Pima County, AZ Property Records
Pima, Arizona, property records document important details about real estate within the town, including parcel boundaries, ownership history, assessed values, legal descriptions, tax information, recorded deeds, transfers, liens, and other land-related filings. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and real estate professionals who need to verify ownership, review property characteristics, estimate tax obligations, or confirm recorded transactions.
Because Pima is located in Graham County, official property information is maintained at the county level. Users can access assessment and parcel details through the Graham County Assessor’s property records, while recorded documents such as deeds and related filings may be available through the Graham County Recorder’s Office. Using official county sources helps ensure the information is current, authoritative, and appropriate for real estate, legal, or tax-related research.
Pima County, AZ Property Records & Statistics
Pima County has a median rent of $1,169, well above the Arizona median of $890 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 28.56% of occupied homes, compared with 22.77% in the state and 21.81% nationally, which points to a larger rental market than in most of Arizona.
The median home value is $264,400, far higher than the state's $176,850 and the national $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 0.82% is above both the state rate of 0.56% and the national rate of 0.74%, so higher home values here come with a heavier tax rate as well.
Median household income is $65,611, higher than Arizona's $56,902 and slightly above the national $65,108. That income helps offset some of the higher housing costs. The unemployment rate is 3.33%, a little below the state's 3.44% but above the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a higher-cost county than the rest of Arizona, with expensive homes and rents, a relatively large share of renters, and incomes that keep pace with the national median.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Pima
Pima County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 438,108 total parcels, including 376,612 residential and 17,312 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 95.82% of the population. Recorded documents include 1,988,457 deeds and 989,706 mortgages, and 324,192 properties have valuation data.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 438,108 |
| Residential Parcels | 376,612 |
| Commercial Parcels | 17,312 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.82% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 1,988,457 |
| Mortgage Records | 989,706 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 324,192 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 272,643 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that a mortgage was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Pima County has 1,083,547 assignment and release records, made up of 169,690 assignment documents and 913,236 release documents, along with 621 other documents. They were recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 29, 2025.
For property research, these records show who holds a mortgage and whether earlier loans have been satisfied. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to follow a loan between lenders and to spot mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance. They can be searched through the Pima County Recorder official records search.
How to Search Pima County, AZ Property Records
Pima County property records are held by several county offices. The Recorder keeps deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents, while the Treasurer handles property tax information. Together they cover the county's 438,108 parcels, including ownership, tax details, and recorded transactions.
To search recorded documents, use the Pima County Recorder official records search. It is the place to look for deeds, mortgages, and assignment and release documents. The Pima County Recorder website has office information, and the Pima County Recorder recording resources page offers forms and eRecording information.
For tax details, the Pima County Treasurer property search lets you find parcels by taxpayer, address, or other criteria and view tax statements.
To get started, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready, enter the most complete details you have, and open the result that matches. The Recorder's Downtown Office is at 240 N Stone Avenue, Tucson, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., and can be reached at 520-724-4350.
Pima Registrar of Deeds
The Pima County Probate Office is located at 240 N Stone Avenue, Tucson, AZ, 85701 and can be reached at 520-724-4350. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Records can be accessed through recorder.pima.gov or the official website recorder.pima.gov.
Pima County Recorder Downtown Office
Pima County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Pima County property records by address?
Use the Pima County Treasurer property search, which lets you look up parcels by address, taxpayer, or other criteria. For recorded documents tied to a property, try the Pima County Recorder official records search. If a search returns nothing, try a shorter version of the address.
How can I find property owners in Pima County?
The Treasurer's property search allows searches by taxpayer, so it can help you connect a parcel with its owner of record. To see the deed that transferred ownership, search the Pima County Recorder records, where deeds are available from January 4, 1989.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Pima County?
Valuation data is available for 324,192 Pima County properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025. Assessment information is maintained by the County Assessor, and the Treasurer's property search shows tax details for a parcel. The county's records reflect the 2025 assessment year.
Where can I find Pima County property tax bills and payment records?
The Pima County Treasurer collects property taxes. Use the Treasurer's property search to look up what you owe, view a tax statement, and pay online with a convenience fee. Most taxes are paid in two installments, due October 1 and March 1. The Treasurer's Office is at 240 N Stone Avenue, Tucson, at 520-724-8341.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Pima County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Pima County Recorder. Search them through the official records search. The county holds 1,988,457 deed records. The Downtown Office at 240 N Stone Avenue, Tucson, is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., at 520-724-4350.
Where can I access Pima County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Pima County Assessor and Recorder maintain the parcel and map records for the county's 438,108 parcels. For help locating a parcel map, contact the Recorder's Downtown Office at 520-724-4350 or the Treasurer at 520-724-8341, who can direct you to the right office.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Pima County?
Permit and zoning information is not part of the county's property record data. Contact the Pima County Recorder's Downtown Office at 520-724-4350 for help finding the right county office. Properties inside a city or town, such as Tucson, may follow that municipality's own permit and zoning rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Pima County?
The online tools are built for property-by-property lookups. Use the Treasurer's property search for owner and tax details, and the Recorder's records search for ownership transfers. For larger or bulk requests, contact the Recorder at 520-724-4350 to ask what is available.