Property Records

Chester County PA property records—including deeds, appraisals, transfers, liens, and tax information—are maintained by the Chester County Recorder of Deeds office at 313 W. Market Street, West Chester, PA 19382. Homeowners, buyers, and legal professionals can search these records online through the county’s EagleWeb portal or in person, with documents dating back to September 15, 1905.

What Are Deeds, and How Do Property Transfers Work in Chester County?

A deed is the legal document that transfers ownership of real property from one party to another. It identifies the buyer (grantee) and seller (grantor), describes the property, and confirms the terms of the transaction. In Chester County, all deeds and property transfers are recorded through the Recorder of Deeds office, located at 313 W. Market Street, Ste. 3302, West Chester, PA 19382. Deeds are available for public lookup.

Residents and professionals can search recorded documents dating back to September 15, 1905 using the county’s EagleWeb records search system, which indexes deeds, transfers, and related filings much like a library card catalog. Because the online index is a search guide rather than a certified legal document, the Recorder of Deeds office advises searching multiple name spellings and variations to maximize results, and recommends that any decision involving a property transaction be based on the underlying recorded document rather than the index alone.

Appraisals, Liens, and Tax Information: What Buyers and Owners Should Know

Property appraisals establish the assessed value of real estate, which directly affects both market transactions and the calculation of property taxes. Liens, on the other hand, represent a legal claim against a property—often tied to unpaid debts, contractor work, or tax obligations—and can significantly affect a property’s marketability until resolved. Both appraisal records and lien filings are recorded and accessible through Chester County’s official property records system, alongside tax information tied to each parcel. Reviewing these documents carefully before purchasing or refinancing a property is a critical due-diligence step: an unresolved lien or an inaccurate appraisal can delay a transaction or create unexpected financial liability for a new owner.

How Do You Search Chester County Property Records Online?

Searching Chester County property records is a straightforward process once you know where to look. Start with the EagleWeb portal, the official online document search system provided by the Chester County Recorder of Deeds office, which allows users to locate deeds and other recorded instruments by name, parcel, or document type.

For a broader geographic or parcel-based view of a property, the county’s GIS ChescoViews tool offers mapping data that can complement a deed search. If you need to speak with the Recorder of Deeds office directly, staff can be reached at (610) 344-6330. Office hours run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., though same-day recording of documents closes at 4:00 p.m. Fees for obtaining deed records and other documents vary by request type; the office’s current fee schedule should be consulted directly for up-to-date pricing before submitting a request.