Dallas County, AL Property Records
Property records in Dallas, Alabama refer to official real estate documents maintained for properties in Dallas County. These records may include deeds, parcel information, ownership history, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax details, plats, mortgages, and liens. They are useful for confirming ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and conducting title or historical research.
Users can access official Dallas property records through county government offices. The Dallas County Revenue Commissioner’s Office typically handles property assessment and tax information, while the Dallas County Probate Office maintains recorded land documents such as deeds and mortgages. For official access, start with the county’s Dallas property records and government office resources, where users can find contact information, office locations, and available record-search options.
Dallas County, AL Property Records & Statistics
Dallas County has some of the lowest housing costs in the comparison, paired with income and employment challenges. Median rent is $772.50, above the Alabama figure of $722 but below the national $840.25. The median home value is $83,800, far below the state's $122,900 and the national $173,750.
The median property tax rate is 0.45%, higher than the state rate of 0.33% yet well below the national 0.74%. Because home values are low, the rate still produces a small tax bill in dollar terms.
Median household income is $31,798.50, much lower than the state median of $50,535.50 and the national median of $65,108. Unemployment is 5.3%, nearly double the state rate of 2.71% and the national rate of 2.87%. Those figures help explain why home values stay low even though rents are not far from state levels.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 23.89% of homes, above the state share of 20.69% and the national share of 21.81%, showing a somewhat larger rental market than average.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Dallas
Dallas County records include assessor parcels, deeds and mortgages recorded through 2025, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The assessor lists 30,258 total parcels, including 15,883 residential parcels and 1,112 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 85.15% of the population.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 30,258 |
| Residential Parcels | 15,883 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,112 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 85.15% of the population |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 16,471 (January 2, 2008 to August 18, 2025) |
| Mortgage Records | 6,591 (March 18, 2008 to August 18, 2025) |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 10,999 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 2,572 (latest July 28, 2025) |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a loan moving from one lender or servicer to another, and a release shows that a mortgage was paid off and the lien cleared.
Dallas County has 3,476 total records, including 545 assignment documents and 2,926 release documents, along with 5 other documents. Assignments are recorded from January 25, 2020 to September 2, 2025, and releases from October 4, 2000 to September 2, 2025.
These records let researchers see who holds a loan today and whether earlier liens were satisfied, which matters when checking a title before a purchase or reviewing a property's financing history. The Dallas County Recording Office page is the official place to start for recorded documents and related forms.
How to Search Dallas County, AL Property Records
Dallas County recorded documents are handled by the Dallas County Recording Office in Selma. Searches can be done by owner name, property address, parcel details, or document type, and the results typically include deeds, mortgages, releases, and related filings that show a property's ownership and lien history.
The Dallas County Recording Office page on the county website provides recording information and forms. The office is located at 105 Lauderdale Street in Selma and can be reached at 334-877-0625, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
For appraisal and assessment information, the Alabama Department of Revenue's county appraisal and assessment records directory lists the office that holds parcel and tax data for Dallas County.
A good routine is to begin with an address or owner name, locate the parcel number, and then match it to the deed and any mortgage or release. For documents you cannot find online, call the recording office and ask staff for help.
Dallas Registrar of Deeds
The Dallas County Probate Office is located at 105 Lauderdale Street, Selma, AL, 36701 and can be reached at 334-877-0625. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website dallascounty-al.org.
Dallas County Recording Office
Dallas County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Dallas County property records by address?
Start with the Dallas County Recording Office page for recorded documents, and use the Alabama Department of Revenue's county records directory for parcel data. You can also call 334-877-0625 with a street address.
How can I find property owners in Dallas County?
Owner names are on recorded deeds and assessor parcel records. Look up the address or parcel number, then review the latest deed. The Recording Office at 105 Lauderdale Street in Selma can help identify the current owner at 334-877-0625.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Dallas County?
Assessed values come from the county's assessment office, with 2024 as the current assessment year. The Alabama Department of Revenue's appraisal and assessment directory will direct you to the right contact. Have the parcel number ready.
Where can I find Dallas County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are managed by the county's tax offices. Use the Alabama Department of Revenue's county office directory to find the Dallas County contact, and bring your parcel number or owner name so your account can be located.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Dallas County?
Deeds, mortgages, and releases are recorded through the Dallas County Recording Office. See the office page or call 334-877-0625. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, at 105 Lauderdale Street in Selma.
Where can I access Dallas County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are maintained by the county's assessment offices. Check the Alabama Department of Revenue's county records directory for the Dallas County office, or call the Recording Office at 334-877-0625 to ask where parcel maps can be viewed.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Dallas County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local departments, and city and county rules can differ. Call the Recording Office at 334-877-0625 and ask which department covers building permits and land use for your property, and have the address available.
How can I create a list of property owners in Dallas County?
Gather owner names from recent deeds and assessor parcel records for your target area, starting from the Recording Office page. For bulk or recurring needs, call 334-877-0625 and ask how records can be provided.