Perry County, AL Property Records
Property records in Perry, Alabama provide key information about real estate in Perry County, including ownership history, parcel descriptions, assessed values, property tax details, plats, deeds, mortgages, and transfer records. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, attorneys, lenders, surveyors, and residents who need to verify ownership, research property boundaries, review tax obligations, or support real estate transactions and estate matters.
Official Perry property information is typically maintained by county offices such as the Perry County Revenue Commissioner for tax and assessment data and the Probate Office for recorded instruments like deeds and mortgages. Users can access official resources through the county’s Perry property records portal or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies and recording details.
Perry County, AL Property Records & Statistics
Perry County has a median rent of $541.50, far below the Alabama median of $722 and the national median of $840.25. Housing here is among the most affordable in the comparison, which reflects the county's small, rural market.
The median home value is $77,800, compared with $122,900 in Alabama and $173,750 nationally. The median property tax rate is 0.34%, a touch above the state rate of 0.33% and well under the national rate of 0.74%. With low values, the dollar amount of annual property taxes is likely to be small.
Median household income is $31,125, much lower than the state median of $50,535.50 and the national figure of $65,108. Unemployment is 6.66%, more than double the Alabama rate of 2.71% and the national rate of 2.87%, pointing to real economic pressure for local households.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 33.11% of homes, higher than the state share of 20.69% and the national share of 21.81%. The figures show an affordable but economically challenged county where renting is more common than in most of Alabama.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Perry
Perry County's tax assessor records include 10,623 total parcels and 9,116 residential parcels, with tax records covering 87.83% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The county also has 2,972 properties with valuation data and 42 Notice of Trustee Sale records under a Non-Judicial foreclosure process.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 10,623 |
| Residential Parcels | 9,116 |
| Commercial Parcels | 236 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.83% of the population |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 688 (April 1, 2011 to March 8, 2012) |
| Mortgage Records | 87 (April 4, 2011 to February 9, 2012) |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,972 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 42 |
How to Search Perry County, AL Property Records
Perry County property records are kept by the Probate Court in Marion, and the county offers an online way to browse public records. The Perry County Probate Judge page describes the office and its services, and is a good first stop before you visit or call.
To look up recorded documents, use the Perry County public records page. Records can include deeds and mortgages, and searching by owner name is usually the quickest way to find a specific property. Note the recording date and the names on each document so you can track ownership over time.
The county's data shows 10,623 parcels in the tax records, with the latest assessment year being 2024. For parcel valuation or tax questions, ask the office which county department can help, since those details are not part of the recorded documents themselves.
The Probate Court is at 300 Washington Street, Marion, AL, 36756, open Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, and can be reached at 334-683-2210.
Perry Registrar of Deeds
The Perry County Probate Office is located at 300 Washington Street, Marion, AL, 36756 and can be reached at 334-683-2210. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through perrycountyal.gov or the official website perrycountyal.gov.
Perry County Probate Court
Perry County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Perry County property records by address?
Begin with the Perry County public records page run by the Probate Court. If address searching is limited, try the owner's name. You can also call the Probate Court at 334-683-2210 or visit 300 Washington Street in Marion for assistance finding a record.
How can I find property owners in Perry County?
Current and past owners are named on recorded deeds. Use the public records page to search by name, then open the latest deed to see who holds title. For help interpreting results, call the Probate Court at 334-683-2210 during business hours.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Perry County?
Perry County has 10,623 parcels in its tax assessor records, and the latest assessment year is 2024. For a specific parcel's assessed value, call the county's tax assessment office. The Probate Court at 334-683-2210 can tell you which office to contact and what details to have ready.
Where can I find Perry County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled by the county's tax offices rather than the Probate Court. Call the Probate Court at 334-683-2210, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, and ask for the right contact. Provide the owner's name or parcel details so staff can direct you accurately.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Perry County?
Recorded deeds, mortgages and related instruments are filed with the Probate Court. Browse them on the public records page, or visit the office at 300 Washington Street, Marion. The Probate Judge page also describes the office's services.
Where can I access Perry County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are generally maintained by the county's mapping or tax assessment offices. Perry County has 10,623 parcels in its tax records. Call the Probate Court at 334-683-2210 and ask which office provides parcel maps and any public GIS tools available for the county.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Perry County?
Permits and zoning are normally handled by local building and planning offices rather than the Probate Court. Because rules can differ between the city of Marion and unincorporated areas, call the Probate Court at 334-683-2210 for direction and have the property address ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Perry County?
Build a list from recorded deeds by searching the public records page and noting each grantee. Organize your findings by parcel or street. For a larger list, call the Probate Court at 334-683-2210 and ask about copies or other options.