Baltimore County Property Search
A Baltimore County property search allows individuals to access property documents recorded with the Baltimore County Circuit Court Land Division. The Office of Budget and Finance Transfer and Recordation Section first reviews all property documents recorded with this Division. The documents are accompanied by a completed Maryland State Intake Sheet for record purposes. Most property documents recorded with the Circuit Court Land Division are available. Therefore, residents can request copies of property records online or in person at the Clerk of Circuit Court's Office.
A property search is necessary when individuals need to access information about a property for legal and personal reasons. For example, a realtor may conduct a property record search to have information about a property before the sale. Attorneys may perform a property record search to settle land disputes in Court.
Are Baltimore County Property Records Public?
Yes, property records are considered part of Baltimore County Public Records per the Maryland Public Information Act (MPIA). Therefore, anyone can inspect or obtain companies of property records in Baltimore County. However, there are instances where property records may not be available for public perusal or information that should be public information is restricted from public disclosure. For example, the property information of a person who has shielded their property records is deemed confidential in Baltimore County.
What Do Baltimore County Property Records Contain?
The information available in Baltimore County property records may vary based on record type. Generally, any of the following information should be available on a property record:
- Parcel ID
- Recordation
- Document image
- Instrument type
- SDAT number
- Record status
- The date the record was entered
- Book/page number
- Tax year
- Owner name
- Parcel/situs address
- Property class
- Mailing address
- Legal information
- Bill date
- The property's assessment
- Tax receivable information (description, bill number, liability amount, credit amount, and balance)
- Installment details (installment number, effective and due date, and amount)
- Tax charge details (description and amount)
- Payments/discounts/tax credits (description, bill number, effective date, amount, and status)
Where to Perform a Baltimore County Property Lookup
A person who wants to perform a Baltimore County property lookup should visit the Land Records Office of the Circuit Court. Online requests can be made via the MDLANDREC tool on the Court's website. Select Baltimore County at the top menu to conduct a search. The search criteria are by instrument, individual, or corporation. Click the search button to conduct the property lookup. In-person requests can be made at the Court during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). The grantee/grantor's name, property address, or book number may be required to search property records. The Court is located at:
Baltimore County Circuit Court
Baltimore County Courts Building
401 Bosley Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: (410) 887-3088 (Deeds), (410) 887-2651 (recordings)
Email: baltcocc@mdcourts.gov
How to Perform a Property Owner Lookup in Baltimore County
Most record custodians have online databases where individuals can obtain property ownership information in Baltimore County. For example, the Baltimore County Circuit Court has an MDLANDREC tool that can be used to conduct property owner lookups. A search can be conducted by instrument or SDAT. Clicking the search button will take the requester to the desired property records. The record will contain information about property ownership. Alternatively, individuals can visit the Circut Court during business hours to retrieve information about property ownership. The requester would have to provide other information about the property, excluding the owner's name, to facilitate the search.
How to Find Baltimore County Property Records Online
Here is how to find a Baltimore County property record online on the Circuit Court website:
- Go to the Circuit Court website and scroll down to the "CONTACT US" section
- Enter "Records" in the search box to filter the list
- Click the "Search online archives" link under the "Land" bullet point
- Go to the "SELECT COUNTY" area at the top bar and select Baltimore County
- Use the following options to conduct a search:
- Click the search button to view property records in Baltimore County
Alternatively, individuals can find property records online on third-party databases. These third-party sites are independently run. Therefore, they do not provide the same property information. Requesters would have to provide appropriate information in the search fields to view records. Some property information may be free, while access to others may come at a cost.
How to Find Property Owner by Address for Free
The best way to find a property owner by address for free is to search record custodians' online databases. For example, the Office of Budget andFinance has an online portal where a property address search can be conducted to retrieve property ownership information for free. Here is how to conduct the search:
- Go to the Office of Budget andFinance website
- Click on the "Property Taxes" menu
- Scroll down and click the "VISIT TAX PORTAL" button
- Check the box to agree to the terms and conditions displayed on the page
- Check the "I'm not a robot" box and click on the next button
- Conduct a search by parcel number/business account ID or street address
- Click on the search button and scroll down to view the property information
- A list of property records will be displayed beneath the search area if the search is by a property address. However, a search by parcel number displays the specific desired record
After conducting the search, the property owner's name will be displayed at no cost. Alternatively, individuals can visit record custodians in Baltimore County to request property owner information. Upon reaching the office, provide the property address to the staff and ask to view property records. Most record offices do not charge a fee for property records inspection, but copies of property records come at a cost.
Baltimore County Property Tax Lookup
Individuals can obtain property tax information online or in person at the Office of Budget andFinance. Online requests can be made via the Real and Personal Property Tax Search Portal. The search parameters are by parcel number/business account ID or street address. Individuals making a request by parcel or tax account number should enter only numbers in the available search box excluding dashes or other symbols. After entering the appropriate information, click the search button for a property tax lookup online.
In-person requests can be made Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the Office of Budget andFinance. To process the request, the requester must provide certain information, like the owner's name, parcel number, or property address. The Office is located at:
Baltimore County Office of Budget and Finance
400 Washington Avenue
Room 150
Towson, MD 21204
Phone: (410) 887-2404
Fax: (410) 887-3882
Email: financeinfo@baltimorecountymd.gov
Several situations necessitate a tax lookup in Baltimore County. For example, a property buyer would want to conduct a property tax lookup to have up-to-date information about the property's tax history. This will help the property buyer to determine if the property is affordable.
How to Find Baltimore County Property Appraiser
The Maryland Commission of Real Estate Appraisers, Appraisal Management Companies, and Home Inspectors has a License Search tool that can be used to find property appraisers in Baltimore County. A search can be conducted by:
- By Name (Last Name, and optionally, City Name)
- By Location (City Name or Zip Code)
- By License Registration Number ("License Number")
The Commission also has a List of Registered Appraisal Management Companies that can be contacted to inquire about licensed property appraisers in Baltimore County. Additionally, individuals can call the Commission at (410) 230-6363 or email DLOPLRealEstateAppraiser-LABOR@maryland.gov to find appraisers in Baltimore County.
Individuals can also find Baltimore County property appraisers in person at the Commission. In-person requests are by appointment. The Maryland Department of Labour's Central Scheduling System can be used to schedule an appointment with the Commission. Requesters would have to select the type of appointment they need from the list of available in-person services using the drop-down menu on the scheduler. The Department will send an email to the requester confirming the appointment date and time. Appointments are available between Monday and Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Requesters should get to the Commission at least 10 minutes early before the scheduled appointment time. The physical address of the Commission is:
Maryland Real Estate Appraisers, Appraisal Management Companies, and Home Inspectors
1100 N. Eutaw Street, Room 121
Baltimore, MD 21201
Fax: (410) 962-8483
A Baltimore County property appraiser assesses a property's value after a thorough inspection. They research comparable homes, buildings, properties, legal descriptions, public records, and tax records. After the inspection, the property appraiser will analyze collected data to determine the current and potential future property's value.
Baltimore County Property Assessor
A property assessor is a government official who estimates property values within Baltimore County. This value is converted into an assessment used to determine property tax bills. The Baltimore County Supervisor of Assessments office is located at:
Baltimore County Supervisor of Assessments
Hampton Plaza
300 E. Joppa Road, Suite 602
Towson, MD 21286
Phone: (410) 512-4900
Fax: (410) 321-4148
E-mail: sdat.blco@maryland.gov
