Search Los Angeles County, CA Property Records

At the county level, the Los Angeles County Assessor, Recorder, and Tax Collector maintain the core property records for all city and unincorporated properties. At the city level, certain municipalities manage supplemental zoning, permits, and other property-related records.

Current records include a median home value of $755,100.00, a median rent of $1,843.00, a median household income of $87,339.00, and a median real estate tax of 0.67%.

Property records in Los Angeles County can be accessed through multiple methods, including online, in-person, and alternative approaches.

Online platforms provide quick access to ownership information, assessed values, tax history, and legal descriptions. In-person visits to the Los Angeles County Assessor’s Office, Recorder’s Office, or Tax Collector allow examination of official documents. Notable online resources include PropertyChecker, as well as the Assessor and Recorder portals.

Additional options include mail or fax requests, email inquiries, or phone contacts, which are useful for obtaining certified copies or detailed reports.

Accurate searches typically require key details such as the property address, AIN (Assessor’s Identification Number), also known as a parcel number, or owner’s name. These identifiers help ensure precise results.

Certain limitations and access restrictions apply. Records may be restricted due to privacy laws, particularly those related to properties owned by government agencies or containing sensitive personal information. Some historical records remain undigitized, requiring in-person examination. Fees may apply for certified copies or specialized reports.

The following sections describe types of property information available and the specific access points for each:

Property Ownership and Title Information

Property ownership and title can be confirmed through recorded deeds, grant deeds, quitclaim deeds, and title transfer documents maintained by the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC). Records can be requested:

Online: Submit online requests through the Los Angeles County RR/CC site; standard turnaround is about 20 working days, and certification incurs extra costs.

In Person: Appointments can be scheduled up to three weeks in advance via MyTime; copies are available at the scheduled appointment.

Mail: Written requests must include document title, owner names, and year recorded (or years to search); payment by check or money order.

Fax: Include document title, owner names, year recorded, mailing address, delivery preference, and daytime phone; payment by credit card.

Property Sales and Transaction History

Property sales and transaction history in Los Angeles County are available through official county sources. Private property appraisers may also provide professional valuations, historical sales analysis, and market insights for specific properties when a formal opinion of value is required.

The Los Angeles County Assessor maintains official records of property sales, ownership transfers, and related information. For supplemental sales data, PropertyChecker consolidates parcel, transaction, and ownership details to support easier review and provide a preliminary overview before consulting an appraiser.

Property Tax Assessment and Payment Records

The Assessor’s Office determines the assessed value of all taxable properties within the county. Property owners can view assessment records online through the Los Angeles County Assessor Portal, searching by Assessor’s Identification Number (AIN) or property address. Payment history and current tax bills are accessible via the Treasurer and Tax Collector.

If an assessment appears inaccurate, property owners have the right to file an appeal. The Assessor’s website provides forms, guidance, and contact information, while local district offices offer in-person assistance for questions and managing property assessments.

Property Characteristics and Parcel Details

Property characteristics and parcel details, such as ownership information, lot size and dimensions, building features, property improvements, and other key attributes, can be accessed through a property parcel search using the Assessor’s Identification Number (AIN) or property address on the Los Angeles County Assessor Portal.

Zoning, Land Use, and Planning Records

Zoning, land use, and planning records in Los Angeles County can be accessed through city-specific and county-wide tools. For properties located within city limits, many cities utilize the Zoning Information and Map Access System (ZIMAS) to provide details on zoning classifications, permitted uses, and applicable planning regulations.

For properties in unincorporated areas or outside city boundaries, the Z-NET tool from the Los Angeles County Department of Regional Planning allows users to look up zoning designations, land-use restrictions, and other planning details.

Legal Documents Affecting Property

In Los Angeles County, several legal documents can affect property ownership, rights, and obligations. These include grant and quitclaim deeds, as well as mortgages, liens, easements, and related title transfer documents. The Los Angeles County Recorder portal allows users to request or view these records, with historical documents available dating back to 1850.

Building Permits, Inspections, and Construction Records

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works manages the Building Permit Viewer, which allows users to search building permits issued for construction in unincorporated areas.

