Marin County Property Search by Owner Name, Address & Parcel Records
Enter the owner name, property address, parcel number (APN/Assessor ID), city, ZIP code, or use the Advanced Search option to find property records in Marin County, California. With the free Marin County Property Checker, you can access detailed property information, ownership history, tax records, parcel details, assessment data, and other publicly available real estate records quickly and accurately.
Municipalities
11
Total Parcels
96,232
Median Home Value
$1.57
Data Updated
August 2026
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Marin County Assessor Office
The Marin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk identifies, values, and maintains records for taxable properties throughout the county while administering assessment responsibilities required under California law. The office is currently led by Shelly Scott, who oversees property assessments, ownership record updates, and official assessment services for Marin County.
Services Provided by the Marin County Assessor
- Property assessments for residential and commercial parcels
- Ownership and deed record updates
- Assessed value reviews
- Homeowners' Exemption processing
- Business property assessments
- Parcel and assessor map assistance
- Property ownership and assessment record requests
- (415) 473-7215
- assessor@marincounty.gov
- (415) 473-3645
Marin County Real Estate Market Trends (2025–2026)
Marin County’s real estate market saw continued movement throughout 2025 and 2026, with home values, property sales, lending activity, and foreclosure trends changing at different points during the period. These factors offer a broader view of how the county’s housing market developed over time.
Marin County Housing Market Trends (2025–2026)
The graph illustrates how home prices, lending activity, sales volume, and foreclosure trends shifted across Marin County between 2025 and 2026.
Median Home Prices Continued to Reach New Highs
Median sales prices increased from $1,595,000 in January 2025 to $1,700,300 in June, reaching $1,863,500 in May 2026 before easing to $1,623,000 in July, showing a volatile market.
Buyers Needed Larger Down Payments
Median down payments rose from $319,000 in January 2025 to $340,060 in June, reaching $372,700 in May 2026 before declining to $324,600 in July, reflecting substantial buyer costs.
Home Sales Remained Strong Throughout Spring
Homes sold increased from 115 in January 2025 to 255 in May, while 2026 reached 305 sales in May before easing to 260 in July, reflecting strong market activity.
Purchase and Refinance Loans Followed Different Trends
Purchase loans increased from 92 in January 2025 to 204 in May, reaching 244 in May 2026 before declining to 208 in July. Refinance loans followed a different pattern.
HELOC Activity Reflected Growing Home Equity
HELOC loans increased from 64 in January 2025 to 93 in May, reaching 98 in May 2026 before declining to 87 in July, indicating continued home-equity borrowing activity.
Foreclosure Filings and Starts Increased Gradually
Foreclosure filings rose from 14 in January 2025 to 19 in October, then reached 25 in June 2026 before easing to 24 in July. Foreclosure starts similarly increased.
Completed Foreclosures Stayed Relatively Low
How the Marin County Property Search Tool Works
The Marin County Property Checker makes it easy to locate public property records throughout Marin County. Whether you’re researching a home, verifying ownership, reviewing tax assessments, or gathering information before buying or investing, simply choose a search method, enter the available details, and explore the matching property records in seconds.
If you know the property owner’s name but not the address, this search option is an excellent starting point. Enter the owner’s first and last name to find matching parcels associated with that individual or business. This method is especially useful for ownership verification, estate research, and locating properties held under a person’s name.
Searching by property address is the quickest way to retrieve a specific property record. Enter the street number and name to access available public information such as ownership history, assessed value, parcel details, building characteristics, tax information, and recorded property data associated with that address.
Every property in Marin County is assigned a unique Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN). If you already have the parcel number from tax bills, legal documents, or county records, use it to locate the exact property record quickly and avoid confusion with similar addresses or owner names.
Use the ZIP Code search when researching multiple properties within the same area. This option helps homeowners, investors, real estate professionals, and researchers identify parcels located in a particular postal zone, making neighborhood comparisons and market analysis more efficient.
Select a city within Marin County to browse available property records in that community. Whether you’re researching homes in San Rafael, Novato, Mill Valley, Tiburon, or another local jurisdiction, this search narrows results to properties located within the selected city.
Advanced Search combines multiple filters to deliver more accurate results. Search using a combination of owner name, address, APN, city, ZIP Code, or other available criteria to quickly identify the correct property. This option is ideal for professionals, investors, title researchers, and users working with limited property information.
What Information Can You Find?
Each Marin County property record combines public information from multiple sources to provide a clearer understanding of a parcel. Depending on record availability, you can review ownership, assessment, location, tax, and building information before making real estate or investment decisions.
Property Identification & Ownership Details
Understand the property’s identity and ownership through essential parcel records.
- Assessor's Parcel Number (APN)
- Current owner information
- Ownership history when available
- Property use identification
- Legal parcel description
- Public record reference numbers
Property Location & Parcel Information
Review where the property is located and how the parcel is identified geographically.
- Property street address
- City and ZIP Code
- Parcel boundaries
- GIS mapping availability
- Neighborhood location
- Land parcel size
Building Characteristics & Improvements
Learn about the physical features and improvements associated with the property.
- Year the structure was built
- Living area square footage
- Number of bedrooms
- Number of bathrooms
- Building type
- Total structures or units
Assessment, Market Value & Appraisal Data
Review valuation information used for local property tax assessments.
