Search Burlington County, NJ Property Records

In Burlington County, New Jersey, property records are maintained by county and municipal offices. The County Clerk preserves official land records such as deeds, mortgages, and liens that establish ownership and priority interests. Municipal offices administer assessment data, tax accounts, zoning files, permits, and compliance records within their jurisdictions.

Recent real estate data in the county shows a median home value of $305,750.00, a median rent of $1,458.00, and a median household income of $102,548.00. Property owners pay an average effective real estate tax rate of 2.44%, based on assessed property value.

Burlington County property records are subject to the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (OPRA). Unless exempt by law, these records remain accessible for public inspection.

Records may be searched online through the Public Records Electronic Search System (PRESS) or requested in person at the Burlington County Clerk’s Office.

Many municipalities also maintain online portals for assessment and tax account review. For zoning and permit records, mail or email requests may be submitted in accordance with the relevant office’s procedures.

For preliminary research, PropertyChecker compiles publicly available property data. This platform can assist with background review before confirming records through official county or municipal sources.

However, certain documents may contain redacted personal information or restricted images in compliance with state privacy laws.

Property Ownership and Title Information

To confirm property ownership and review the chain of title, records can be searched through the Burlington County Clerk’s Office. The office maintains real estate documents that verify ownership and title information, including deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, and plats.

Users can access the Public Records Electronic Search System (PRESS) by instrument number, document type, owner name, or block and lot. No account registration is required to perform searches, though document images may display a watermark unless accessed through a registered account.

In-person research is available at the Mount Holly office, where public terminals provide access to a computerized index of over 1.7 million recorded documents. Older archived records are accessible in hard copy. Certified copies can be requested directly from the Clerk upon payment of applicable fees.

Property Sales and Transaction History

Begin a search for Burlington County property sales and transaction history through the Public Records Electronic Search System (PRESS) portal. Enter the owner name, block and lot number, or instrument number to locate recorded deeds and related transfer documents. These filings typically show the recorded sale date and stated consideration amount.

Alternatively, review records through the online Property Assessment Search, which often shows prior sale data submitted by each municipality. Also, individuals may opt to contact property appraisers in the municipality where the parcel is located.

For a more streamlined approach, PropertyChecker compiles sales and transfer data from multiple sources into a single searchable database. It helps users build a more complete transaction history before requesting certified records.

If foreclosure activity is relevant, review auction schedules from the Sheriff’s Office or search its online foreclosure listings.

Property Tax Assessment and Payment Records

Property tax assessment and payment records are primarily maintained at the municipal level in Burlington County. Municipal property tax assessors determine assessed value, while municipal tax collectors administer tax bills and maintain payment histories.

Assessment records may be reviewed in-person through the local assessor’s offices or online through the Property Assessment Search. Another alternative for online search is the Assessment Records Search system maintained by the County Board of Taxation.

Property owners who dispute an assessment must file a tax appeal with the Burlington County Board of Taxation within 45 days of the mailing date of the assessment notice. Prompt filing may preserve their right to review.

For records maintained by municipal tax collectors, including tax bills, installment payments, delinquencies, and interest calculations, these may be accessed through the municipality’s official website. Some records are available via collectors’ online portals, while others may require direct contact with the office.

Property Characteristics and Parcel Details

Property characteristics and parcel details in Burlington County are typically obtained through municipal assessor records or the County Board of Taxation’s Assessment Records Search system. Available data may include recording date, registration details, acreage, tax classification, property location, and improvement details.

For additional spatial context, the County Geographic Information Systems (GIS) provides interactive mapping tools that may display parcel boundaries, subdivision lines, transportation layers, environmental features, and flood zone information.

Zoning, Land Use, and Planning Records

In Burlington County, zoning, land use, and planning records are maintained by each municipality’s planning or zoning office. These offices generally preserve zoning maps, master plans, ordinances, subdivision applications, site plans, variance decisions, and development approvals.

For plats and recorded land division documents, individuals may consult the Burlington County Clerk’s Office in Mount Holly. Recorded plats confirm lot configuration, easements, and previously approved subdivisions.

For written zoning determinations or development standards, contact the municipal planning or zoning office directly before initiating construction or land use changes.

