Martin County property records are public files kept by two local offices: the Martin County Property Appraiser and the Martin County Clerk of the Circuit Court. These records show who owns a piece of land, how much the land is worth, what taxes apply, and what legal documents are tied to the title.
Anyone can view them online, by phone, or in person at no cost for most lookups. This page explains how each system works, what data you will see, and how to pull a record in 2026.
How the Martin County Property Records System Works
Two county offices share the job of keeping property data. Each one handles a different part of the file. Together, they cover every parcel in Martin County, from small homes in Stuart to large ranches in Indiantown.
Two Main Offices That Keep Records
The Property Appraiser office lists every parcel, sets the assessed value each year, and tracks exemptions. The Clerk of the Circuit Court records deeds, mortgages, liens, and other legal papers tied to a title. Both offices work under Florida public records law, which is Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes. That law makes these files open for anyone to view.
Why These Records Are Open to Everyone
Florida law treats property records as public data. Buyers, sellers, renters, title agents, attorneys, and neighbors all use them. You do not need to own the property or live in Martin County to look something up. You only need basic facts like an address, a name, or a parcel number to start a search.
Martin County Property Appraiser Main Office
The Property Appraiser office is the central place for parcel data, value records, and exemption files. The current Property Appraiser is Jenny Fields, CFA, elected in 2020. Her office serves the entire county and runs both the main Stuart location and a branch office in Hobe Sound.
Office Address, Phone, and Email
Main Office: 3473 SE Willoughby Blvd, Suite 101, Stuart, FL 34994. Phone: (772) 288-5608. Email: info@pamartinfl.gov. The office website is pamartinfl.gov. Staff work regular weekday hours and answer questions about property values, exemption status, and parcel data.
Hobe Sound Branch Office
Hobe Sound Branch: 11726 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound, FL 33455. Phone: (772) 546-1309. Open Monday and Tuesday, 8am to 5pm, closed for lunch. The branch helps residents in the southern part of the county file homestead forms and check parcel data without driving to Stuart.
How to Search Martin County Property Records Online
The Property Appraiser runs a free online search tool that lets you pull a parcel file from any computer. The database covers all real property in the county. You can search in five ways: Parcel ID, Account Number, Subdivision, Address, or Owner Last Name.
Search by Parcel ID
A parcel ID is a unique number tied to one piece of land. It is the fastest way to pull a record. The number appears on tax bills, prior deeds, and TRIM notices. Enter the full number into the search box and the system will open the parcel file right away.
Search by Owner Last Name
Type the last name of the property owner. The system will show a list of matching parcels. Click the one you want to see the full record, including mailing address, value, sales history, and exemption status.
Search by Street Address
Enter the house number and street name. The search will return the parcel tied to that address. This method works best for homes and commercial buildings with a clear street number.
Search by Subdivision Name
Subdivisions have a name like Sailfish Point or Palm Isles. Type the name and pick from the list to see every parcel in that community. This option helps real estate agents and buyers doing a sweep of a single neighborhood.
Martin County Property Information Lookup Tool
Martin County government runs a second lookup at martin.fl.us/PropertyLookup. This tool gives extra data not always on the Appraiser site. It shows flood zone, land use, zoning, building wind speed, school zones, utility providers, solid waste pickup days, elected officials, and links to other agencies. It also lets you print a single-page property report for any parcel.
To use the tool, enter the parcel ID or address. The report opens in your browser and shows a mix of public data layers. This is a good starting point for buyers who need a fast snapshot of one property before doing a full title search.
Martin County GIS Parcel Viewer and Map Tools
GIS stands for Geographic Information System. A GIS parcel viewer is a map with every parcel line drawn on it. The Florida Department of Revenue runs a state map that includes Martin County parcels at arcgis.com. The county Property Appraiser site also links to its own map tool for the public.
To use the GIS viewer, zoom in to the area you want. Click a parcel to see the parcel ID, owner name, and value pop-up. The map is helpful for checking lot lines, seeing how close a property sits to water, and confirming which county a parcel falls in. The state GIS layer gets new data each year from the Property Appraiser, so it is current as of the most recent July tax roll update.
What Information Is in a Martin County Property Record
A full parcel record has many sections. Each one answers a different question a buyer, owner, or agent might have.
Ownership and Mailing Address
The top of the record shows the current owner name, the owner’s mailing address, and any co-owners. The mailing address may differ from the property address, which is a common issue for owners who use a P.O. box or live out of state.
Property Value Details
The record lists the just value, the assessed value, and the taxable value. Just value is the market price the appraiser thinks the property would sell for. Assessed value applies the Save Our Homes cap or any land use classification. Taxable value is what stays after all exemptions are subtracted.
Sales History
The record lists prior sales with date, price, and deed book reference. Sales data goes back many years for most parcels. This helps buyers check what a property has sold for in the past and see how values have moved over time.