- Assessed land value
- Improvement value
- Total assessed value
- Assessment year
- Base year assessment
- Historical assessment information
Property Taxes & Available Exemptions
Access information that helps property owners understand tax obligations.
- Annual property tax details
- Tax rate area
- Assessment district information
- Homeowners' Exemption status
- Tax bill references
- Assessment-related public records
Classification, Sales History & Public Records
Explore additional public information related to property use and recorded documents.
- Property classification
- Residential or commercial use
- Recorded sales history
- Document recording dates
- Land use category
- Publicly available county records
Communities Served in Marin County
Marin County includes a mix of incorporated cities, towns, and well-known unincorporated communities. Whether you’re searching for a waterfront home, rural acreage, or suburban residence, the California Property Checker can help you locate property records throughout the county.
San Rafael
Novato
Mill Valley
Sausalito
Larkspur
Corte Madera
San Anselmo
Fairfax
Ross
Belvedere
Tiburon
Woodacre
Point Reyes Station
Stinson Beach
Bolinas
Dillon Beach
Inverness
Inverness Park
Olema
Marshall
Nicasio
Forest Knolls
Forest Knolls
San Geronimo
Kentfield
Greenbrae
Strawberry
Tamalpais-Homestead Valley
Marin City
Lucas Valley-Marinwood
Sleepy Hollow
Alto
Black Point-Green Point
Muir Beach
Muir Woods area
Nearby California Counties
Marin County borders several Northern California counties, making it a key location for regional property research. If you own property, are planning to relocate, or invest across county lines, these neighboring counties are also worth exploring.
Marin County Property & County Information
| Property & County Information | Marin County Details |
|---|---|
| County | Marin County |
| State | California (CA) |
| County Seat | San Rafael |
| Incorporated Cities | 11 Incorporated Cities and Towns |
| Population | Approximately 260,000 Residents |
| Property Records | Available Through the Marin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk |
| Median Home Value | Approximately $1.63 Million |
| Property Tax Information | Administered Under California Proposition 13 and Local Tax Districts |
| Assessment System | Annual Assessment Administered by the County Assessor Under California Law |
| Primary Property Types | Single-Family Residential, Condominium, Commercial, Agricultural and Vacant Land |
| Major Property Uses | Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Agricultural, Recreational and Public Use |
| School Districts | Multiple Public School Districts Serving Marin County Communities |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time (PT) |
| Flood Zone | FEMA Flood Hazard Maps Available for Eligible Properties |
| Search Methods | Owner Name, Property Address, APN, ZIP Code, City and Advanced Search |
| Available Records | Ownership, Parcel Details, Assessments, Tax Records, Sales History, GIS Data and Building Characteristics |
| Current Assessor | Shelly Scott |
| Official Records Source | Marin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk |
| GIS Availability | Yes, County GIS Mapping Resources Are Available |
| County-Specific Property Feature | Extensive Coastal, Hillside and Waterfront Parcels with Detailed GIS Mapping and Environmental Planning Information |
FAQ's
How can I search property records in Marin County, California?
You can search Marin County property records using the California Property Checker by entering an owner name, property address, Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN), ZIP Code, or city. If you have limited information, the Advanced Search option lets you combine multiple filters to narrow your results and locate the correct property more efficiently.
Can I search Marin County property records by owner name?
Yes. If you know the current property owner’s name, you can use the Owner Name search to locate associated property records. Depending on publicly available information, search results may include parcel details, ownership information, assessed values, tax data, building characteristics, and recorded property information.
What is an APN, and why is it useful for property searches?
An Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) is a unique identification number assigned to every taxable parcel in Marin County. Searching by APN is one of the most accurate ways to locate a specific property because each parcel has its own unique number, eliminating confusion between similar addresses or owner names.
What property information is available through the Marin County Property Search tool?
Available records may include property ownership, parcel identification, assessed land and improvement values, tax information, sales history, building details, legal descriptions, GIS mapping, property classification, recording dates, and other publicly accessible county property records, depending on data availability.
Can I search properties by address in Marin County?
Yes. Entering a complete or partial property address is one of the quickest ways to locate a parcel. Address searches typically return ownership details, parcel information, assessed values, tax records, building characteristics, and other available public records connected with that property.
Does the tool provide Marin County property tax information?
Yes. Property records may include assessment-related information and tax details available through public records. Homeowners, buyers, and investors can review assessed values and tax-related information to better understand annual property tax obligations before purchasing or researching a property.
Is GIS mapping available for Marin County properties?
Yes. Many Marin County property records include GIS-related information that helps identify parcel boundaries and property locations. GIS mapping is especially helpful for landowners, developers, surveyors, and real estate professionals who need a better understanding of parcel layouts and surrounding properties.
Can I use the tool to research investment properties in Marin County?
Absolutely. Investors can compare assessed values, ownership records, sales history, property characteristics, and location information before making purchasing decisions. Having multiple public record sources available in one place makes property research faster and more convenient.
How often is Marin County property information updated?
Property information is updated whenever new public records become available from official county sources. Updates may include ownership changes, recorded documents, assessment revisions, parcel information, and other property-related records released by the county throughout the year.
Who can benefit from using the Marin County Property Search tool?
The tool is designed for homeowners, prospective buyers, real estate agents, investors, appraisers, attorneys, title professionals, researchers, surveyors, and anyone needing quick access to publicly available Marin County property records. It provides an efficient way to research parcels without manually searching multiple public databases.