Imperial County Property Search by Address, Owner & Parcel Number
Search Imperial County property records in just a few clicks using our free Imperial County CA Property Checker tool. Look up properties by owner name, street address, parcel (APN) number, ZIP Code, city, or advanced filters. Access available ownership information, assessed values, parcel details, sales history, tax records, GIS mapping, and other public property data to help with research, buying, selling, or property management.
Total Cities
7
Total Parcels
88,302
Median Home Value
$339,500
Data Updated
August 2026
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About Imperial County Assessor's Office
The Imperial County Assessor’s Office discovers, identifies, and fairly assesses taxable property throughout the county in accordance with California property tax law. The office is led by Robert Menvielle, who became Assessor after his election in 2014 and has decades of appraisal experience within the department. The office also administers exemptions, maintains assessment records, and supports property owners with valuation information.
Services Provided by the Assessor
- Property value assessments
- Homeowner exemption processing
- Business property assessments
- Parcel and ownership records
- Property transfer reviews
- Assessment appeals assistance
- GIS and parcel mapping support
- (442) 265-1300
- assessor@co.imperial.ca.us
- (442) 265-8030
Imperial County Real Estate Market Trends (2025–2026)
Imperial County’s real estate market saw various changes throughout 2025 and 2026, with home prices, property sales, lending activity, and foreclosure levels moving at different points during the period. These trends reflect the changing pace of the county’s overall housing market.
Imperial County Housing Market Trends (2025–2026)
This chart breaks down recent housing market activity by showing changes in property values, home sales, lending, and foreclosures across 2025 and 2026.
Median Home Prices Continued to Reach New Highs
Median sales prices increased from $352,000 in January 2025 to $375,500 in June, reaching $384,500 in June 2026 before easing to $382,000 in July, maintaining strong growth overall.
Buyers Needed Larger Down Payments
Median down payments rose from $35,200 in January 2025 to $37,550 in June, reaching $38,450 in June 2026 before declining slightly to $38,200 in July, reflecting higher purchase costs.
Home Sales Remained Strong Throughout Spring
Homes sold increased from 78 in January 2025 to 130 in June, while 2026 reached 135 sales in June before easing to 126 in July, showing sustained seasonal demand.
Purchase and Refinance Loans Followed Different Trends
Purchase loans increased from 61 in January 2025 to 101 in June, reaching 105 in June 2026 before declining to 98 in July. Refinance loans followed a different pattern.
HELOC Activity Reflected Growing Home Equity
HELOC loans increased from 21 in January 2025 to 34 in June, while 2026 reached 35 in June before declining to 31 in July, indicating continued home-equity borrowing activity.
Foreclosure Filings and Starts Increased Gradually
Foreclosure filings peaked at 21 in October 2025, while 2026 reached 18 in February before ending at 14 in July. Foreclosure starts peaked at 14 in October 2025.
Completed Foreclosures Stayed Relatively Low
How the Imperial County Property Search Tool Works
Finding property records is simple with California Property Checker. Choose the search option that matches the information you already have, enter your details, and review available public property records. Whether you’re researching a home, verifying ownership, checking assessed values, or reviewing parcel information, each search method is designed to deliver accurate results quickly.
If you know the property owner’s name, enter it into the search tool to locate matching records within Imperial County. This option is useful for researching ownership history, confirming property ownership, reviewing assessed values, and finding parcels associated with an individual or business.
Searching by street address is one of the quickest ways to locate a property. Enter the house number and street name to access available ownership information, parcel details, assessed value, building characteristics, sales history, tax information, and other publicly available property records.
Every property is assigned an Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN). Entering the APN provides one of the most accurate search results because it identifies a specific parcel. This search method is commonly used by surveyors, title companies, lenders, appraisers, and real estate professionals.
A ZIP Code search allows you to browse multiple properties within the same postal area. This option is helpful for investors, market research, neighborhood comparisons, and locating properties in a specific section of Imperial County without knowing an exact address.
Choose a city within Imperial County to explore available property records across that community. Whether you’re researching residential neighborhoods, commercial properties, or vacant land, searching by city helps narrow your results and simplifies property research.
Advanced Search combines multiple filters such as owner name, address, APN, city, ZIP Code, and other available criteria to refine your results. This option is ideal when researching multiple properties or locating records with limited information, helping you find the most relevant property matches efficiently.
What Information You'll Receive
Our property search tool provides detailed public property information to help you better understand a parcel before buying, selling, investing, or conducting research.
Property Identification
Quickly identify a parcel using unique property identifiers, ownership information, and official county records for accurate property verification.
- Assessor's Parcel Number (APN)
- Property ownership details
- Property status
- Recording information
- Legal description
- Parcel reference information
Property Location
View essential location details to understand where a property is situated, including mapping information and surrounding geographic features.
- Property Address
- City and ZIP Code
- Parcel boundaries
- GIS map location
- Neighborhood information
- Geographic reference details
Building Details
Review important structural information to better understand the property’s size, layout, construction, and overall residential or commercial characteristics.
