Clallam County Property Search: Records, Taxes & GIS

Clallam County, Washington · Assessor parcels, Auditor documents, taxes, maps and permits

Find a Parcel, Tax Record, Map or Deed

Search Clallam County property by owner name, street address, Property ID, Geographic ID or advanced land criteria, then open the detailed parcel record to review value, taxes, buildings, land, maps, sales and taxing jurisdictions.

The important local distinction is that the Assessor maintains property assessments and parcel records, the Treasurer collects property taxes, and the Auditor records deeds and other permanent land documents. The sections below connect those systems into one practical workflow.

State correction: Clallam County is in Washington State, not Ohio. Publishing the page as “Clallam County Auditor, OH” would be geographically incorrect and could send users to the wrong property-tax rules.

Quick answer: use the Assessor & Treasurer Property Search first

The county’s shared Property Search is the fastest starting point for a parcel. Search by owner, property address, Property ID or Geographic ID, open the detailed record, save both identifiers, then move to the Auditor only when you need the actual recorded deed, mortgage, survey, plat or other land document.

1 Locate the parcel Start with one broad search field.
2 Open View Details Review tax, value, land and improvements.
3 Save both IDs Property Number and Geographic ID are different.
4 Move to the next office Treasurer, Auditor, GIS, permits or BOE.

Clallam County property facts

Assessor Pam Rushton
Assessor phone 360-417-2400
Auditor Shoona Riggs
Auditor phone 360-417-2568
Recording help 360-417-2220
Treasurer 360-417-2344
Geo Parcel ID Normally 12–16 digits
First-half taxes April 30 deadline has passed
Second half Regular date October 31
Main courthouse 223 E. 4th St., Port Angeles

Choose the task you actually need

This guide is organised around property-owner and buyer actions instead of a generic government-link directory.

Avoid the wrong county office

Assessor vs Auditor vs Treasurer

Who controls each Clallam County property task?
Your task
Correct office
What it provides
Important limit
Find owner, address, parcel or assessed value
Assessor
Assessment roll, ownership display, legal/building descriptions, land, values and parcel maps.
The owner display does not replace the recorded deed.
See taxes due or payments made
Treasurer
Current and prior-year tax details, payment status, interest and penalty information.
The Treasurer does not set property value.
Find a deed or mortgage
Auditor Recording Division
Recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, surveys, plats and related public documents.
An online image is not necessarily a certified copy.
Check an approximate parcel location
Assessor / County GIS
Parcel maps, geographic data and public map services.
Not a legal survey.
Check permit or septic history
Community Development / Permit Portal
Building permits, septic records and development-review cases.
Not every older scanned document is available online.
Challenge the assessed value
Board of Equalization
Independent assessment-review petition and hearing.
It does not decide whether a levy or tax rate is fair.
Senior/disabled exemption
Assessor
Eligibility review and property-tax exemption/deferral applications.
Income thresholds vary by tax year.
Practical rule: Start with the Assessor/Treasurer parcel system. Use the Auditor after you have the parcel and need the recorded legal document.
Clallam-specific parcel decoder

Property Number is not the same as the parcel number

This is one of the most important local details to understand. The Clallam search system contains both a shorter Property Number and a Geographic ID / Geo Parcel Number.

How Clallam County parcel identifiers work
Identifier
Format
What it means
Search tip
Property Number
Generally 5+ digits
Property/account identifier used by the system.
Do not enter it assuming it is the geographic parcel number.
Geographic ID
12–16 digits
Geo Parcel Number used to describe parcel geography and subdivisions.
Keep leading zeros.
First 6 digits
2 + 2 + 2 digits
Township, range and section.
Can also support Township/Range/Section searching.
Next 6 digits
3 + 3 digits
Map coordinates used in the parcel-number system.
Together with the first 6, this forms the common 12-digit core.
Final 4 digits
0000, 1000, 2001 etc.
Additional parcel description when a parcel requires subdivision or special identification.
Try the extended number if the 12-digit search returns none.
3000+ endings
Special final-four-digit values
Can identify special property such as condominium units, boathouses or reservation lands.
Do not remove these digits from a known special parcel.
Local search fix: If a 12-digit Geographic ID returns “None found,” the county specifically recommends trying the same number with an ending such as 1000 or 2001. Further divided parcels may use 2002, 2003 and similar endings.
Failed-search recovery

