Burlington County Public Records Search
Start here to route Burlington County searches: use the County Clerk for land records, then check assessments, probate with the Surrogate, and civil case indexes as needed.
On this page:
Start Here
- Start with the County Clerk index for deeds, mortgages, releases, and recorded maps
- Check property assessment and block/lot via the County Board of Taxation or municipal assessor
- Search business trade names filed with the County Clerk
- Request certified copies of recorded documents from the County Clerk when certification is required
- Route probate and estate file lookups to the Burlington County Surrogate
Record Routing
- Recorded land documents → County Clerk
- Business trade names → County Clerk
- Probate and estates → County Surrogate
- Property assessment and tax maps → County Board of Taxation
- Civil case files and judgments → State Judiciary (Superior Court)
Useful Search Inputs
- Grantor/Grantee Name
- Document Type or Number
- Block and Lot (Parcel ID)
- Property Address
- Recording Date Range
- Case Docket or Judgment Number
Where To Search
| Source / Office | Best For | Search Method | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington County Clerk | Deeds, mortgages, releases, assignments, recorded maps, trade names | Public index by grantor/grantee, document type/number, and date; request copies or certified copies when needed | In New Jersey the County Clerk is the land recorder; Burlington County recordings are searchable by parties and document details |
| Burlington County Surrogate | Probate dockets, wills, estate files, letters testamentary | Search docket/index; request file views and certified copies as required | Probate is filed with the county Surrogate in New Jersey; estates affecting Burlington County property appear here |
| Burlington County Board of Taxation | Assessment rolls, block/lot, tax map references, appeal records | Lookup by block/lot, address, or owner; use for parcel identification and assessment history | NJ parcels use block and lot; the county tax board maintains assessment data used in property research |
| Municipal Tax Collector (within Burlington County) | Property tax billing, payment status, municipal lien inquiries | Check by block/lot or address with the specific municipality’s tax office; request payoff or lien statements as needed | In New Jersey, property taxes are billed and collected by each municipality, not the county |
| New Jersey Courts (Superior Court) | Civil case dockets, judgments, state tax liens, foreclosure actions | Search court indexes by party or docket; confirm docket details before requesting files | Judgments and certain liens can attach to Burlington County property; court checks complement county recordings |
Burlington County FAQs
How do I locate a deed or mortgage recorded in Burlington County?
Use the County Clerk’s index to search by grantor/grantee, document type, and date; note the instrument or book/page and request a certified copy if required.
What parcel identifier should I use for Burlington County property searches?
Use the New Jersey block and lot. Find it from assessment records or tax maps, then cross-reference deeds, maps, and tax files with that identifier.
Where are probate and estate records filed for Burlington County decedents?
Probate matters are filed with the Burlington County Surrogate. Search the docket/index, then request file access or certified copies as needed.
Who handles property tax payments and payoff statements in Burlington County?
Payments and payoff statements are handled by the Municipal Tax Collector in the relevant Burlington County municipality; the County Board of Taxation maintains assessment data, not billing.