Cobb County GA Property Records: Free Owner, Parcel, Tax, Deed, Lien & GIS Lookup Guide
Use this Cobb County property records guide when you need to find an owner, confirm a parcel number, review qPublic appraisal data, check assessed value, pay or verify a tax bill, search deeds and liens, apply for homestead, or use Cobb GIS maps around Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Acworth, Powder Springs and Austell. The fastest path is simple: identify the parcel first, then use the correct official office for taxes, deeds, exemptions or map research.
Fastest Way to Search Cobb County GA Property Records
Where to Search Cobb County Property Records
Most bad results happen because the searcher opens the wrong office. Use this table first.
| Your Task | Correct Source | What It Shows | Best Search Detail |
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| Find owner, address, parcel ID, property card | Cobb qPublic / Tax Assessor | Owner display, parcel ID, assessed value, appraisal data, land/building details and exemptions. | Address, owner name or parcel number. |
| Understand appraisal value or assessment notice | Board of Tax Assessors | Fair market value, assessment records, return forms, exemptions, appraisal questions and appeals. | Parcel number and assessment notice. |
| Pay property tax or get receipt | Cobb Tax Commissioner | Tax bill, due amount, payment status, receipts, delinquent payoff and tax collection help. | Parcel number, owner name, tax year or bill details. |
| Search deeds, security deeds, plats or liens | Cobb Superior Court Clerk | Recorded deeds, plats, condominium floor plans, UCC filings, lien filings and real estate documents. | Grantor/grantee, book/page, document type or date range. |
| Check parcel map or location | Cobb GIS | Parcel map, address search, GIS layers, tax parcel viewer and map context. | House number + street or parcel ID. |
How to Search Cobb County Property Records by Owner, Address or Parcel Number
Start with the parcel record before you do anything else. It gives you the property identity needed for tax, deed, exemption and GIS research.
Address
Best for homeowners and buyers. Start with house number and street name only if the first search fails.
Owner
Try last name first for people. For LLCs, trusts or estates, remove punctuation and try fewer words.
Parcel number
Best exact match. Use it across qPublic, tax payments, GIS and deed research.
Map
Useful for subdivisions, commercial tracts, multi-parcel properties and border-area searches.
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Start with the cleanest identifierParcel number is best; address is easiest.
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If you have a deed, closing document, tax bill, appraisal notice or prior qPublic card, copy the parcel number. If you only have the property location, search by address first. If the property is held by a company, try the legal business name and shorter variations.
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Open the official Cobb property searchUse qPublic/Assessor records for property-card details.
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Open the Cobb Assessor property-search route, choose your search field, and open the matching parcel. Action links: Cobb Board of Tax Assessors and Cobb qPublic property search.
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Confirm the property cardDo not use the first similar result blindly.
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Check owner display, parcel ID, property address, tax district, land details, improvement/building data, property class, exemptions, sale history and current value. Save the parcel ID before checking taxes or deed records.
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Use Assessor only for assessment mattersValue questions are not tax-payment questions.
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The Board of Tax Assessors places fair and equalized value on taxable property and handles property tax exemption, Freeport exemption and conservation use applications. For tax sales, homestead exemptions or school tax exemptions, the Assessor contact page directs users to the Tax Commissioner’s Office.
How to Check Cobb County Property Tax Bills, Payments, Receipts and Delinquent Payoffs
The Cobb Tax Commissioner is responsible for every phase of collecting and disbursing ad valorem property taxes. Use the tax office for billing, receipts, payments, refunds and delinquent payoff questions.
Around Aug 15
Cobb County guidance says the Tax Commissioner mails tax bills around August 15.
Around Oct 15
The same county guidance says property tax bills are due around October 15. Verify the current bill each year.
Call 770-528-8623
The tax payment site says delinquent payoff amounts may have extra penalties, interest or fees not reflected online.
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Confirm parcel before payingWrong parcel = wrong payment.
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Use qPublic or GIS to confirm parcel number, owner display and location address first. Then open the tax payment system and compare tax year, bill amount, property details and owner information.