No property result? Follow this order

Street spelling may differ Search only the first few letters. A partial term such as “Fair” can catch alternate spellings.
Road name is abbreviated Try forms such as “Blue Mtn” instead of spelling the complete road name.
Highway property does not appear Enter “HWY 101” or “HWY 112” rather than Highway 101 or US 101.
12-digit Geo ID failed Re-enter it with leading zeros and try an appropriate four-digit parcel ending.
Condo or boathouse record Special parcel IDs may use endings of 3000 or higher.
Recent sale Search the former owner and check the Auditor’s document index for the recorded deed.
New parcel division Search the parent parcel or Township/Range/Section while the new parcel information is being processed.
Search page itself errors Report the error to the Assessor and describe exactly what happens when the page loads.
Assessor call script “I am trying to locate the property at [address]. I have [owner name, Property Number or Geographic ID]. I tried [search method] and received [no results/error]. Can you confirm the correct parcel number and search format?”
Result-field decoder

What each detailed property section tells you

Clallam Assessor & Treasurer property-detail sections
Section
What to review
Useful next action
Property
Owner, address, account identifiers and basic parcel information.
Confirm you selected the correct parcel.
Pay Tax Due
Taxes available to select for payment.
Check each intended tax/year before adding to the payment cart.
Taxes and Assessment Details
Current and prior-year assessments and tax information.
Use for paid-tax research and current balance questions.
Values
Land, improvement and assessed-value information.
Compare with Notice of Value before appealing.
Taxing Jurisdiction
Tax districts applying to the parcel.
Explains why similar properties can have different tax rates.
Improvement / Building
Structures and appraisal characteristics.
Report material factual errors to the Assessor.
Sketch
Appraisal sketch associated with improvements.
Compare approximate shape and recorded dimensions with the property.
Property Image
County appraisal image where available.
Check whether visible improvements have changed.
Land
Land classification and valuation information.
Check current-use or land-description issues.
Roll Value History
Prior assessment history.
Understand how value changed across years.
Deed and Sales History
Transfers and sale-related clues.
Move to Auditor Document Search for the actual recorded instrument.
Payout Agreement
Available account-specific payout information where applicable.
Contact the Treasurer before assuming eligibility or payoff terms.

How Clallam assesses real property

Washington requires taxable property to be valued at 100% of true and fair market value. Clallam County describes three principal appraisal approaches: sales comparison, cost and income capitalization.

Sales Comparison

Common for residential property and based on multiple comparable market transactions rather than one sale alone.

Cost Approach

Estimates replacement cost of improvements, less depreciation, plus estimated land value.

Income Approach

Used where income-producing capacity is relevant to market value.

Current 2026 tax status

First-half taxes are late; second half is still ahead

First half April 30, 2026

Deadline has passed.

Interest Started May 1

1% monthly under the county’s published rule.

First penalty June 1

3% on delinquent current-year taxes.

Second half October 31 rule

Weekend rule applies in 2026.

2026 calendar detail: October 31, 2026 falls on a Saturday. Clallam County states that when April 30 or October 31 falls on a weekend or state holiday, the deadline moves to the next business day. Verify the live account before relying on any calculated cutoff.
If your first half is still unpaid: Do not calculate the payoff yourself. Interest is account- and timing-sensitive. The county also imposes current-year penalties under its published schedule. Call the Treasurer for an exact balance.

Important tax rules

Clallam County tax-payment rules
Situation
Published rule
What to do
Annual tax under $50
Due in full April 30.
Do not split into two installments.
Annual tax $50 or more
May be paid half by April 30 and half by October 31.
Check weekend/holiday adjustment.
First half delinquent
Interest starts May 1 at 1% monthly based on the full-year tax due.
Get the exact current balance from Treasurer.
June 1 delinquency
3% penalty on delinquent current-year taxes.
Do not rely on the original tax statement amount.
December 1 delinquency
Published 8% penalty applies to delinquent current-year taxes.
Confirm current payoff before payment.
Tax statement not received
Failure to receive a statement does not waive responsibility to pay.
Contact Treasurer if statement is missing by March 1.
Recently purchased property
Taxes follow the parcel, not the taxpayer.
Check delinquent taxes before and after closing.

