This guide helps users complete a property search in Kern County, California, including how to use the Kern County Assessor-Recorder search pages, parcel map tools, and related property data options.

The main public path is the Kern County Assessor Property Search. It lets users search by parcel identification details or address, with privacy limits on owner-name searches and owner-name display.

Use the search Kern County assessor property records page to look up property information by supported identifiers or address details.

Have one of these search details ready:

  • APN, entered as an 8- or 9-digit number with or without dashes
  • ATN, entered as a 10- or 11-digit number with or without dashes
  • Partial or complete street name, with an optional street number

For address searches, enter only the street name and optional street number. Do not enter the street type, city, or ZIP code.

  • Open the Kern County Assessor Property Search page.
  • Select the search method that matches the information you have.
  • Enter the APN, ATN, or address details in the accepted format.
  • Review the matching results and open the property record that fits your search.
  • Use the “Copy Link” option on the details page if you need a direct link to a specific property result.

Search limit: only the first 100 matching results are returned, so use more specific criteria if the property is not listed.

Owner-name and privacy limits

Kern County property searches are limited by California Government Code § 6254.21. Searches are allowed by APN, ATN, and address, not by owner name.

Search results do not include owner names. This means users should start with a parcel number, assessment tax number, or street information instead of trying to search by a person’s name.

The view Kern County assessor parcel maps page provides access to digitized parcel maps hosted by the Assessor’s Office.

Maps are provided in TIFF image format. Users can enter an APN with or without dashes. If the APN is valid but the map is not found, the page directs users to email the Webmaster.

From a property details page, the “View Parcel Map” link shows the parcel or tract map for that property.

Kern County also links to access ParcelQuest property search, a third-party service that is not owned or operated by the Kern County Assessor’s Office.

ParcelQuest Lite allows users to view parcel detail without a fee within stated limits. Users are limited to 50 searches and 25 parcel maps per month. Document images and reports may be purchased through ParcelQuest Lite and delivered by email attachment.

Assessment-use caution: maps available through ParcelQuest are prepared for assessment purposes and do not prove parcel legality or a valid building site.

Mapping and GIS resources

The Kern County Mapping & GIS page groups several map-related resources for property research, including Assessor’s Parcel Maps, Survey Maps, Assessor’s GIS Data, the County of Kern GEODAT GIS Portal, and the Interactive County Map.

  • Use Assessor’s Parcel Maps for digitized parcel map viewing.
  • Use Survey Maps for survey map collections hosted by Kern County Public Works.
  • Use County of Kern GEODAT for county GIS datasets, printed maps, web maps, and GIS applications.
  • Use the Interactive County Map for filters, searches, and map features.

Property search disclaimers

Kern County states that reasonable effort has been made to provide accurate maps and data, but accuracy is not guaranteed. Maps and associated data are provided without warranty, and the County of Kern assumes no responsibility arising from use of the information.

Assessor use codes are created and compiled for internal assessment purposes. The Kern County Assessor’s Office does not guarantee the accuracy of use codes and is not responsible for their use outside the office.

Kern County Assessor contact information

For property assessment questions or help with assessor records, contact the Kern County Assessor.

  • Assessor Office, 1115 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Phone: (661) 868-3485
    Email: assessor@kerncounty.com
    Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. except County Holidays
  • Assessor Real Property Fax Number
    Fax: (661) 868-3303

Common questions

Where do I search Kern County property records online?

Use the Kern County Assessor Property Search to look up property records by APN, ATN, or address details.

Can I search Kern County property records by owner name?

No. Kern County states that property searches are allowed by parcel identification numbers and address, not by owner name. Search results do not include owner names.

Enter a partial or complete street name with an optional street number. Do not enter the street type, city, or ZIP code.

Why am I not seeing the property in the first results?

The search returns only the first 100 matching results. Use more specific criteria, such as a fuller street name or parcel identifier, if the property is not listed.

Where can I find the parcel map for a Kern County property?

Use the Assessor’s Parcel Map Search, or open the property details page and use the “View Parcel Map” link when available.

No. Kern County states that maps available through ParcelQuest are prepared for assessment purposes only and do not indicate parcel legality or a valid building site.