Mobile County, AL Property Records
Property records in Mobile, Alabama document important information about real estate within the county, including parcel ownership, assessed values, property tax history, legal descriptions, land classifications, and recorded transfers. Depending on the record type, they may also include deeds, mortgages, plats, liens, and other instruments that affect title or ownership.
These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, evaluate property history, or support due diligence before a real estate transaction.
Users can access official Mobile property assessment and tax information through the Mobile County Revenue Commission property records search. Recorded land documents, such as deeds and mortgages, are typically maintained by the Mobile County Probate Court.
Mobile County, AL Property Records & Statistics
Mobile County has housing costs above the Alabama average and a larger rental market. Median rent is $924, well above the state median of $722 and above the national $840.25. The median home value is $156,350, higher than the state's $122,900 but below the national $173,750.
The median property tax rate is 0.49%, above the state rate of 0.33% and well under the national 0.74%. Owners pay more than the typical Alabama homeowner while still benefiting from a lower rate than much of the country.
Median household income is $52,341, a little above the state median of $50,535.50 but below the national $65,108. Unemployment is 3.29%, higher than both the state's 2.71% and the national 2.87%, suggesting a somewhat tighter job market.
Renter-occupied housing is 30.21%, much higher than the state share of 20.69% and the national 21.81%. As a port city county with a large urban population, Mobile has a substantial rental sector, which helps explain the elevated rents.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Mobile
Mobile County has 211,664 total parcels, with deed records reaching back to 1992, mortgage records from 2004, valuation data for 133,429 properties, and extensive foreclosure records. Tax records cover 84.28% of the population for the 2024 assessment year.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 211,664 |
| Residential Parcels | 142,682 |
| Commercial Parcels | 8,480 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 84.28% of population |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 330,043 (September 21, 1992 to August 28, 2025) |
| Mortgage Records | 185,818 (June 1, 2004 to August 28, 2025) |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 133,429 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 82,554 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track changes to mortgage loans. An assignment shows that a lender transferred its interest in a loan to another party, and a release shows that a mortgage was paid off and the lien cleared. They help trace who holds or held a claim on a property.
Mobile County has 330,358 total records, including 66,241 assignment documents and 263,447 release documents, plus 670 other documents. Both assignments and releases are available from January 3, 2005 to August 29, 2025.
These records are useful for confirming an old mortgage was satisfied, tracking a loan through servicer changes, and checking for open liens before a purchase. Search them through the Mobile County records search, or see the public records page for more options.
How to Search Mobile County, AL Property Records
Mobile County property documents are recorded by the Probate Court's records office in downtown Mobile. You can search online, call, or visit in person, and results can include deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases, parcel details, and foreclosure notices.
The Mobile County public records page is the main official resource. For direct searching, use the Mobile County records search. Enter a name, document type, or date range, review the matches, and note the recording details. Searching by grantor or grantee name works well.
The Records Office is at 151 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602, open Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, phone 251-574-6040. To file documents, see the document recording page for recording and electronic filing information.
Deeds on file run from September 21, 1992 to August 28, 2025, so most modern transactions should be searchable online.
Mobile Registrar of Deeds
The Mobile County Probate Office is located at 151 Government Street, Mobile, AL, 36602 and can be reached at 251-574-6040. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through probate.mobilecountyal.gov or the official website probate.mobilecountyal.gov.
Mobile County Records Office
Mobile County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Mobile County property records by address?
Use the Mobile County records search and enter a name or document details tied to the property. If an address search comes up empty, call the Records Office at 251-574-6040.
How can I find property owners in Mobile County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Search the records search by name or document type and read the grantee on the most recent deed. The Records Office at 151 Government Street in Mobile can also assist.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Mobile County?
Assessed values come from county tax records, which cover 84.28% of the population for assessment year 2024, with the latest assessor update on December 9, 2024. Call 251-574-6040 for direction to the office that handles assessments.
Where can I find Mobile County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are tied to the parcel and handled by county tax offices. Call the Records Office at 251-574-6040 for the correct department, and have an owner name or parcel number ready. Tax records exist for tax year 2024.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Mobile County?
Visit the Mobile County public records page or use the records search. Deeds run from September 21, 1992 to August 28, 2025, and mortgages from June 1, 2004.
Where can I access Mobile County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 211,664 parcels. For parcel maps and GIS layers, call the Records Office at 251-574-6040 and ask which county office maintains current mapping. Have an address or parcel number ready so staff can direct you.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Mobile County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local building and planning offices, and rules differ between the City of Mobile, other municipalities, and unincorporated areas. Call 251-574-6040 for a referral, and give the property address so staff can identify the right office.
How can I create a list of property owners in Mobile County?
Collect owner names from deeds in the records search, narrowing by name or date range. The county has 142,682 residential and 8,480 commercial parcels. For bulk requests, call the Records Office at 251-574-6040 to ask what is available.