How to Search Wake County, North Carolina Records (Start Here)
Wake County, North Carolina — court records through the local court clerk, property through the county assessor or auditor, recorded documents through the recorder or clerk.
- Court cases: Check the local court clerk's office for case search availability.
- Property: County Assessor (or Auditor in Ohio) for values. Recorder for deeds and liens.
- Jail: County Sheriff for current inmate information.
Official government databases are listed below, organized by record type.
Property & Tax Records
Property & Tax Records
Wake County Property & GIS Maps
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Search this Wake County, North Carolina interactive GIS map service for property, environmental, electoral, administrative, public safety.
Wake County Recorded Documents
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Scroll down and select "search real estate records" on the lower right to search the Wake County.
Wake County Recorded Documents
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Scroll down and select "search real estate records" on the lower right to search the Wake County.
Business, Voter & Other
Wake County
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Browse the Wake County registered voter database by or search by name, address or registration # to view corresponding info, party, gender, race, DOB.
Wake County Foreclosures
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Use this Wake County, North Carolina Revenue Department service to browse for properties scheduled for foreclosure.
Wake County Ground Water Information
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Search this Ground Water Information Management System (GIMS) to get instant.
Wake County Restaurant Inspections
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Use this Wake County, North Carolina service to search for restaurant sanitation inspection results by establishment name, score range, zip code.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Wake County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Superior Court for court records in Wake County. Start at the Clerk of Superior Court's office for case lookups — North Carolina has no statewide court search portal.
Who handles property records in Wake County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the Register of Deeds. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Tax Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the County Tax Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Wake County? ▼
North Carolina handles vital records at the state level through NC DHHS Vital Records. Marriage licenses are issued locally by the Register of Deeds in Wake County.
Are Wake County records available online? ▼
Wake County has partial online coverage — 7 databases are listed on this page, covering property records, and business filings. Other record types may require an in-person visit or written request.
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