Search Westchester County, NY Property Records

In Westchester County, NY, county offices hold core land and tax records, while cities, towns, and villages manage local assessment, tax collection, zoning, and permit files. Public property records provide ownership clarity and title certainty and contain parcel data, ownership history, tax details, and assessed value for property review.

By examining both county and municipal records, the median home value is $642,400.00, with an average monthly rent of $1,986.00. Households earn approximately $134,349.00, and the typical property tax rate is 1.53%.

Searching for property records in Westchester County, NY, can be done through multiple channels, giving users flexibility depending on their needs.

Many residents and researchers start with online resources, such as the Westchester Records Online portal maintained by the Office of the Westchester County Clerk. Those who prefer not to navigate complex official systems can use PropertyChecker, which provides an interactive way to view current property information.

In addition to online tools, other options include in-person visits to the County Clerk’s office and searches by mail, email, or phone for certain documents.

Before starting a search, users should have key details ready, such as the full property address, the parcel or section-block-lot number, and the owner’s name. Older land files often require an approximate transaction year or control number to narrow results.

Access to records may vary depending on the type of information sought, and some documents may be restricted or require a fee. The following sections outline specific property information types and where they can be obtained.

Property Ownership and Title Information

Proof of property ownership in Westchester County relies on recorded land documents held by the Office of the Westchester County Clerk through its Land Records Division. Deeds and related conveyance records serve as the primary evidence of ownership and remain accessible to the public through Westchester Records Online.

Each recorded document carries an assigned identifier, and the identifier used varies depending on the year the document was recorded.

Documents recorded after December 12, 1999, rely on control numbers, except for certain lien filings. Records from 1967 to that date rely on Liber and Page references. Earlier records require an index book review, with deed images available back to 1680 and mortgage images back to 1960.

For historical property ownership and title transactions, individuals may consult historical atlases that document ownership over time. Historic Building Inventory Forms (Series 214) also serve as a reference source. In addition, the Westchester County Historical Society maintains property records that may assist with historical ownership research.

Property Sales and Transaction History

Property sales records in Westchester County rely on deed reference rather than a centralized sales database. Deed images remain under the Office of the Westchester County Clerk and appear through Westchester Records Online.

Property appraisers, lenders, and buyers refer to these deeds to confirm the transfer date, the parties of record, and the documented consideration for each transaction. Users can also consult PropertyChecker for broader transaction research across jurisdictions.

Westchester County does not list sale prices as a standalone data field. Instead, the sale value is inferred from the transfer tax shown on the deed. For transfers recorded before May 1983, the tax amount is divided by 0.0011; for transfers on or after May 1, 1983, the tax amount is divided by 0.004.

Property Tax Assessment and Payment Records

In Westchester County, property tax assessors work at the municipal level. This means that assessment records, exemptions, tax bills, payment status, and delinquency information are maintained by each city, town, or village assessor. Local tax offices handle billing, while the County Department of Finance manages tax collection and property tax judgments. The county also provides access to local assessment pages online.

Property owners who wish to challenge their assessment must follow a formal grievance process and file an appeal with the local Board of Assessment Review. To get started, it is helpful to review first the assessment roll overview to understand and evaluate the property assessment.

Property Characteristics and Parcel Details

Property characteristics and parcel details are available in the Westchester County Municipal Tax Parcel Viewer. To search, individuals must select the municipality. Then, in the search window, users may reference the Parcel Section Block Lot (SBL) number, street address, or owner name when available.

The viewer also allows map printing, query export, and mailing label creation for use with abutters’ notices. Optional data layers include flood plains, steep slopes, regulated wetlands, land use, school districts, fire districts, sewer systems, drainage structures, and utility districts.

In addition to the parcel viewer, property characteristics and parcel data may require review of recorded deeds or surveys.

Zoning, Land Use, and Planning Records

Zoning, land use, and planning records in Westchester County fall under municipal authority. Each municipality adopts its own zoning ordinances, subdivision rules, site plan standards, and environmental regulations.

While municipalities have their own zoning ordinances, the Westchester County Planning Department serves as a regional planning and land-use reference for municipalities. Most local zoning codes date to the 1920s, and all municipalities maintain an adopted comprehensive plan.

County-level land use guidance, mapping context, downloadable datasets, and policy background are accessible through the Westchester County GIS, which demonstrates collaboration between the Planning Department and municipal governments under New York State’s home rule structure.

Legal Documents Affecting Property

Legal property documents in Westchester County remain on file with the Office of the Westchester County Clerk. Common records include deeds, mortgages, mortgage satisfactions, liens, easements, covenants, notices of pendency, powers of attorney, and foreclosure filings.