Building and Land Data
Building data shows square footage, year built, construction type, number of rooms, and condition. Land data shows total acreage, land use code, and zoning. For waterfront parcels, the record also notes any special features like a dock or seawall.
| Record Section | What It Shows |
|---|---|
| Owner Info | Name, mailing address, co-owners |
| Value Info | Just, assessed, and taxable values |
| Exemption Info | Homestead, senior, veteran, disability |
| Sales History | Prior sale dates, prices, deed book links |
| Building Info | Square footage, year built, type, condition |
| Land Info | Acreage, land use code, zoning |
Martin County Tax Records and the 2026 Taxable Value
The Property Appraiser’s office released the 2026 estimated preliminary taxable values to all ten Martin County taxing authorities in May 2026. The total taxable value for the county now sits at $41.6 billion. That figure covers every parcel across Stuart, Palm City, Jensen Beach, Hobe Sound, and Indiantown. Taxing authorities use this number to set their budgets and proposed millage rates for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
Florida law requires the Property Appraiser to send these estimates to each taxing authority by June 1 of each year. The data reflects the value of all property in the county on January 1 of the same year. This timeline gives cities, the school board, and special districts time to build their budgets before the new fiscal year starts.
Home value trends also shape the tax base. Zillow data shows the average home value in Martin County is $449,805, down 2.9% over the past year. This drop has been part of a four-year slowdown in price growth across the county, which affects both new construction values and existing home assessments.
Homestead Exemption in Martin County
Florida’s homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary home. The first $25,000 applies to all taxing authorities. The second $25,000 applies to the value between $50,000 and $75,000, but only for non-school taxes. Together, a basic homestead exemption can remove up to $50,000 from a home’s taxable value.
Basic Homestead Exemption Rules
To claim homestead, you must own the home, live in it as your permanent residence on January 1 of the tax year, and file an application with the Martin County Property Appraiser. The deadline to file is March 1 of the tax year. If you miss the deadline, the earliest the exemption can take effect is the following year.
Save Our Homes Cap
The Save Our Homes cap, set under Florida Statutes Section 193.155, limits how much the assessed value of a homesteaded home can grow each year. The cap is 3% or the rate of inflation, whichever is lower. The cap stays in place as long as you keep the homestead exemption on the home. If you sell and buy a new home in Florida, you can port the saved benefit to the new property.
Other Exemptions
Veterans with service-connected disabilities, surviving spouses, seniors who meet income rules, widows and widowers, and people with total and permanent disabilities may qualify for extra reductions. Each one needs its own form and proof documents. The Property Appraiser office can help with which forms apply to your case.
Martin County Official Records at the Clerk’s Office
Deeds, mortgages, liens, and other title documents are recorded by the Martin County Clerk of the Circuit Court. Recording happens in the Official Records Division on the first floor of the Constitutional Office Building at the Martin County Courthouse. The clerk’s office phone for official records is (772) 288-5551.
Recording a deed creates constructive notice. That means anyone who later searches the title is treated as having notice of the deed, even if they did not actually look it up. Florida’s public records law makes these documents open to view at no charge. Certified copies cost a per-page fee set by Florida law.
For any purchase, review both the appraiser’s data and the clerk’s recorded documents. The appraiser’s data shows value and exemption status. The clerk’s records show liens, easements, judgments, and prior transfers. A full picture needs both.
Property Tax Process and Payment Schedule in Martin County
The tax cycle starts each August when the Property Appraiser mails a TRIM notice. TRIM stands for Truth in Millage. The notice is not a bill. It shows the proposed assessed value, current exemptions, and proposed millage rates from the county, school board, and any special districts. It also lists the dates of public budget hearings so owners can speak on tax rates before they are final.
Tax bills go out in November. Florida offers early payment discounts:
- Pay in November: 4% discount
- Pay in December: 3% discount
- Pay in January: 2% discount
- Pay in February: 1% discount
- Full amount due by March 31
Late payments after March 31 lead to delinquency and additional costs. The Martin County Tax Collector handles billing and payments separately from the Property Appraiser. The Florida Department of Revenue also has a taxpayer page at floridarevenue.com/property that explains the TRIM process and appeal rights in plain language.
Property Value Adjustment and Appeals in Martin County
If the value on a TRIM notice seems too high, contact the Property Appraiser first. Many disagreements get fixed informally at this stage. If the office does not change the value, the next step is a petition to the Value Adjustment Board, or VAB. The deadline to file is printed on the TRIM notice.
The VAB is an independent panel, not part of the Property Appraiser’s office. Hearings are held at the courthouse. Owners can present evidence like comparable sales, photos of damage, or an independent appraisal. The VAB can order a lower value if the evidence supports it.
Cities and Communities Covered by Martin County Records
Martin County property records cover every community in the county, including:
- Stuart (county seat)
- Palm City
- Jensen Beach
- Hobe Sound
- Indiantown
- Jupiter Island
- Sewall’s Point
- Port Salerno
- Rio
- North River Shores
Each area has a mix of residential, commercial, agricultural, and waterfront parcels. The search tools work the same for all of them, but some waterfront and agricultural parcels have extra value classifications that show on the record.
