County Public Records
Horry County Public Records
Search deeds and liens, property and tax data, civil filings, probate files, and vital-record routes for Horry County, with clear search inputs and certified-copy request paths.
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Horry County, South Carolina
Core Offices
Register of Deeds; Assessor; Treasurer/Auditor; Clerk of Court; Probate Court; State Vital Records
Common Search Fields
Grantor/Grantee, Book/Page, Parcel (TMS/PIN), Situs Address, Case Number, Decedent Name
Where To Start
- Start with the Horry County Register of Deeds to locate deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats by grantor/grantee or book/page, then request certified copies as needed.
- Check the Horry County Assessor parcel record to confirm owner name, situs address, legal description, and assessed values tied to the parcel ID.
- Use the Horry County Treasurer/Auditor tax lookup to verify tax due, payment status, and bill history by parcel or owner.
- Search the Horry County Clerk of Court docket for civil judgments or case filings that may affect property or parties.
- Confirm state-held birth and death certificates through South Carolina Vital Records when a certified vital record is required.
Record Routing
- Deeds, Mortgages, and Plats → Register of Deeds
- Property Ownership and Assessment → Assessor
- Property Tax Bills and Payments → Treasurer/Auditor
- Civil Judgments and Case Files → Clerk of Court
- Estates, Wills, and Guardianships → Probate Court
Search Inputs
- Grantor/Grantee Name
- Book and Page
- Parcel Number (TMS/PIN)
- Situs Address
- Case Number or Judgment Index
- Decedent or Estate Name
Source Map
| Source / Office | Best For | Search Method | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horry County Register of Deeds | Deeds, mortgages, releases, plats, and recorded property liens | Grantor/grantee name, book/page, legal description | This is the county recording authority for land records in Horry County and the source for certified copies of recorded instruments. |
| Horry County Assessor | Ownership, parcel characteristics, situs address, legal description, assessed values | Parcel number (TMS/PIN), owner name, situs address | Links recorded transfers to current parcels and values used across Horry County property data. |
| Horry County Treasurer/Auditor (Tax) | Tax bills, payment status, receipts, delinquency | Parcel/TMS, owner name, bill year or number | Provides official tax status for parcels in Horry County, necessary for lien clearance and closing checks. |
| Horry County Clerk of Court | Civil case dockets, judgments, and lien-related court filings | Case number, party name, judgment index | Judgments recorded through the court can affect parties and real property in Horry County. |
| Horry County Probate Court | Estate, will, and guardianship files; probate case records | Decedent name, estate/case number | Estate proceedings impact title transfers and heirship matters for property in Horry County. |
| South Carolina Vital Records (State) | Certified birth and death certificates | Registrant name, date, place, and qualifying details | State-issued vital certificates are often required to support filings and estate matters involving Horry County residents. |
Horry County Access FAQs
How do I obtain a certified copy of a deed in Horry County?
Identify the book/page or grantor and grantee, then request a certified copy from the Horry County Register of Deeds; that office issues certified recorded documents.
Where do I verify whether Horry County property taxes are paid?
Use the Horry County Treasurer/Auditor to check parcel tax bills and payment status by parcel number or owner, and request a payment receipt if needed.
I only have a street address—how can I find the matching parcel and records?
Start with the Horry County Assessor to convert the situs address to a parcel (TMS/PIN), then use that identifier in Register of Deeds and tax searches.