Pay online through the parcel record

Find the property Search the official Assessor/Treasurer database.
Open View Details Confirm the parcel and owner.
Scroll to Pay Tax Due Review the tax years and amounts available.
Select the exact taxes you intend to pay Check each applicable box.
Proceed to the payment cart Review the parcel and payment amount again.
Review the vendor fee Electronic convenience fees are charged by the third-party payment provider and can change.
Save confirmation Keep the payment date, parcel ID, amount and transaction confirmation.

Other electronic payment option

The Treasurer also lists ACI phone payments at 800-272-9829 using Clallam County jurisdiction code 5603. Debit, credit and e-check transactions carry third-party service fees.

Treasurer call script “I am calling about parcel [Geographic ID/Property Number]. The first-half deadline has passed. Can you give me the exact current amount due, including interest or penalties, and confirm the safest payment method?”
Market research

Search sales and comparable properties

Clallam County provides a separate Sales Search with unusually detailed filters. Use it when reviewing an assessment, buying property or comparing similar land and improvements.

Residential, commercial, farm or mobile home
Land-only sale
Multi-property sale
Improvement type and style
Quality
Living-area range
Year-built range
Price range
Acreage range
Sale-date range
Local/state land-use code
Tax code area or tax district
Zoning
Subdivision or condo
Comparable-sales rule: State law values property at true and fair market value. Choose similar market transactions rather than simply selecting the lowest sale prices.
Auditor land records

Find a deed, mortgage, lien, survey or plat

The Clallam County Auditor’s Recording Division is the custodian of land records. Real-estate documents become permanent public records after recording.

Search recorded documents

Start with the Assessor parcel Save owner names, parcel number, sale date and deed clues.
Open the Auditor Online Document Search Enable cookies and JavaScript if the search interface does not function correctly.
Search the recorded parties or document clues Try grantor, grantee and other known recording information.
Open the document image Compare names, recording details, legal description and parcel references.
Use the free image for research Online images are public-service copies but are not certified as true copies.
Order a certified copy when required Call Recording at 360-417-2220 when a lender, court or other recipient requires certification.

Documents recorded by the Auditor

Deeds and other real-estate documents
Mortgages and deeds of trust
Liens and releases
Surveys
Short plats
Plats
Condominium records
Large lot subdivisions

Current recording and copy fees

Clallam County Auditor fee schedule effective July 27, 2025
Service
Published fee
Important note
Standard recording
$303.50 first page
$1 each additional page.
Deed of Trust
$304.50 first page
$1 each additional page.
Non-standard document
$50 additional
Added to the normal applicable recording fee.
Survey / Short Plat
$423.50 first page
Survey additional pages are $5 each.
Certified copy
$3 first page
$1 each additional page.
Regular copy
$1 first page
$1 each additional page.
Map copy
$5 per page
Confirm size and certification needs before ordering.

Avoid a rejected recording

3-inch top margin on first page
1-inch side and bottom margins
Return address
Document title
Reference numbers being assigned or released
Grantor and grantee names
Abbreviated legal description
Assessor tax parcel number
Additional pages with 1-inch margins
Maximum paper size 8.5 × 14 inches
Text at least 8-point size
No taped, stapled or glued attachments

A first page that does not meet the first-page information standard can require a Recorder’s cover sheet. Documents failing other requirements may be returned for reformatting.

Maps and GIS

Use parcel maps for research—not legal boundaries

Clallam County’s Geospatial Portal is the county’s central location for web map services and downloadable geographic data. Use it to understand location and geographic context after identifying the parcel.

Find the parcel first Save the 12- to 16-digit Geographic ID.
Open the county GIS portal Choose the map application related to the question you are researching.
Search the parcel or address Confirm that the map and Assessor record refer to the same property.
Turn on only relevant layers Additional map layers can help with planning or environmental research.
Use deeds, plats and surveys for exact boundaries Do not measure a fence or construction setback from the online parcel line.
Buyer warning: Parcel shape does not establish buildability. Before purchasing undeveloped property, separately investigate access, zoning, critical areas, water, septic, permits, easements and recorded restrictions.
Buyer and homeowner due diligence

Search building, development and septic records

Clallam County’s current Permit Portal can be used for building permits, septic permits and development-review cases. This is a separate dataset from the Assessor property record.