Florida Property Tax Amendment on the November 2026 Ballot
A proposed constitutional amendment tied to Florida property taxes will appear on the November 2026 General Election ballot. The amendment is labeled CS/HJR 1F. If at least 60% of Florida voters approve it, the changes would take effect January 1, 2027. Property owners in Martin County should watch the result because it could change homestead rules, assessment growth limits, or both.
The Property Appraiser’s office posts plain-language updates on its news page as the ballot date gets closer. Anyone planning to file for exemption, port a benefit, or buy a home in 2027 should read the update to see how the new rules would apply.
Contact Information for Martin County Property Records
Use the right office for the right record. The Property Appraiser handles value, exemption, and parcel data. The Clerk handles deeds, liens, and court records. Both offices can answer questions about their part of the system.
Martin County Property Appraiser Main Office
3473 SE Willoughby Blvd, Suite 101
Stuart, FL 34994
Phone: (772) 288-5608
Email: info@pamartinfl.gov
Website: pamartinfl.gov
Hobe Sound Branch
11726 SE Federal Hwy
Hobe Sound, FL 33455
Phone: (772) 546-1309
Open Monday and Tuesday, 8am to 5pm, closed for lunch
Public Records Liaison
Phone: (772) 288-5685
Martin County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Official Records Division
Constitutional Office Building
Martin County Courthouse, first floor
Phone: (772) 288-5551
Martin County Public Records Request
Phone: (772) 288-5685
Online form: martin.fl.us/PRR
Frequently Asked Questions About Martin County Property Records
These questions cover the most common lookups, edge cases, and mistakes people run into when working with Martin County property files. Each answer draws on the public rules from the Property Appraiser, the Clerk, and Florida state law.
How Do I Find Out Who Owns a Property in Martin County?
Use the Property Appraiser’s online search at pamartinfl.gov. Type the address, parcel ID, or owner last name. The system will show the current owner’s name and mailing address. For older transfers, use the Clerk of Court’s official records search at martinclerk.com to pull the recorded deed. Both are public under Florida law. The appraiser’s file shows the present owner. The clerk’s file shows the full chain of recorded transfers going back many years. For a complete title history, check both. The clerk’s office phone for official records is (772) 288-5551.
Are Martin County Property Records Free to View?
Yes, viewing records is free. The online search tools at pamartinfl.gov and martinclerk.com do not charge for a basic lookup. Certified copies from the clerk cost a per-page fee set under Florida law. In-person lookups at the Property Appraiser office on Willoughby Boulevard are also free, and staff can help with complex searches. Many records are also available in printed form at the public counter. Always call ahead for older records that may need staff to pull a paper file.
How Often Are Martin County Property Values Updated?
The Property Appraiser’s office certifies a new tax roll each year. The just value of every parcel is reviewed for the new year based on January 1 market data. For homesteaded properties, the assessed value can only rise by the Save Our Homes cap. For non-homesteaded properties, the assessed value can move with the market. Sales in the prior calendar year feed the model. New construction is added when permits close. Agricultural and timber classifications are reviewed each year to confirm continued eligibility.
What Is the Difference Between the Property Appraiser and the Tax Collector?
The Property Appraiser sets the value, maintains the parcel file, and processes exemptions. The Tax Collector bills the taxes, collects payments, and handles delinquencies. Bills go out in November from the Tax Collector. Exemptions must be filed with the Property Appraiser by March 1. If you have a question about how much you owe, call the Tax Collector. If you have a question about why the value is what it is, call the Property Appraiser at (772) 288-5608.
Can I Look Up a Martin County Property by Just an Address?
Yes. The Property Appraiser search accepts a street address and will return the matching parcel. The martin.fl.us/PropertyLookup tool also accepts an address and returns a printable report with flood zone, land use, school zone, and utility data. If the address is very new and not yet in the system, search by subdivision name or the nearest known parcel to confirm the area, then call the office to confirm the new record.
What Happens If I Miss the March 1 Homestead Deadline?
You can still file, but the exemption will not start until the next tax year. The Property Appraiser cannot apply homestead retroactively to a past year once the deadline passes. The new exemption will apply to the January 1 value of the next year. To avoid this, file early in the calendar year and bring proof of residency, ownership, and a Florida ID or voter registration. The Hobe Sound branch is open Mondays and Tuesdays and can file the same paperwork as the main Stuart office.
Will the November 2026 Florida Property Tax Amendment Affect Martin County?
If at least 60% of Florida voters approve CS/HJR 1F on the November 2026 ballot, the changes take effect January 1, 2027. The amendment could change homestead rules, assessment growth limits, or both. The exact effect on Martin County parcels will depend on the final ballot language. The Property Appraiser’s news page at pamartinfl.gov will post plain-language updates once the election is certified. Property owners planning a sale, a move within Florida, or a new exemption in 2027 should review the update before filing.