• -15.5 %
  vs National

The Westmoreland County Recorder of Deeds is responsible for preserving instruments affecting real property within the county. The office maintains land records dating back to 1773, with many historical volumes retained in archival format for public reference.

Documents recorded by the office include deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, assignments, easements, and subdivision plans. These records establish legal ownership and identify liens or other encumbrances that may influence assessment updates, zoning reviews, and land-use determinations handled by other county and municipal offices.

Individuals can access these documents online through the Westmoreland County Public Access System, which indexes records by party name, recording date, document type, consideration amount if available, and other parameters. Those interested may also conduct research in person or submit an inquiry by email.

Fees may apply for document copies, with certified copies generally requiring additional charges. Since the published fee schedule lists only recording fees, interested parties should contact the office at (724) 830-3518 for current copy pricing details.

Westmoreland County has 65 municipalities, including townships, cities, and boroughs. These municipalities administer records for property taxation, permits, zoning, and land development. Members of the public may access these records through municipal websites or by visiting the respective local office.

• Donegal Borough (no official website)

• Hyde Park Borough (no official website)

• Oklahoma Borough (no official website)

• Penn Borough (no official website)

• Seward Borough (no official website)

St. Clair Township (no official website)

• Sutersville Borough (no official website)

• Youngstown Borough (no official website)

• Adamsburg Borough
• Allegheny Township
• Arnold City
• Arona Borough
• Avonmore Borough
• Bell Township
• Bolivar Borough
• Cook Township
• Delmont Borough
• Derry Borough
• Derry Township
• Donegal Township
• East Huntingdon Township
• East Vandergrift Borough
• Export Borough
• Fairfield Township
• Greensburg City
• Hempfield Township
• Hunker Borough
• Irwin Borough
• Jeannette City
• Laurel Mountain Borough
• Latrobe City
• Ligonier Borough
• Ligonier Township
• Loyalhanna Township
• Lower Burrell City
• Madison Borough
• Manor Borough
• Monessen City
• Mount Pleasant Borough
• Mount Pleasant Township
• Murrysville Municipality
• New Alexandria Borough
• New Florence Borough
• New Kensington City
• New Stanton Borough
• North Belle Vernon Borough
• North Huntingdon Township
• North Irwin Borough
• Penn Township
• Rostraver Township
• Salem Township
• Scottdale Borough
• Sewickley Township
• Smithton Borough
• South Greensburg Borough
• South Huntingdon Township
• Southwest Greensburg Borough
• Trafford Borough
• Unity Township
• Upper Burrell Township
• Vandergrift Borough
• Washington Township
• West Leechburg Borough
• West Newton Borough
• Youngwood Borough