Search Palm Beach County, FL Property Records

In Palm Beach County, FL, recorded land documents, such as deeds, mortgages, liens, and assessment records, are maintained at the county level, while municipal offices can provide records related to local zoning, building permits, and code enforcement.

Key economic and housing statistics in the records provide context for county property data. Currently, the median home value is $363,200.00 and the median rent is $1,788.00. The median household income is $77,452.50 while the median real estate tax is 0.91%.

Property records in Palm Beach County, FL, are accessible through multiple methods, depending on the user’s objectives and the level of detail required.

The county provides the Property Appraiser Public Access portal and the Official Records Search system, both of which allow users to locate deeds, mortgages, liens, and other official documents. Searches can be conducted by owner name, parcel number, or property address. This offers flexibility for both casual inquiries and in-depth research.

PropertyChecker can also provide a consolidated view of property data, which eliminates the need to navigate multiple search portals. Users can quickly identify critical details, like purchase prices, lien amounts, mortgage terms, and ownership changes, without manually reviewing multi-page PDF documents.

In addition to online access, county offices provide in-person research options, where staff can assist with locating and reviewing records. Many offices also accept requests via mail or email to enable individuals to obtain certified copies or document searches without visiting in person.

Although property records are public, certain factors limit access to the county’s land documents. Not all historical records have been digitized, and certain older or certified documents may require in-person or written requests for access. Sensitive information is also redacted in accordance with state law, and fees may apply for copies or certification.

For more details, the following sections describe the main types of property records in Palm Beach County and detail where to access each.

Property Ownership and Title Information

In Palm Beach County, FL, property ownership and title information can be verified through deeds, recorded liens, mortgages, and other official documents maintained by the Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller.

Access to these records is possible through multiple channels, including the online Official Records Search portal, by mail or email, and in person at any Clerk’s office location. Searches can be performed using the grantor’s or grantee’s name, the property address, or the official record number.

Property Sales and Transaction History

Property sales data, including sale prices, ownership details, and transaction dates, is maintained by the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office. Through the Property Appraiser Public Access portal, users can search for past property transactions, examine ownership changes, and review the history of individual properties.

The office also offers the Advanced Sales Search tool that can look up property sales details by parameters such as sale date, sale price range, square footage range, and property use type.

These county tools excel at parcel-based searches but don’t support owner-centric queries across multiple properties. PropertyChecker lets users search by owner name or contact information to find properties bought or sold in Palm Beach County. This proves useful for tracking investors, estate settlements, or transactions without parcel numbers.

Property Tax Assessment and Payment Records

In Palm Beach County, property tax assessors are responsible for assigning annual property values, including assessed values used to calculate property taxes. Assessment details can be reviewed through the Property Appraiser Public Access portal. Property owners who disagree with an assessment can file an appeal with the Value Adjustment Board.

Meanwhile, tax collection and payment history are overseen by the Palm Beach County Tax Collector, whose Property Tax search tool provides access to payment status, including current and delinquent accounts tied to a particular parcel.

Property Characteristics and Parcel Details

The Property Appraiser Public Access portal serves as the primary resource for reviewing property characteristics and parcel details in Palm Beach County. Through this tool, one can examine a property’s square footage, structural elements, year of construction, number of units, and construction materials. This database also often includes a printable building sketch that visually represents the layout and dimensions of the structure.

Zoning, Land Use, and Planning Records

The Palm Beach County Planning, Zoning, and Building Department oversees zoning, land use, and planning records for properties located in unincorporated areas of the county. These records, including zoning classifications and future land use designations, are available through the ePZB online system.

Properties located within incorporated municipalities are subject to local zoning authority. In these cases, municipal planning or zoning departments maintain zoning maps, development regulations, and land use records specific to their jurisdiction.

Legal Documents Affecting Property

Legal documents affecting property in Palm Beach County are recorded with the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller. These records are available online via the Official Records Search tool and are indexed by name, address, or official record number. Certified copies of documents are obtainable by mail or in person at the Clerk’s office location.

