Blount County, AL Property Records
Property records in Blount, Alabama document ownership, assessed value, property tax details, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, transfers, and related land information for real estate within Blount County. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm parcel information, or support title and land-use research.
Official property information is typically maintained by county offices, including the Revenue Commissioner for assessment and tax records and the Probate Office for recorded deeds and conveyances. Users can access official Blount property records through the Blount County Revenue Commissioner’s property records resources or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies and additional assistance.
Blount County, AL Property Records & Statistics
Blount County's housing costs sit close to national levels. The median rent is $844.50, higher than the Alabama median of $722 and just above the national $840.25. The median home value is $157,200, well above the state's $122,900 but below the national $173,750.
The median property tax rate is 0.31%, slightly under the state rate of 0.33% and far below the national 0.74%, giving owners a light tax load relative to most of the country.
Median household income is $56,218, higher than the state's $50,535.50 but short of the national $65,108. Unemployment is 2.65%, a little below both the Alabama rate of 2.71% and the national 2.87%, indicating a stable job market.
Renter-occupied housing is only 16.91%, noticeably lower than the state's 20.69% and the national 21.81%. The county is dominated by owner-occupied homes, with a smaller rental market and housing costs that run above the state average.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Blount
Blount County's property records include assessor, recorder, valuation and foreclosure data. The assessor lists 43,188 total parcels, with 20,470 residential and 876 commercial, and the recorder holds 38,998 deed records and 29,252 mortgage records.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 43,188 |
| Residential / Commercial Parcels | 20,470 / 876 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 85.32% of population |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 38,998 (January 3, 2006 to May 31, 2024) |
| Mortgage Records | 29,252 (January 3, 2006 to May 17, 2024) |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 16,697 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Foreclosure Process | Non-Judicial |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 4,537 (latest August 6, 2025) |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happened to a mortgage after it was recorded. Assignments document the transfer of a loan to a new lender or servicer, and releases confirm that a mortgage was paid off and the lien removed.
Blount County has 42,404 total records: 5,567 assignment documents recorded from September 8, 2004 to September 2, 2025, and 36,819 release documents recorded from May 7, 2001 to September 4, 2025, plus 18 other documents.
They help researchers trace a loan's history, confirm that earlier liens were cleared and review a property's financing before a sale. Use the Blount County Probate official records search to look up recorded instruments.
How to Search Blount County, AL Property Records
Blount County recorded documents are handled by the Probate Office at 220 2nd Ave E in Oneonta (205-625-4191) and its Hayden Annex at 306 2nd Avenue (205-590-2851). Both are open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The quickest online option is the Blount County Probate official records search, where you can look up recorded deeds, mortgages and related instruments to see owners, transfer history and loans. Enter a name or document details, add a date range, and open the results that match your property.
The county's Blount County Probate Office website gives general office information, and the recording, public records and forms page explains filing requirements and forms.
The 2024 assessor data includes 43,188 parcels, and deeds are on file from January 3, 2006 to May 31, 2024. Search by owner name first, and call either office if you cannot find a record.
Blount Registrar of Deeds
The Blount County Probate Office is located at 220 2nd Ave E, Oneonta, AL, 35121 and can be reached at 205-625-4191. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through altags.com or the official website blountcountyalprobate.com.
Blount County Probate Office
Blount County Probate Office - Hayden Annex
Blount County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Blount County property records by address?
The Blount County records search covers recorded documents and is generally organized by name and document details. With only an address, call the Oneonta office at 205-625-4191 or the Hayden Annex at 205-590-2851 to identify the owner, then search recorded documents under that name.
How can I find property owners in Blount County?
Recorded deeds identify owners. Search the official records portal for the latest deed on a property, covering January 3, 2006 to May 31, 2024. The Probate Office in Oneonta can also help in person Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Blount County?
Assessed values come from the county's tax assessment office, and the 2024 assessment year covers 43,188 parcels. Ask the Revenue Commissioner's office about a specific parcel, or use the Alabama Department of Revenue's county appraisal and assessment offices list to find the contact.
Where can I find Blount County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county's tax offices, not the Probate Office. The Alabama Department of Revenue's county offices page points to the right Blount contact. Bring your parcel number or owner name, and call 205-625-4191 if you need directions.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Blount County?
Use the Blount County records search for deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases. Deeds are on file from January 3, 2006 to May 31, 2024. The recording and forms page explains how to obtain copies.
Where can I access Blount County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are generally maintained by the revenue or mapping office rather than probate. Call the Probate Office at 205-625-4191 and ask where to find Blount County parcel maps and any online GIS viewer, or check the Probate Office website for links.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Blount County?
Building permits and zoning are handled by local planning and inspection offices. For a property within a city or town, contact that municipal office. For unincorporated land, call the Probate Office at 205-625-4191, which can direct you to the county department responsible for permits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Blount County?
Compile names from recorded deeds and parcel owner information. The records portal lets you search deed filings by date, and the county holds 38,998 deed records. For large lists or copies, call 205-625-4191 to ask about fees and procedures.