Records are available as scanned PDFs of past paper permits or through the Development and Permit Tracking System (DAPTS) and EPIC-LA database. Searches can be done using a property’s address or Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN)/Assessor’s Identification Number (AIN). Historical or missing records may be obtained at the field office serving the property.

Maps and Visual Property Data

Los Angeles County maintains a dataset of roughly 2.4 million parcels, including current boundaries and key attributes. The Los Angeles County Interactive GIS Web Mapping Apps and the Property Assessment Information System of the Assessor’s Office offer mapping and visual property data, allowing users to view parcel locations, boundaries, and associated information.

The Los Angeles County Assessor Portal serves as the official parcel viewer for researching property information across the county. Managed by the Office of the Assessor under Jeffrey Prang, the platform offers three search methods: Basic Search, Legal Search, and Map Search.

The Basic Search tab allows lookups by AIN (Assessor Identification Number) or property address using the main search bar. Legal Search provides an alternative lookup pathway for legal description-based queries. The Map Search tab offers a geographic, visual approach to locating parcels across the county.

Navigation links at the top of the portal also provide direct access to Map Search and the broader Assessor Internet platform.

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

Median Rent

$1,843.00

California	$1,260.00
National	$840.25

• +46.3 %
  vs California
• +119.3 %
  vs National

Median Home Value

$755,100.00

California	$403,775.00
National	$173,750.00

• +87.0 %
  vs California
• +334.6 %
  vs National

Median Household Income

$87,339.00

California	$78,109.75
National	$65,108.00

• +11.8 %
  vs California
• +34.1 %
  vs National

Median Property Tax Rate

0.67%

California	0.69%
National	0.74%

• -2.9%
  vs California
• -9.5 %
  vs National

Unemployment Rate

4.35%

California	3.72%
National	2.87%

• +16.9 %
  vs California
• +51.6 %
  vs National

Renter Occupied Housing

51.05%

California	33.49%
National	21.81%

• +52.4 %
  vs California
• +134.1 %
  vs National

The Recorder Division of the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) acts as the county’s Registrar of Deeds, maintaining most real estate records dating back to 1850. These records include deeds, liens, easements, and other recorded instruments that directly affect property ownership, assessments, and land-use decisions.

Records from 1851 to 1957 are available at the Norwalk headquarters on the lower level, while records from 1958 to the present are accessible on the second floor. Access is available in person by appointment, and copies may be requested online through LexisNexis, by mail, or by fax. Fees vary by document type and copy format and are published by the RR/CC.

Los Angeles County comprises 88 incorporated cities, each with its own official website and local offices, such as city clerks, planning/community services departments, and public works departments, that maintain city-specific property records.

• Agoura Hills
• Alhambra
• Arcadia
• Artesia
• Avalon
• Azusa
• Baldwin Park
• Bell
• Bellflower
• Bell Gardens
• Beverly Hills
• Bradbury
• Burbank
• Calabasas
• Carson
• Cerritos
• Claremont
• Commerce
• Compton
• Covina
• Cudahy
• Culver City
• Diamond Bar
• Downey
• Duarte
• El Monte
• El Segundo
• Gardena
• Glendale
• Glendora
• Hawaiian Gardens
• Hawthorne
• Hermosa Beach
• Hidden Hills
• Huntington Park
• Industry
• Inglewood
• Irwindale
• La Cañada Flintridge
• La Habra Heights
• Lakewood
• La Mirada
• Lancaster
• La Puente
• La Verne
• Lawndale
• Lomita
• Long Beach
• Los Angeles
• Lynwood
• Malibu
• Manhattan Beach
• Maywood
• Monrovia
• Montebello
• Monterey Park
• Norwalk
• Palmdale
• Palos Verdes Estates
• Paramount
• Pasadena
• Pico Rivera
• Pomona
• Rancho Palos Verdes
• Redondo Beach
• Rolling Hills
• Rolling Hills Estates
• Rosemead
• San Dimas
• San Fernando
• San Gabriel
• San Marino
• Santa Clarita
• Santa Fe Springs
• Santa Monica
• Sierra Madre
• Signal Hill
• South El Monte
• South Gate
• South Pasadena
• Temple City
• Torrance
• Vernon
• Walnut
• West Covina
• West Hollywood
• Westlake Village
• Whittier