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Jefferson County Property Search

Jefferson County property records are legal documents that provide information about real properties in the county. They contain details of the current legal owner, location, and property description. The [County Clerk's Office]([http://Clerk's Main Office527 W. Jefferson StreetLouisville, KY 40202-2814(502) 574-5700countyclerk@jeffersoncountyclerk.org](mailto:http://Clerk's Main Office527 W. Jefferson StreetLouisville, KY 40202-2814(502) 574-5700countyclerk@jeffersoncountyclerk.org)) manages and maintains real property records in Jefferson County, Kentucky.

A Jefferson County Property Search helps interested persons find the ownership details or history of a property in the county before investing in real estate transactions. It involves accessing property records online to verify the deed and finding any claims on the property. Annually, over 283,000 residential and commercial properties located in Jefferson County are assessed through the PVA website.

The office of the County Clerk has records of every property, deed, and mortgage in Jefferson County as far back as the 1700s. To provide accurate records, the office modernizes various systems to ensure public records are accessible online. This act will also fight against property deed and mortgage fraud attempts, notifying property owners about records filed in their personal or business name.

All documents recorded through the Jefferson County Clerk's office must obey the following rules:

  • Have the notary's signature and ID (Should not be expired or cited). Each notary statement should have the names of the Grantor/Grantee
  • Have the complete address of the Grantor/Grantee on the deed, mortgage, and others.
  • Include the correct fee for acceptance or remittance.
  • The property should be in Jefferson County, Kentucky.
  • Should have an accurate source of title, description, and fair market value of property
  • Original documents or certified copies are required for recording.
  • Corporations, LLCs, and Partnerships must be recorded with the Secretary of State before the County Clerk can record the document.
  • The document must have the tax bill mailing address on the Deed.

Is Jefferson County Property Records Public?

Yes. Members of the public can access most Jefferson County property records because they are considered part of Jefferson County Public Records. According to the Kentucky Open Records Act (KORA), state and local government agencies must provide these property records to interested and eligible members upon request. Thus, interested persons may access property records in person or online with the correct details to facilitate a search.

Despite the provisions of the KORA, some information in Kentucky property records is not publicly accessible due to privacy laws. In some cases, the court may seal some documents by law, which includes records related to ongoing civil or criminal cases. Examples of records exempted from the public include:

  • Records containing personal information that, upon release to the public, will be an invasion of the property owner's privacy.
  • Any record prohibited from disclosure under federal regulations or state laws.
  • Property records containing information on real estate appraisals, feasibility estimates, and evaluations for a government agency while acquiring any property. The records will not be accessible to the public until all the property is acquired.
  • Records with the exact location of a business or industry. The records remain exempt if no previous public report is made of the business's intention to relocate or expand within the county.

What Do Jefferson County Property Records Contain?

Jefferson County property records include various information, including:

  • Deeds to the property: Documents the ownership details of the property, and identifies the property's grantor and grantee.
  • Ownership history: Includes the names of the current and past property owners to establish the title chain.
  • Tax records assessments: Includes details about the property's assessed value and amount of taxes owed.
  • Current and past mortgages: Covers any present and outstanding mortgages on the property. This includes details of the lenders and the amount involved.
  • Building and zoning information.
  • Property boundaries.
  • Easements, covenants, and restrictions.
  • Relevant wills and lawsuits.
  • Liens and encumbrances.
  • Details of the property's assessment

Note that each piece of information in the property records may vary depending on the type of record and the County Clerk's (custodian) regulations.

Where to Perform a Jefferson County Property Lookup

Interested members of the public can perform a Jefferson County property record lookup online through the County Clerk's office website. Residents also have access to records using the Jefferson County PVA Property Search tool, a searchable database on the county website. Requesters may search for property records using the following information:

  1. The requester's name printed in legible form
  2. The requestor's signature
  3. The property address
  4. A clear description of the records to be inspected or copied
  5. Written statement.

The request can be submitted in person, through mail, or by email to the valid address of the property record custodian. Filing a record request may be free but requesters will be charged for copies and postage of the copies.

Jefferson County PVA Office
Glassworks Building
815 West Market Street
Suite 400
Louisville, KY 40202-2654
Fax: (502) 574-6108
Phone: (502) 574-6380
Email: pva@jeffersonpva.ky.gov

How to Perform a Property Owner Lookup in Jefferson County

To perform a property owner lookup in Jefferson County, search the property records under the custody of the County Clerk's office.

  • Visit the website of the County Clerk's office and click on the available search box.
  • Input the property owner's name or property address to search for the property record.
  • The property record should contain information about the current property owner.

The requester can also visit the County Clerk's office in person with details of the property address, but can only request the most recent record.

How to Find Jefferson County Property Records Online

To find Jefferson County property records online, visit the Online Land Records search portal. Property information can be accessed on this portal using party name, control number, reference number, instrument type, and book or page.

Online Land Records System is open Monday to Saturday from 8 A.M. to 12 A.M., and on Sunday from 12 P.M. to 12 A.M.

Members of the public can also access copies of property records via mail. With a written request and attached fee, one can view and print documents from the site. All prepared requests, documents, and fees should be sent to:

Jefferson County Clerk's Main Office
527 West Jefferson Street
P.O. Box 33033
Louisville, KY 40233-3033
Phone: (502) 574-5700
Email: countyclerk@jeffersoncountyclerk.org

Jefferson County property records are also available online through third-party aggregate websites. However, because of non-government-affiliated and independent sites, the information may vary. To obtain complete property records through third parties, one must provide:

  • Details of the property owner
  • The exact property location.

How to Find Property Owner by Address for Free

To find a property owner by address for free, visit the Jefferson County recorder's office to search for public records. The clerk can perform a property owner search with the address the requester provides.

Jefferson County Property Tax Lookup

Individuals interested in finding Jefferson County property tax information should visit the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office in person or submit a written request. The County Sheriff’s Office is the primary property tax collector in the county. Requesters can conduct a property tax search using the following:

  • Property owner's name
  • Exact property address
  • Property ID.
    Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
    531 Court Place
    6th Floor
    Louisville, KY 40202.

There are other offices responsible for administering property taxes in Jefferson County, Kentucky. They include the Tax Assessor, Property Appraiser, and Tax Collector.

  • The Jefferson County Tax Assessor: Sets up the property tax rates and collects owed property tax on real estate within Jefferson County.
  • The Jefferson County Property Appraiser: Determines the taxable value of every real estate for the Tax Assessor to use in determining the owed property tax.

When finding information about property taxes in Jefferson County, contact the right office for accuracy.

How to Find Jefferson County Property Appraiser

Members of the public can find Jefferson County property appraisers on the Kentucky Real Estate Appraisers Board website. The board is responsible for protecting the public through the regulation and examination of property appraisers and appraisal management companies in the county.

Jefferson County Property Assessor

The Jefferson County Property Assessor is responsible for appraising real estate and assessing a property tax on properties within Jefferson County, Kentucky. Members of the public can contact the County Assessor's office for the following:

  • Appealing property tax appraisal
  • Providing property tax bills
  • Checking and confirming the Jefferson County property tax due date
  • Reporting upgrades or improvements
  • Property tax payments
  • Providing information on property's tax assessment.

Jefferson County Property Valuation Administration Office
Glassworks Building
815 West Market Street
Suite 400
Louisville, KY 40202-2654
Fax: (502) 574-6108
Phone: (502) 574-6380
Email: pva@jeffersonpva.ky.gov