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Use official Cobb tax payment pagesAvoid ad pages and lookalike payment sites.
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Use the Cobb Tax Commissioner or Cobb tax payment page when you are ready to search or pay. Action links: Cobb Tax Commissioner’s Office and Cobb County Tax Search and Pay.
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Save payment proofImportant for escrow, refinance, closing and duplicate-payment issues.
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Save tax year, parcel number, payment amount, confirmation number, payment date, bank/card proof and a receipt. Online card/PayPal payments may include transaction fees, and Cobb County states it does not retain those fees.
| Tax Question | Answer That Matters | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Who values the property? | Board of Tax Assessors. | Use Assessor/qPublic for value and property-card issues. |
| Who bills and collects? | Cobb Tax Commissioner. | Use CobbTax for bill, payment and receipt questions. |
| What if a payoff is delinquent? | Online amount may not include all penalties, interest or fees. | Call 770-528-8623 for delinquent payoff amounts. |
| What about motor vehicles? | Same Tax Commissioner office has a Motor Vehicle Division, but property taxes are separate. | Use property tax division for real estate; tag questions go to motor vehicle division. |
Homestead Exemption, Real Property Return and Assessment Appeal Help
Many Cobb County property-record searches are really about reducing or correcting a tax bill. Start with the property card, then check exemptions, return timing and appeal deadlines.
Jan 1 – Apr 1
Cobb Assessor guidance says property owners may file a Taxpayer’s Return of Real Property between January 1 and April 1.
45 days
If you disagree with the proposed value on the notice, Cobb guidance states you have 45 days from the notice date to file a written appeal.
Value first, bill later
Assessment notice concerns value; the tax bill arrives later from the Tax Commissioner.
| Need | What Matters | Best Next Step |
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| Homestead exemption | Primary residence and exemption rules affect taxable value and school/county taxes. | Use Cobb Tax Commissioner / CobbTax homestead resources and verify the current filing rules. |
| Real property return | Owners may state the value they believe is fair market value as of January 1. | File with the Tax Assessors Office during the return window. |
| Assessment appeal | Appeal must be in writing and filed within 45 days from notice date. | Gather qPublic errors, photos, comparable sales and written evidence. |
| Freeport / conservation use | Handled by the Board of Tax Assessors. | Use Assessor forms and contact office before deadlines. |
How to Search Cobb County Deeds, Security Deeds, Liens, Plats and Recorded Documents
Use the Cobb Superior Court Clerk’s Real Estate Department when you need recorded legal documents. qPublic can identify a property, but the Clerk handles deeds, plats, condominium floor plans, UCC filings, general execution docket and lien filings.
Warranty / quitclaim
Deeds must describe the real property, name grantor and grantee, and be signed/notarized with a witness.
Loan security
Security deeds secure real estate loans in Georgia and may need timely filing to avoid penalty/interest where tangible tax applies.
Strict deadlines
Materialman’s liens have strict statutory requirements; the Clerk says acceptance for recording does not guarantee validity.
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Collect property and party clues firstClerk searches work best with names and dates.
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Use qPublic first to collect owner display, parcel number, property address, legal description, subdivision, sale clue and any book/page or document number. Then search Clerk records by grantor, grantee, document type, book/page or date range.
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Open the Clerk Real Estate pageThis is the recorded-document route, not tax payment.
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Open Cobb Superior Court Clerk Real Estate Information, review recording/copy rules, and then use the records search or deed search links shown by the Clerk. Action link: open Cobb Superior Court Clerk Real Estate Information.
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Search forward for releases and cancellationsA lien or security deed may have a later release.
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After finding a security deed, lien, assignment or notice, search later dates for cancellation, release, satisfaction or assignment. Do not assume an older lien is still active until you check for follow-up documents.
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Use certified copies when proof mattersScreenshots are not always accepted.