Legal Documents Affecting Property

Legal documents affecting real estate property are available through the Burlington County Clerk’s Office, which serves as the county’s land records custodian. Use the Public Records Electronic Search System (PRESS) portal to locate deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, easements, notices of settlement, and more.

For judgments or court actions that may attach to a parcel, review case files through the Burlington County Superior Court Clerk. Certified copies can be requested in person at the Mount Holly office.

Building Permits, Inspections, and Construction Records

Review Burlington County building permits, inspection, and construction records through the municipal construction, inspection, or building department where the property is located. These records are maintained locally rather than by the county. Local offices keep applications, issued permits, inspection reports, and certificates of occupancy tied to each address.

Begin the search on the municipality’s official website. Some municipalities offer online permit portals that allow searches by address or block and lot number. For example, Mount Laurel Township provides its own online system for construction permit inquiries.

For archived files or detailed documentation, submit a records request directly to the municipal construction or inspection office by email, mail, or in person.

Maps and Visual Property Data

Maps and visual property data of more than 221,000 parcels in Burlington County are accessible through the County Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Division of the Burlington County Department of Information Technology.

The county GIS Division provides an interactive property viewer that may display transportation networks, environmental layers, municipal boundaries, and parcel outlines.

Certain GIS datasets may be downloaded directly from the county portal. Requests for printed maps or specialized data products may require submission of a request form and payment of applicable fees pursuant to the county’s GIS Data Distribution Policy.

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

Median Rent

$1,458.00

New Jersey	$1,615.00
National	$840.25

• -9.7 %
  vs New Jersey
• +73.5 %
  vs National

Median Home Value

$305,750.00

New Jersey	$374,450.00
National	$173,750.00

• -18.3 %
  vs New Jersey
• +76.0 %
  vs National

Median Household Income

$102,548.00

New Jersey	$102,548.00
National	$65,108.00

• +0.0 %
  vs New Jersey
• +57.5 %
  vs National

Median Property Tax Rate

2.44%

New Jersey	2.29%
National	0.74%

• +6.6%
  vs New Jersey
• +229.7 %
  vs National

Unemployment Rate

3.11%

New Jersey	3.81%
National	2.87%

• -18.4 %
  vs New Jersey
• +8.4 %
  vs National

Renter Occupied Housing

24.93%

New Jersey	22.76%
National	21.81%

• +9.5 %
  vs New Jersey
• +14.3 %
  vs National

The Burlington County Clerk’s Office serves as the county’s registrar of deeds and functions as the official custodian of recorded real estate instruments. The office records and indexes deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, plats, and other documents that affect property interests. These records are accessible online through the Public Records Electronic Search System (PRESS).

Documents recorded on or after March 1, 2012, may be searched by block and lot or owner name. Records indexed from 1965 through February 2012 generally require an owner name search.

Pre-1965 archives are available through a separate online index that permits guest access. This historical database includes searchable grantor and grantee indices dating back to 1751, along with mortgage records indexed from 1925 forward.

Certified copies may be requested in person at the Mount Holly office or by mail. Copy and certification fees apply in accordance with the Clerk’s published fee schedule.

Burlington County has 40 municipalities, consisting of boroughs, cities, and townships. Each municipality administers its set of property-related records. Local offices handle assessments, tax accounts, permits, and zoning matters within their jurisdiction. The list below provides the official websites for each municipality to assist with direct record searches and inquiries.

Tabernacle Township

• Bass River
• Beverly City
• Bordentown City
• Bordentown Township
• Burlington City
• Burlington Township
• Chesterfield Township
• Cinnaminson Township
• Delanco Township
• Delran Township
• Eastampton Township
• Edgewater Park
• Evesham Township
• Fieldsboro
• Florence Township
• Hainesport Township
• Lumberton Township
• Mansfield Township
• Maple Shade Township
• Medford Lakes Borough
• Medford Township
• Moorestown Township
• Mount Holly Township
• Mount Laurel Township
• New Hanover Township
• North Hanover Township
• Palmyra Borough
• Pemberton Borough
• Pemberton Township
• Riverside Township
• Riverton Borough
• Shamong Township
• Southampton Township
• Springfield Township
• Washington Township
• Westampton Township
• Willingboro Township
• Woodland Township
• Wrightstown Borough