Juneau City and Borough Property Records

Juneau City and Borough property records are available through two main systems. The CBJ Assessor's Office maintains a database of over 13,000 properties covering assessments, ownership history, tax information, and building characteristics. Recorded instruments like deeds, mortgages, and liens are filed with the Alaska Department of Natural Resources. Both systems offer online access. You can search by parcel number, owner name, or street address to find the property records you are looking for in Juneau.

CBJ Assessor's Office

The City and Borough of Juneau Assessor's Office is responsible for assessing the fair market value of all real property within the borough. The office evaluates more than 13,000 properties each year, including residential, commercial, and industrial parcels. Assessments are based on physical inspections, review of recent market sales, and analysis of property characteristics. The office uses this data to produce annual assessment rolls used to calculate property taxes.

The Assessor's database can be searched using several criteria. You can look up a property by owner name, parcel identification number, street address, or legal description. Business personal property is also searchable through the system. Results show current assessed values along with historical data from prior years. The database is accessible online through the CBJ property search portal at property.juneau.org.

Assessment notices go out annually in late January or early February. Property owners have 30 days from the mailing date to appeal. If you receive a notice and believe the value is incorrect, contact the assessor's office promptly. The office also holds information sessions during the appeal period to help property owners understand the process.

The screenshot below is from the CBJ property search portal at property.juneau.org, a government-run database where you can search Juneau property records by parcel, name, or address.

The online portal provides instant access to assessment data, ownership history, and property characteristics for all 13,000-plus parcels in the borough.

How to Search Juneau Property Records Online

The CBJ online property search at property.juneau.org is the fastest way to find assessment data. Go to the site and enter a parcel number, owner name, or street address. The system returns a list of matching properties. Click on a result to view the full record, which includes assessed land value, improvement value, property characteristics like square footage and year built, sales history, and current tax amounts.

Juneau also runs an Enhanced Parcel Viewer (EPV) at epv.juneau.org. This interactive mapping tool shows property boundaries overlaid on aerial photography. You can view multiple data layers including zoning, flood zones, land use designations, and utility service areas. The EPV is linked to the Assessor's database, so you can move between map view and record view for the same parcel without re-entering your search. The system works on both desktop and mobile devices and lets you print or export maps and property reports.

For recorded deeds and other instruments, use the Alaska DNR land records portal at dnr.alaska.gov/landrecords/. The Juneau Recording District covers this area. Search by party name, document type, or date range. You can view scanned document images and order certified copies if needed.

Note: The assessor's portal and the DNR recording portal are separate systems. You may need to use both for a complete picture of a property's ownership and encumbrance history.

The Alaska DNR maintains the recording district directory used to identify which office serves each area of the state. The image below comes from dnr.alaska.gov/ssd/recoff/distlist, showing the Juneau Recording District coverage area.

The Juneau Recording District is the official repository for deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded instruments affecting real property in the City and Borough of Juneau.

Assessment Process and Appeals

The CBJ Assessor's Office follows a rotating schedule for physical inspections. Appraisers visit properties to check building characteristics, measure structures, and photograph improvements. Interior inspections are not required of property owners, though the assessor may estimate interior features based on what can be observed from outside. After each inspection cycle, the office updates its records and may adjust assessed values to reflect current conditions.

When market values change in Juneau, the assessor adjusts assessed values to match. State law requires that real property be assessed at its full and true value each year. That means if home prices rise or fall significantly, assessments should reflect those changes. The assessor does not set the tax rate. That is done by the CBJ Assembly. The assessor simply determines what each property is worth on the open market.

If you disagree with your assessment, you can file a Petition for Review with the Board of Equalization. The form is available on the borough website at juneau.org/finance/assessor-forms. You must file within 30 days of the mailing date on your assessment notice. The petition asks for your contact information, property ID, current assessed value, the value you are requesting, and your reason for the appeal. Bring supporting evidence such as comparable sales or a recent independent appraisal to strengthen your case.

