This guide helps you complete a Property Search in Pinellas County, Florida, using official county tools. It shows where to search by address, owner, parcel ID, subdivision or condo name, and where to check recorded documents.
For most parcel lookups, start with the Pinellas County Property Appraiser. If you need deeds or other recorded documents, use the Pinellas County Clerk’s official records system.
Quick Search | Pinellas County Property Appraiser
The main public search tool for property records is the Property Appraiser’s Quick Search. It supports real property lookups and also returns links to Clerk documents for deed-related records.
- Address
- Owner
- Parcel ID
- Sub/Condo
- My Location
Use the county search page to start your lookup: search Pinellas County property records.
- Open the Quick Search tool and choose the search field that matches what you have.
- Review the parcel results for owner name, parcel number, address, tax district, property use, legal information, map links, and last deed details.
- Open the parcel detail to view more property information and follow deed links when available.
Important: Quick Search covers the Property Appraiser database only. For complete official records, use the Clerk’s records system.
Official records and deed searches
If you need a deed, lien, instrument, or another recorded document, use the Clerk’s official records site. The Clerk system includes search options for Simple Search, Name, Instrument Number, Doc Type, Record Date, Consideration, Book/Page, Case Number, and Legal Description.
Go to the Clerk portal here: search Pinellas County official records.
The Clerk advises users to search proper names using spelling variations to broaden results. To view document images, open a search result. The site also notes that JavaScript and cookies must be enabled.
If you are looking for a recently recorded deed that does not yet appear on the Property Appraiser side, use the Clerk’s records site directly. The Property Appraiser states that deed links on its website typically become available within two weeks after recording in Pinellas County Official Records.
Advanced property search tools
If Quick Search is too broad, the Property Appraiser also offers Advanced Search and related tools for more detailed filtering. Advanced Search supports filters for property type, use code, square footage, year built, land size, waterfront, pool, sale type, sale date, sale price, subdivision or condo name, tax district, zip code, owner name, market value, assessed value, taxable value, and exemption or classification criteria.
For sales-based research, the Property Appraiser also provides a Comparable Sales Search with fields such as subject address, property type, waterfront, pool, sale date range, living area, year built, radius, zip code, and subdivision or condo name.
If you need map-based review, the county map search includes parcel selection, owner, address, strap or parcel lookup, sales layers, measurement tools, print or export options, and base map choices.
What you can confirm in a property search
A Pinellas County property search can help you confirm parcel identity and related records before you contact an office or request a document. Depending on the tool you use, search results may show owner names, parcel numbers, site addresses, tax district, subdivision or condo details, legal description, sales history, book and page references, property use, and map links.
You may also be able to review value and tax-related fields such as just value, assessed value, taxable value, exemptions, homestead status, and millage year. The Property Appraiser also points users to the tax district shown in the property summary when they need the correct building department.
Property Appraiser contacts
Use these offices if you need help with parcel, value, deed-link, mailing address, homestead, or property search questions.
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Pinellas County Property Appraiser
Phone: (727) 464-3207
Fax: (727) 464-3448
TTY: (727) 464-4062
Hours: 8AM TO 5PM (MON - FRI) - County Courthouse 315 Court Street 2nd Floor Clearwater, FL 33756
- North County Northside Square 29269 US Hwy 19 North Clearwater, FL 33761
- Mid County Co-located w/Tax Collector 13025 Starkey Rd Largo, FL 33773
- South County 2500 34th Street North 2nd Floor St. Petersburg, FL 33713
Common questions
How do I start a property search in Pinellas County?
Start with the Pinellas County Property Appraiser Quick Search. You can search by address, owner, parcel ID, subdivision or condo name, or your location.
Where do I find deeds and other recorded property documents?
Use the Pinellas County Clerk’s official records system for recorded documents such as deeds and liens. The Property Appraiser search can show deed links, but the Clerk site is the official records source.
What should I do if I cannot find a recently recorded deed in the property search?
Check the Clerk’s official records system directly. The Property Appraiser states that deed links on its website typically become available within two weeks after recording.
Can I search Pinellas County property records by legal description or book and page?
Yes. The Clerk’s official records portal includes Legal Description and Book/Page search options for official recorded documents.
What if a name search does not return the document I expect?
The Clerk advises users to search all possible spelling variations of proper names to improve results.
Who do I contact for property search or parcel questions?
For parcel, value, mailing address, homestead, or property search help, contact the Pinellas County Property Appraiser at (727) 464-3207 during 8AM TO 5PM (MON - FRI).