Virginia · FIPS 51125 · County seat: Lovingston
Nelson County, VA GIS & Parcel Viewer
Here is the direct link to the county parcel map covering Nelson County, VA: the Nelson County CivQuest viewer. Below you'll find basic facts about the county, steps for using the viewer, and nearby counties.
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Nelson County at a glance
| Official map | Nelson County CivQuest viewer |
|---|---|
| Type | County-run map |
| Website | nelson.civ.quest |
| Access | Free, no login (checked Oct 2026) |
| County seat | Lovingston |
| Population | 14,705 (2023 Census Bureau estimate) |
| Land area | 471 sq mi |
| FIPS code | 51125 |
About the official source
This map is published by or for Nelson County itself, so it reflects the local parcel layer rather than a third-party copy. As of our October 2026 test, anyone could open it without signing in or paying.
How to use the Nelson County viewer
- Press the button above. This county's viewer runs on CivQuest; 9 counties in our directory use the same service.
- Find the search option and look up a property, or zoom in on the map.
- Click a lot to see its details.
- Check the toolbar for layers, measuring and printing.
Have a tax bill handy? The parcel or account number on it is usually the fastest way to search.
The county in brief
Census Bureau figures put Nelson County at about 14,705 people (2023 estimate) on roughly 471 square miles of land, which is about 31 residents per square mile. Among Virginia's 133 counties and independent cities, it is the 99th largest by population. The county seat is Lovingston.
Counties next to Nelson County
If the property sits near a county line, the parcel may belong to a neighbor. These counties border Nelson County:
Maps vs. surveys
Keep in mind that a GIS parcel layer is a tax map, not a survey. For exact boundaries, look at the recorded deed and plat or hire a licensed land surveyor.
Related
- All Virginia counties and independent cities
- Find Nelson County on the national map
- Parcel map guides
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