Permit-search workflow

Copy the parcel’s first 12 Geo ID digits Permit and septic records may use the parcel number without the final four-digit extension.
Open the Permit Portal Use the public records-search option before creating an application.
Search by address and parcel number Try both when an older permit is difficult to find.
Open attached permit documents Review permit status, plans, septic records and available inspection information.
Request missing records The county warns that not all septic and older permit documents have been scanned.
Septic-system tip: Clallam County says septic permits and record drawings should be available as attached documents for many properties, but the online database underwent a major transition in 2024 and some records remain incomplete online.
Board of Equalization

Challenge an assessed value the right way

Current status: The 2025–2026 petition deadline has ended. Clallam County states that the next real-property petition opportunity will occur in fall 2026 after the 2026–2027 Notices of Value are mailed.

The recurring deadline rule

A complete appeal is due by the later of July 1 of the assessment year or 30 days after the Assessor mails the Notice of Value. The actual Notice of Value should be used to calculate the property-specific deadline.

Contact the Assessor first Many factual or valuation questions can be addressed without a formal petition.
Review the Notice of Value Compare land and improvement values with the current property record.
Collect market evidence Comparable sales are one of the strongest indicators cited by the Board.
Prepare a complete petition Include all required parcel and value information.
Attach the Notice of Value when required The county says a petition submitted after July 1 must include the Notice of Value.
Submit additional evidence early Additional evidence must reach both the Board and Assessor at least 21 business days before the scheduled hearing.
Continue paying taxes Do not stop paying while the valuation appeal is pending.

Evidence that directly addresses value

Comparable arm’s-length sales
Professional appraisal
Recent purchase documents
Photos of condition problems
Contractor cost-to-cure estimates
Measurements or building corrections
Land-use or access limitations
Relevant permits or damage records
Value can go up: The Board of Equalization can sustain, lower or raise the assessment so that it reflects 100% of true and fair market value.
Board contact

360-417-2330

Board office
223 E. 4th Street
Suite 4
Port Angeles, WA 98362
Typical hearings

Wednesdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

After the hearing: Decisions are generally mailed within about 45 days. A further appeal to the Washington State Board of Tax Appeals generally must be filed within 30 calendar days after the BOE decision is mailed.
Exemptions, deferrals and current use

Check programs that can reduce or defer property tax

Senior and disabled exemption: 2026 thresholds

Clallam County income levels for taxes collected in 2026
Level
Combined disposable income
Published benefit structure
Level 1
$33,000 or less
Highest level of published levy and assessed-value relief.
Level 2
$40,000 or less
Intermediate assessed-value reduction plus excess-levy relief.
Level 3
$46,000 or less
Published exemption from qualifying excess levies.

Applicants generally must also satisfy age/disability, ownership and primary-residence requirements. For age-based eligibility, the county lists age 61 by December 31 of the assessment year.

New expanded benefits begin with 2027 taxes

Upcoming thresholds: For the 2027 tax year, the county currently lists Level 1 at $47,000, Level 2 at $55,000 and Level 3 at $63,000, using qualifying 2026 income.

30% Home Improvement Exemption

An owner-occupied primary residence may qualify for a three-year exemption from tax on up to 30% of the value added by qualifying improvements such as remodeling, additions, decks, patios or garages.

Timing matters: The application must be filed with the Assessor before the improvement is completed. Ordinary maintenance is not treated as a qualifying physical improvement.

Current Use classification

Possible qualifying land
  • Commercial agricultural land
  • Open space land
  • Forest/timber land
Important rules
  • Application generally due by December 31 for the following year
  • Forest classification can apply to parcels greater than five acres devoted to timber growth and harvest
  • Withdrawal or non-compliance can create additional tax, interest or penalties

Destroyed property and deferral programs

The Assessor also publishes forms for destroyed-property assessment reductions, senior/disabled tax deferral, limited-income homeowner deferral and other qualifying property-tax exemptions.

Business-property owners

Personal property has different filing rules

Machinery, equipment, furniture, fixtures and supplies used in commercial, industrial or agricultural activity can be taxable personal property even when they are not part of the real estate.