Juneau Property Tax Exemption Programs

The CBJ Assessor's Office administers several exemption programs that can reduce the taxable value of your property. Exemptions are authorized by Alaska law and applied before taxes are calculated. To get an exemption, you must apply and provide documentation that meets the requirements.

The Senior Citizen Exemption is available to property owners age 65 or older who meet income and residency requirements. The exemption applies to the primary residence and reduces the assessed value used for tax purposes. You must submit proof of age, proof of Alaska residency, and income documentation. This exemption must be renewed annually. The Disabled Veteran Exemption provides tax relief for veterans with service-connected disabilities of 50% or more. The form requires documentation from the Veterans Administration showing the disability rating and the service connection. Surviving spouses of qualifying veterans may also be eligible. The Residential Exemption applies to owner-occupied primary residences and reduces the taxable assessed value. Charitable and religious organizations using property for qualifying purposes may also apply for full exemptions.

All exemption applications and the Business Personal Property Return form are available at juneau.org/finance/assessor-forms. Filing deadlines apply. Late applications may not be accepted. Contact the CBJ Assessor's Office at (907) 586-5215 to confirm current deadlines and eligibility requirements before submitting.

Recorded Property Documents in Juneau

Deeds, mortgages, liens, and other instruments affecting real property title in Juneau are recorded with the Juneau Recording District, part of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources. The CBJ Lands and Resources Office at 155 South Seward Street, Juneau, AK 99801 (phone 907-586-5252) also plays a role in managing municipal lands and resources within the borough.

Common document types found in the recording system for Juneau properties include warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, easements, covenants, and subdivision plat maps. Tidelands and submerged lands in Juneau are managed by the Alaska Department of Natural Resources rather than the borough. If your property interest involves tidelands or submerged lands, you may need to contact the DNR directly for records related to those areas.

The current fee schedule for copies and certified copies of recorded documents is at dnr.alaska.gov/ssd/recoff/Fees. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person at the recording office. For title searches involving multiple documents or complex ownership chains, working with a licensed title company or attorney familiar with Alaska recording practices is advisable.

The image below provides a general reference view of Juneau City and Borough property information as accessible through the borough's public records systems.

The CBJ maintains one of the more detailed property record databases in Alaska, with data on more than 13,000 parcels accessible online and in person.

Alaska Law Governing Property Records

Property recording in Alaska is governed by Alaska Statutes Title 40, Chapter 17. These statutes establish the recording system, define what must be recorded to be effective against third parties, and set the rules for how documents are indexed and preserved. Recording gives constructive notice of ownership and priority claims to anyone dealing with the same property.

Property assessment in Juneau follows Alaska state law, which requires boroughs to assess property at full and true value each year. The CBJ Assessor's Office bases its valuations on market data and follows uniform appraisal standards. Property owners have statutory rights to receive notice of their assessed values and to appeal those values through the Board of Equalization if they disagree. The appeal window is 30 days from the date the notice is mailed.

Exemption programs are authorized under state law and implemented by the CBJ. The borough may set additional eligibility criteria beyond what state law requires, so always confirm local rules with the assessor's office. Business personal property is also taxable in Juneau. Businesses must file an annual return listing taxable equipment and fixtures. Failure to file can result in penalties and estimated assessments by the assessor's office.

The overview below reflects the full scope of Juneau City and Borough property records, from assessment data to recorded instruments available through the state system.

Between the CBJ online portal, the Enhanced Parcel Viewer, and the DNR land records system, Juneau has strong online access to property records for residents and researchers alike.

Cities in Juneau City and Borough

Juneau is a unified city-borough, which means city and borough government are merged into one. The city of Juneau is the main urban area and the state capital. All property records for the unified borough are maintained through the CBJ Assessor and the Juneau Recording District.

Nearby Boroughs and Census Areas

These areas are near Juneau City and Borough. Each has its own property records through the Alaska recording system.