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For lenders, court matters, title work, probate, lien disputes or closings, request the correct official or certified copy through the Clerk. The Clerk’s Deed Room phone is listed as 770-528-1328.
| Clerk Need | Official Detail | Practical Tip |
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| Real estate filing / recording | Real Estate Department general recording/filing phone: 770-528-1360. | Avoid e-filing late in the afternoon on deadline day. |
| Deed room copies | Deed Room phone: 770-528-1328. | Bring names, document number, book/page and property details. |
| Liens | Lien desk: 770-528-4022 and RealEstateLienDesk@cobbcounty.org. | The Clerk cannot cancel a lien; the filing party must file cancellation. |
| Recording counter | Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; recording/copy counters close at 4:30 p.m. | Arrive early if recording same day. |
| Office location | Real Estate Division, 10 E. Park Square, Building C, Marietta, GA 30090-9640. | Recording counter is on the main level; deed room is on the first floor/bottom level. |
Cobb County Clerk Real Estate Filing Fee Clues
Always verify the current fee schedule before recording, but these official fee clues help users understand what they may be dealing with.
$25
Deeds, security deeds, assignments, satisfactions and cancellations are listed at $25 first page with $0 additional pages.
$10 + $10
Plats are listed at $10 first page and $10 additional pages.
$25
FiFas, liens, materialman liens, lis pendens and notices of commencement are listed at $25.
ID may be needed
For in-person card payments, the Clerk notes the cardholder must appear with proper ID to sign the charge slip.
How to Use Cobb County GIS Property Search and Parcel Viewer
GIS is best for map context: parcel location, nearby parcels, roads, zoning/map layers and spatial research. It should not replace recorded deeds, plats, surveys or title work.
House number + street
Cobb GIS property search says to enter house number and street only.
Unit, city, state or ZIP
The GIS search specifically says not to include apartment/unit number, city, state or ZIP code.
Map confirmation
Great for visual checks, but use plats, legal descriptions and a surveyor for boundaries.
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Open Cobb GIS property searchUse map search when address/parcel results are confusing.
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Enter house number and street only. Action link: open Cobb GIS Property Search.
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Use the county GIS hub for deeper map toolsParcel viewer, maps and GIS resources are grouped by Cobb GIS.
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Use the county GIS page or GIS hub to access parcel maps and related map applications. Action link: open Cobb County GIS.
Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Acworth, Powder Springs, Austell and City Tax Questions
A Cobb County parcel may also be inside a city. County records help identify the parcel, but some city tax, permit, zoning or code questions may require the city.
| If the Property Is In… | Still Use Cobb County For | Also Check City For |
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| Marietta | County parcel, assessment, deed and county tax records. | City tax, permits, business licenses, zoning or utilities where applicable. |
| Smyrna | County property card and recorded documents. | City services, zoning and city-specific tax questions. |
| Kennesaw / Acworth | Assessor, Clerk and county tax records. | City notices, permits, local maps and municipal tax/service issues. |
| Powder Springs / Austell | Parcel ID, qPublic values, county records and GIS. | City taxes, utility or permit questions where applicable. |
| Unincorporated Cobb County | County offices are usually the main record route. | No city office unless the property is annexed or inside a municipality. |
Cobb County Tax Assessor / Tax Commissioner Office Map
Use this map for planning only. Verify the office, department, hours and required documents before visiting, especially near exemption, appeal, filing or tax-payment deadlines.
Board of Tax Assessors
736 Whitlock Ave NW, Suite 200, Marietta, GA 30064. Phone: 770-528-3100. Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Email: cobbtaxassessor@cobbcounty.gov.
Tax Commissioner
Property Tax Division, 736 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta, GA 30064. Phone: 770-528-8600. Email on county site: tax@cobbcounty.gov; payment site: tax@cobbtax.gov.
Superior Court Clerk Real Estate
10 E. Park Square, Building C, Marietta, GA 30090-9640. General real estate phone: 770-528-1360. Deed Room: 770-528-1328.