- Living area
- Number of bedrooms
- Number of bathrooms
- Building type
- Number of structures or units
Assessment & Value
Access assessment records showing how the property is valued for taxation and track changes made over different assessment years.
- Current assessed value
- Land assessment
- Improvement value
- Assessment year
- Base year values
- Historical assessment information
Tax & Exemptions
Find tax-related records, exemption details, and assessment information that may affect annual property taxes and ownership responsibilities.
- Property tax information
- Assessment status
- Available exemptions
- Tax rate area
- Assessment notices
- Tax-related public records
Classification & Records
Explore property classifications, land use details, historical records, and other official county information available for each parcel.
- Property use classification
- Land use description
- Sales history
- Public record history
- Property characteristics
- Available county record references
Communities Served in Imperial County
Imperial County includes a mix of incorporated cities, census-designated places (CDPs), and unincorporated communities. Whether you’re searching for residential, commercial, agricultural, or vacant land records, California Property Checker helps you access available property information across communities throughout the county.
Brawley
Calexico
Calipatria
El Centro
Holtville
Imperial
Westmorland
Bombay Beach
Heber
Niland
Ocotillo
Palo Verde
Salton City
Seeley
Winterhaven
Desert Shores
Felicity
Glamis
Palo Verde Mesa
Plaster City
Rockwood
Bard
Coyote Wells
Dixieland
Mount Signal
Nearby California Counties
Imperial County borders several California counties, providing convenient access to neighbouring communities, regional housing markets, and public property records. If you’re researching properties near county lines or comparing nearby markets, these surrounding counties may also be useful.
Property & County Information
| Property & County Information | Imperial County Details |
|---|---|
| County | Imperial County |
| State | California (CA) |
| County Seat | El Centro |
| Incorporated Cities | 7 Cities |
| Population | Approximately 179,000 Residents |
| Property Records | Available Through the Imperial County Assessor and Other County Offices |
| Median Home Value | Approximately $364,000 |
| Property Tax Information | Administered Under California Proposition 13 Property Tax System |
| Assessment System | Annual Property Assessment by the Imperial County Assessor |
| Primary Property Types | Residential, Commercial, Agricultural, Industrial & Vacant Land |
| Major Property Uses | Housing, Agriculture, Commercial Business, Government & Recreation |
| School Districts | Multiple Public School Districts Throughout Imperial County |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time (PT) |
| Flood Zone Information | Available Through FEMA Flood Map Service |
| Property Search Options | Owner Name, Property Address, APN, ZIP Code, City & Advanced Search |
| Property Records Available | Ownership, Parcel Details, Assessed Value, Sales History, Tax Information & GIS Maps |
| Official Assessor | Imperial County Assessor – Robert Menvielle |
| Official Records Source | Imperial County Assessor's Office |
| GIS & Parcel Maps | Available Through Official Imperial County GIS Services |
| County Property Feature | Imperial County Includes Extensive Agricultural Parcels Supported by the Imperial Irrigation District, Making Farmland Records a Significant Part of County Property Data. |
FAQ's
How can I search Imperial County property records by owner name?
Enter the owner’s first or last name into the California Property Checker search tool. If matching public records are available, you’ll be able to review ownership information, parcel details, assessed values, property characteristics, sales history, and other county property data associated with that owner.
Can I search Imperial County property records using an APN?
Yes. Searching with an Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) is one of the most accurate ways to locate a specific property. Because every parcel has a unique APN, this method helps eliminate duplicate results and provides direct access to available property records.
What property information can I view online?
Available records may include ownership details, parcel boundaries, assessed land and improvement values, property characteristics, tax rate areas, sales history, GIS mapping information, legal descriptions, and other public records maintained by county agencies.
Is the Imperial County property search tool free to use?
Yes. California Property Checker allows users to search publicly available property information without requiring complicated search procedures. Simply enter the available property information and review the matching records returned by the search tool.
How often is Imperial County property information updated?
Property records are updated as new public information becomes available from official county sources. Assessment changes, ownership transfers, recorded documents, and other property-related information are reflected after being processed by the appropriate county office.
Can I search for commercial and agricultural properties?
Yes. In addition to residential homes, the search tool can help locate commercial buildings, agricultural land, industrial properties, vacant parcels, and other property classifications maintained within Imperial County’s public records.
Does the search tool include GIS parcel maps?
Where available, property records include GIS mapping information that helps users identify parcel boundaries, approximate property locations, and related geographic information maintained by the county.
Can I research property tax information before buying a home?
Yes. Reviewing assessed values, tax information, exemption status, and assessment history before purchasing a property can help buyers better understand potential ownership costs and make more informed real estate decisions.
What should I do if I can't find a property?
Try using another search method, such as the property address, APN, ZIP Code, city, or Advanced Search filters. Small differences in spelling, abbreviations, or incomplete information can sometimes affect search results.