Annual affidavit

Businesses using taxable personal property generally file a personal-property affidavit by April 30.

If first half becomes delinquent

Clallam County says the half-payment option is lost and the full year’s personal-property tax becomes due.

Business sold or closed

Contact the Assessor immediately about an advance tax request and calculation.

Not everything is taxable personal property: Business inventory, household goods and personal effects are generally exempt from Washington property tax under the county’s published explanation.
Phones, addresses and office routing

Clallam County property contacts

Contact the office that can complete your task
Office
Use it for
Contact
Hours / location
Assessor
Parcel search, values, ownership display, exemptions, current use and assessment corrections.
223 E. 4th St., Suite 2, Port Angeles, WA 98362
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Auditor
Recording, land documents, elections and licensing.
223 E. 4th St., Suite 1, Port Angeles, WA 98362
Monday–Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Recording Division
Deeds, mortgages, certified copies, surveys and plats.
223 E. 4th St., Suite 1, Port Angeles, WA 98362
Monday–Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Treasurer
Tax balance, payments, interest, penalties and receipts.
223 E. 4th St., Suite 3, Port Angeles, WA 98362
Phone 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; lobby 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Board of Equalization
Assessment appeals and exemption/classification petitions.
223 E. 4th St., Suite 4, Port Angeles, WA 98362
GIS
County map services and geospatial data.
Use the county Geospatial Portal for online map access.
One call script for almost any property question “I am contacting you about property [Property Number / Geographic ID] at [address]. I need help with [assessment, taxes, deed, map, permit, exemption or appeal]. The online record currently shows [brief fact]. Which official record, form or office should I use next?”
Accuracy and due diligence

What an online property search cannot prove

Useful for
  • Finding a parcel
  • Checking owner display
  • Reviewing assessed value
  • Checking taxes and taxing districts
  • Finding transfer history
  • Starting permit and map research
Get additional verification for
  • Legal ownership and marketable title
  • Exact boundary locations
  • Easements and restrictions
  • Buildability
  • Septic feasibility
  • Critical-area or land-use approvals
Buyer reminder: A low tax-title price, attractive parcel map or vacant-land listing does not establish that a property is buildable or free of easements, wetlands, access issues, title problems or development restrictions.
Ten practical answers

Clallam County property search FAQs

Is Clallam County in Ohio?

No. Clallam County is in Washington State on the Olympic Peninsula. Property assessment and parcel searches are handled by the Clallam County Assessor, while the County Auditor records deeds and other land documents.

How do I search Clallam County property records?

Use the official Clallam County Assessor and Treasurer Property Search. It supports owner name, property address, Property ID, Geographic ID, business name and several advanced parcel-search criteria.

What is the difference between Property ID and Geographic ID in Clallam County?

The Property Number is generally a shorter account-style identifier and is not the same as the parcel number. The Geographic ID is the parcel or Geo Parcel Number, normally represented by 12 to 16 digits.

Why can I not find a Highway 101 or Highway 112 property?

Clallam County’s official search tips say Highway 101 and Highway 112 addresses should be searched using HWY 101 or HWY 112. Searching only part of a road name can also help when the county record uses an abbreviation.

When are Clallam County property taxes due in 2026?

First-half 2026 taxes were due April 30. The regular second-half date is October 31, but October 31, 2026 falls on a Saturday, so under the county’s weekend rule the deadline moves to the next business day. Verify the live account before paying.

Where can I find a Clallam County deed or mortgage?

Use the Clallam County Auditor Online Document Search. The Auditor’s Recording Division is the custodian of land records and records real estate documents, surveys, short plats, plats, condominiums and large lot subdivisions.

Are Clallam County online parcel lines legal boundaries?

No. Parcel and GIS maps are useful research tools but should not replace a recorded deed, survey, plat or professional boundary survey when exact property boundaries matter.

How do I appeal a Clallam County property assessment?

Contact the Assessor first. If the disagreement remains, file a complete petition with the Clallam County Board of Equalization by the later of July 1 of the assessment year or 30 days after the Notice of Value was mailed.

What are the 2026 Clallam County senior and disabled exemption income levels?

