Highland County, Virginia, comprises the Town of Monterey and the Census-Designated Place of McDowell. Property records in Highland County, VA, are a veritable fountain of information on land. These records uncover property lines, land assessments, and historic use patterns, all of which are vital for sound land management and regulatory decisions.

Highland County property records enumerate average housing values of about $185,500 with a household income level of $49,375 in the county, while the average rent has stood at $762. It also mentions property taxes collected, which are typically {median_real-est_tax} of the assessed fair market value of the property.

In Highland County, VA, property records are kept at the Office of the Circuit Court Clerk. The office files, records, and maintains various real estate records, such as mortgages, deeds, leases, liens, plats, and many others, starting from the year 1847. These are indexed by name, instrument type, and with the use of a document number and legal description. They are also scanned to allow easy access.

Though not posted on the Highland County Clerk of the Circuit Court's official web page, interested individuals can access these records through the Secure Remote Access (SRA) system. However, images through this system require a subscription.

Other options to access and obtain copies of records are through in-person visits to the Clerk's office at 165 W. Main Street, Monterey, VA 24465, or by submitting a written request through mail (P. O. Box 190, Monterey, VA 24465-0190), fax (540 468-2047) or email (jhupman@vacourts.gov).

When making such requests through these channels, follow the specific requirements and procedures the Clerk outlines. Typically, a $0.50 per page fee is charged for requested copies, and additional fees may apply for larger files. For immediate assistance with any inquiries or concerns, call the Clerk's office at (540) 468-2447.

If the obtained records need zoning verification, contact the Zoning Administrator. Afterward, consult the zoning ordinance and the zoning use matrix to determine permitted and conditional uses. Review the definitions in Article 3, Page 7, to understand what is allowed within the zoning district.