Galveston County, Texas, consists of 11 cities. In Galveston County, TX, property records detail ownership, size, and value for all land parcels. These records provide the public access to vital property-related information within the county.

The median home sale price in Galveston County is around $244,306, while the median home rent is $1,208. The average property tax rate across the county is 1.4%, and the median household income is $75,405.

Property records in Galveston County, TX, are under the custodianship of the County Clerk. This office archives various documents such as deeds, releases, mortgages, liens, deeds of trusts, and plats.

In Galveston County, the County Clerk indexes property records under categories like grantee/grantor names, document types, date ranges, reference numbers, document numbers, books, and pages. This indexing system provides convenient access for individuals seeking property information, whether online or at the office.

Individuals can access Galveston County property records by visiting the County Clerk in person or searching online through its website, which provides an online search system. One may also request certified copies of these records by completing an online form.

Acquiring these records in Galveston County comes with specific fees. In the County Clerk, certified copies cost $5 and an extra $1 for each page.

Property owners can contact the Planning and Development Division in Galveston County, TX, to verify zoning information. This division provides zoning details, regulations, and mapping applications to check property zoning details.