Common Cobb County Property Records Problems and Fixes
| Problem | Likely Cause | Best Fix |
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| No qPublic result by address | Too much address text, unit number, punctuation or wrong city label. | Search house number + street only; then confirm parcel ID and tax district. |
| GIS address search fails | You entered apartment/unit, city, state or ZIP. | Cobb GIS says enter house number and street only. |
| Owner name shows too many properties | Common surname, LLC, trust, estate or prior owner search. | Use address or parcel number; try shorter business/trust wording. |
| Tax bill looks higher than expected | Value change, exemption issue, millage, city tax or missing homestead. | Check qPublic value/exemptions, CobbTax bill and city status. |
| Need deed proof | Tax record or qPublic card is being used as title proof. | Use Superior Court Clerk real estate records and certified copies if needed. |
| Delinquent amount looks incomplete | Extra penalty, interest or fees may not be reflected online. | Call Cobb Tax Commissioner delinquent payoff line at 770-528-8623. |
Cobb County Property Records Tips That Actually Save Time
These tips help homeowners, buyers, agents, title researchers, landlords and investors checking properties in Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Acworth, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton and unincorporated Cobb County.
Save the parcel number first
It is the cleanest way to move between qPublic, CobbTax, GIS and Clerk records without mixing parcels.
Do not overtype addresses
For GIS, use house number and street only. Extra city, state, ZIP or unit info can break the search.
Check exemptions before blaming value
A missing homestead or school exemption can change the bill even when the property value looks expected.
Use Clerk records for legal proof
A qPublic card is not a deed. For ownership, lien and mortgage history, use recorded documents.
Arrive early for Clerk filings
The Clerk lists business hours to 5 p.m., but recording and copy counters close at 4:30 p.m.
Search lien releases forward
If you find a lien or security deed, search later dates for cancellation, satisfaction, assignment or release.
Cobb County GA Property Records FAQs
QHow do I search Cobb County GA property records for free?▾
Start with Cobb qPublic or the Cobb Board of Tax Assessors. Search by owner, address, parcel number or map tools, then save the parcel number before checking taxes, deeds or GIS.
QWhere can I find Cobb County property owner information?▾
Use Cobb qPublic or the Assessor real estate property search. Confirm address, parcel ID, tax district and property details because similar names and LLCs can create multiple results.
QWhere do I pay Cobb County property taxes?▾
Use the Cobb Tax Commissioner or Cobb County Tax Search and Pay website. Confirm parcel number, tax year, property address and amount due before making payment.
QWho handles Cobb County property value questions?▾
The Cobb County Board of Tax Assessors handles property valuation, assessment records, property tax exemption, Freeport exemption and conservation use applications.
QWhen are Cobb County property tax bills mailed and due?▾
Cobb County guidance says the Tax Commissioner mails tax bills around August 15 and they are due around October 15. Always verify the exact current-year date on your bill or CobbTax account.
QHow do I search Cobb County deeds and liens?▾
Use the Cobb Superior Court Clerk Real Estate Department. Search by grantor, grantee, book/page, document type or date range. The Clerk handles deeds, plats, UCC filings, GED/lien filings and other recorded real estate documents.
QCan a qPublic property card prove legal ownership?▾
No. qPublic is useful for appraisal and parcel research, but legal ownership should be verified through recorded deeds, title work and official Clerk records.
QHow should I search an address in Cobb GIS?▾
Cobb GIS property search says to enter house number and street only. Do not include apartment or unit number, city, state or ZIP code.
QHow do I appeal a Cobb County assessment?▾
Review your assessment notice, gather evidence, and file a written appeal with the Board of Tax Assessors within 45 days from the notice date if you disagree with the proposed value.
QWhere is the Cobb County Tax Assessor office?▾
The Cobb County Board of Tax Assessors is at 736 Whitlock Ave NW, Suite 200, Marietta, GA 30064. Phone: 770-528-3100. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
QWhere is the Cobb Superior Court Clerk Real Estate office?▾
The Real Estate Division is at 10 E. Park Square, Building C, Marietta, GA 30090-9640. General real estate phone is 770-528-1360, and the deed room phone is 770-528-1328.
QIs Property-Recordss.org the official Cobb County property records website?▾
No. Property-Recordss.org is an independent informational guide. Always verify owner records, parcel numbers, tax balances, deeds, liens, plats, exemptions and official copies directly with Cobb County or Georgia government sources.