Access runs through Westchester Records Online, which covers indexed documents and scanned images. Search options support control number reference, Liber and Page reference, and grantor–grantee name lookup.

Older filings rely on historical index books, while certified copies remain available through in-office or mail request with statutory and service fees.

Building Permits, Inspections, and Construction Records

Building permits, inspections, and construction records in Westchester County remain under municipal control. City, town, and village building departments manage permits, inspection reports, certificates of occupancy, and code compliance files. Online permit portals vary by municipality, with some offices requiring in-person or written requests for older records. Availability, document format, and retention periods depend on local building department policy across Westchester County municipalities.

Maps and Visual Property Data

Maps and visual property data for Westchester County appear through the county GIS and the Westchester County Municipal Tax Parcel Viewer. The Westchester County GIS provides an interactive map that allows users to visualize properties by location within the community, street, terrain, and topography. On the other hand, the parcel viewer shows the shape, frontage, and adjacent properties, along with the owner’s name when applicable.

Westchester County parcel access operates through the Municipal Tax Parcel Viewer, maintained by the County Geographic Information Systems. The tool allows identification of local parcel data by address, print key, and owner name, where available. Maps, query exports, and abutters notice mailing labels can also be generated directly from the viewer.

After accepting the disclaimer on the welcome screen, a municipality is selected from the dropdown list, and the "Go" button launches the corresponding map.

Inside the viewer, a second disclaimer appears and must be accepted before searching begins. Searches are strictly limited to the chosen municipality. Queries can be run by address, print key (full or partial), owner name, or SBL. For example, entering "6.20-3-5" or "875A SAW MILL RIVER RD" is a valid print key and address format, respectively.

Parcel boundaries are approximate and should not be used to replace surveys or deeds. Authoritative tax maps are available only from the local assessor.

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

Median Rent

$1,986.00

New York	$928.25
National	$840.25

• +114.0 %
  vs New York
• +136.4 %
  vs National

Median Home Value

$642,400.00

New York	$169,000.00
National	$173,750.00

• +280.1 %
  vs New York
• +269.7 %
  vs National

Median Household Income

$134,349.00

New York	$70,656.50
National	$65,108.00

• +90.1 %
  vs New York
• +106.3 %
  vs National

Median Property Tax Rate

1.53%

New York	2.11%
National	0.74%

• -27.5%
  vs New York
• +106.8 %
  vs National

Unemployment Rate

3.73%

New York	2.91%
National	2.87%

• +28.2 %
  vs New York
• +30.0 %
  vs National

Renter Occupied Housing

26.45%

New York	20.16%
National	21.81%

• +31.2 %
  vs New York
• +21.3 %
  vs National

In Westchester County, the Office of the Westchester County Clerk, through its Land Records Division, serves as the registrar of deeds. This office preserves deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, maps, and related property records.

In addition to online access, records remain available through several methods. For in-person research, public terminals are available at the White Plains office. Mail requests allow document copies with the required reference information, such as the owner and address details. Availability of e-mail and written inquiries depends on document type and staff review.

Recording and copy fees are based on page count and certification status, with current statutory and service fees published on the official county clerk website.

Westchester County, New York, comprises 48 municipalities, including 6 cities, 19 towns, and 23 villages. Records maintained by these municipalities complement county land filings and often provide the most up-to-date, property-specific information for each local jurisdiction.

Eastchester Town

• Mount Vernon City
• New Rochelle City
• Peekskill City
• Rye City
• White Plains City
• Yonkers City
• Bedford Town
• Cortlandt Town
• Buchanan Village
• Croton-on-Hudson Village
• Bronxville Village
• Tuckahoe Village
• Greenburgh Town
• Ardsley Village
• Dobbs Ferry Village
• Elmsford Village
• Hastings-on-Hudson Village
• Irvington Village
• Tarrytown Village
• Harrison Town
• Harrison Village
• Lewisboro Town
• Mamaroneck Town
• Larchmont Village
• Mamaroneck Village
• Mount Kisco Town
• Mount Kisco Village
• Mount Pleasant Town
• Briarcliff Manor Village
• Pleasantville Village
• Sleepy Hollow Village
• New Castle Town
• North Castle Town
• North Salem Town
• Ossining Town
• Ossining Village
• Pelham Town
• Pelham Village
• Pelham Manor Village
• Pound Ridge Town
• Rye Town
• Port Chester Village
• Rye Brook Village
• Scarsdale Town
• Scarsdale Village
• Somers Town
• Yorktown Town