For taxes collected in 2026, the county lists Level 1 at $33,000 or less, Level 2 at $40,000 or less and Level 3 at $46,000 or less. Different higher thresholds are scheduled beginning with the 2027 tax year.

Who should I contact about a Clallam County property-tax payment?

Contact the Clallam County Treasurer at 360-417-2344 for tax balances, payment posting, delinquency and payment questions. Contact the Assessor at 360-417-2400 for property value and assessment questions.

Information checked August 7, 2026: Property-search fields and parcel-number rules, Assessor/Auditor/Treasurer responsibilities, office contacts, 2026 property-tax timing, payment instructions, recording fees and document standards, Board of Equalization procedures, exemption thresholds, current-use rules, permits and septic-record guidance were checked against official Clallam County sources.
Ohio Auditor Tools · Tax Year 2026

10 Ohio Property Tax Calculators & Auditor Tools

Built specifically for Ohio's 35% assessment ratio, current DTE forms, and 2026 Homestead, Owner-Occupancy, CAUV, Conveyance Fee, and Board of Revision rules. Every number reflects verified Ohio Department of Taxation amounts.

Homestead: $29,000 Enhanced Vet: $58,000 OAGI limit: $41,000 Assessment: 35% of market BOR filing: Free · DTE 1

Annual Tax Bill Estimator

OHIO

Applies Ohio's 35% assessment ratio plus your county's effective millage tier — the actual math your auditor uses.

Pick a county tier and enter your market value.

Homestead Reduction Calculator

DTE 105A

2026 Ohio Homestead: $29,000 general or $58,000 enhanced (100% disabled vet, KIA spouse). OAGI under $41,000 required for non-veteran applicants.

Pick your situation and enter your home value.

Owner-Occupancy & Non-Business Credits

DTE 105C

Every Ohio owner-occupied home qualifies for the 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit plus the automatic 10% Non-Business Credit. Most owners don't realize these stack.

Enter your annual tax to see both credit amounts.

Conveyance Fee Calculator

ORC 322

When you sell or transfer Ohio property, the auditor collects $1 state + up to $3 county per $1,000, plus $0.50 per parcel. Counties choose their rate.

Enter sale price and pick your county rate.

CAUV Agricultural Savings

DTE 109

Ohio's Current Agricultural Use Value cuts taxable value dramatically for farmland (10+ acres, or smaller with $2,500+ annual gross income).

Enter both market and CAUV values to see savings.

Mill Rate Converter

Ohio tax rates appear three ways on auditor sites: mills, percent, or dollars per $1,000. Convert between them instantly.

Enter a rate to see all three forms.

Parcel Number Cleaner

Ohio's 88 counties each format parcels differently — Franklin uses 010-123456-00, Cuyahoga uses 001-23-456, Hamilton uses 100-0001-0001-00. Auto-detects.

Paste any Ohio county parcel to format it.

35% Ratio Sanity Check

Ohio law sets taxable value at 35% of market value. If yours is significantly higher, you're a strong BOR appeal candidate.

Enter both values to compare against Ohio's 35% target.

BOR Appeal Savings

DTE 1

A successful Board of Revision complaint typically cuts your value 10–20%. Filing is free and stays in effect until the next reappraisal.

Enter your tax bill and reduction estimate.

BOR Deadline Countdown

MAR 31

Ohio's statutory Board of Revision filing deadline is March 31 for the prior tax year. Miss it and you wait until next year — no extensions.

Set your deadline to start the countdown.

Verify with the official Ohio source

These calculators use the verified 2026 Ohio Department of Taxation amounts and statutory rules. For your exact bill, exemption status, and county-specific deadlines, always confirm with your county auditor and the Ohio Revised Code:

Estimates use Ohio's 35% statutory assessment ratio and effective tax rate tiers averaged across major Ohio counties. Your actual bill depends on local school levies, voted millage, inside vs. outside millage splits, House Bill 920 reduction factors (HB 920), and special assessments. The 2026 Homestead general amount ($29,000) and enhanced amount ($58,000) reflect HB 187 inflation indexing — your county auditor's office may show slightly different transitional figures. Nothing here is legal or tax advice. CountyAuditors.org is an independent informational directory, not affiliated with any county government.

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