Frequently recorded documents include deeds that transfer ownership, mortgages and releases tied to property financing, and liens or judgments that place claims on a property. Easements, plats, and condominium declarations also appear in the record and may affect property boundaries or usage rights.

Building Permits, Inspections, and Construction Records

The Palm Beach County Planning, Zoning, and Building Department manages building permits, inspection reports, and construction records. These records are available on the ePZB online portal, particularly the Permits & Inspections service, where one can review permit type, issuance and expiration dates, contractor details, approved plans, and inspection outcomes.

Additional records, including code compliance reports, plan approvals, and historical permit data, are available for in-person review at the department’s office. Properties located within incorporated municipalities may have separate permit and inspection records, and local building departments usually handle these documents.

Maps and Visual Property Data

Property maps and visual data for Palm Beach County are available through the Countywide Map. This system provides details for over 659,000 county parcels, including boundaries, land area, zoning classifications, and ownership information. It also gives access to additional layers, including flood zones, plan designations, road networks, and special district overlays.

To locate a specific property, users can search the Countywide Map by address, 17-digit Property Control Number (PCN), or owner name.

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

Median Rent

$1,788.00

Florida	$1,114.00
National	$840.25

• +60.5 %
  vs Florida
• +112.8 %
  vs National

Median Home Value

$363,200.00

Florida	$213,800.00
National	$173,750.00

• +69.9 %
  vs Florida
• +109.0 %
  vs National

Median Household Income

$77,452.50

Florida	$63,213.00
National	$65,108.00

• +22.5 %
  vs Florida
• +19.0 %
  vs National

Median Property Tax Rate

0.91%

Florida	0.75%
National	0.74%

• +21.3%
  vs Florida
• +23.0 %
  vs National

Unemployment Rate

3.18%

Florida	2.61%
National	2.87%

• +21.8 %
  vs Florida
• +10.8 %
  vs National

Renter Occupied Housing

29.06%

Florida	21.62%
National	21.81%

• +34.4 %
  vs Florida
• +33.2 %
  vs National

In Palm Beach County, the role of the registrar of deeds is performed by the Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller. This office records and preserves official real estate documents, including deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, liens, judgments, easements, plats, and condominium declarations.

Documents recorded by the Clerk directly influence other property records maintained by county agencies. Recorded ownership transfers are used by the Property Appraiser to update assessments, while plats and recorded declarations affect zoning, land use, and development standards administered by planning and building departments.

Official records from 2008 to the present are available through the Official Records Search portal. Records not viewable online may be requested through alternative methods, including email, mail requests submitted using the Records Service Transmittal Form, or in-person visits to a Clerk location.

Copy and research fees generally apply, with standard pages priced at $1.00 per page. Certified copies require an additional $2.00 per document, plus $1.00 for a cover page containing a unique authentication code and QR code.

Palm Beach County includes 37 incorporated municipalities, each operating its own local government offices that handle property-related responsibilities. Although county agencies oversee countywide property records, cities, towns, and villages typically administer building permits, municipal zoning, and code enforcement for properties located within their jurisdictions.

Atlantis - City

Belle Glade - City

Boca Raton - City

Boynton Beach - City

Briny Breezes - Town

Cloud Lake - Town

Delray Beach - City

Glen Ridge - Town

Golf - Village

Greenacres - City

Gulf Stream - Town

Haverhill - Town

Highland Beach - Town

Hypoluxo - Town

Jupiter - Town

Juno Beach - Town

Lake Clarke Shores - Town

Lake Park - Town

Lake Worth Beach - City

Lantana - Town

Loxahatchee Groves - Town

Mangonia Park - Town

Manalapan - Town

North Palm Beach - Village

Ocean Ridge - Town

Pahokee - City

Palm Beach - Town

Palm Beach Gardens - City

Palm Beach Shores - Town

Palm Springs - Village

Riviera Beach - City

Royal Palm Beach - Village

South Bay - City

South Palm Beach - Town

Wellington - Village

West Palm Beach - City

Westlake - City