Clay County, AR Property Records
Property records in Clay, Arkansas document key details about real estate in Clay County, including ownership information, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax data, and recorded instruments such as deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, reviewing tax assessments, preparing real estate transactions, and conducting due diligence before buying or selling land or buildings.
Official Clay property records are maintained by county offices: the Clay County Assessor handles assessment and parcel information, while the Circuit Clerk/Recorder maintains recorded land documents. Users can find office details and access guidance through the county’s Clay County Assessor property records page or by contacting the appropriate county office directly for certified copies and official searches.
Clay County, AR Property Records & Statistics
Clay County, in the northeast corner of Arkansas, offers housing costs that are close to the state averages and well below national levels. The median rent is $681.50, just under the Arkansas median of $686 and far below the national $840.25. The median home value is $86,100, compared with $102,800 statewide and $173,750 nationally, which makes buying a home here considerably cheaper than in most of the country.
The county's median property tax rate is 0.54%, a shade below the state rate of 0.55% and clearly below the national rate of 0.74%. With modest home values and a light rate, annual property tax bills for typical homeowners remain low.
The median household income is $43,097, under the Arkansas figure of $49,346 and well below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 4%, higher than the state's 2.69% and the national 2.87%, which suggests a tighter job market than in other parts of Arkansas.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 25.14% of homes, above the state share of 22.52% and the national share of 21.81%. That gives renters a somewhat larger presence here than average, in a county where lower incomes and low home prices shape both buying and renting decisions, and where affordability is a defining feature of the market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Clay
Clay County's property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 16,643 total parcels, including 10,035 residential and 715 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 94.2% of the population. Recorder files hold 7,775 deed records and 5,437 mortgage records, and 4,699 properties have valuation data, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 16,643 |
| Residential Parcels | 10,035 |
| Commercial Parcels | 715 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.2% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 7,775 |
| Mortgage Records | 5,437 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,699 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 722 |
How to Search Clay County, AR Property Records
Clay County property records are kept by three offices, with courthouses in Piggott and Corning. The Assessor's office maintains assessment and parcel records for the county's 16,643 parcels and can be reached at 870-598-3870 in Piggott or 870-857-3133 in Corning. The Collector handles tax bills, and the Circuit Clerk, who also serves as the county recorder, files deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents.
For recorded documents, see the Clay County Circuit Clerk page, or call the office at 870-598-2524 in Piggott or 870-857-3271 in Corning. The Piggott office is at 151 South 2nd Avenue and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Additional details are on the Circuit Clerk department page.
For assessments and taxes, see the Clay County Assessor's Office and the Clay County Collector's Office pages. The Arkansas Property Tax Center lists statewide tools for assessment and payment, where counties offer them.
Have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Call the Assessor for the parcel and its value, the Circuit Clerk for the deed history, and the Collector at 870-598-2667 for taxes owed. Staff can explain which records are available and how to request copies, and they can direct you to a different office when your question concerns values or taxes instead of recorded documents.
Clay Registrar of Deeds
The Clay County Probate Office is located at 151 South 2nd Ave, Piggott, AR, 72454 and can be reached at 870-598-2524. Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. Records can be accessed through the official website ee-clay.ark.org.
Clay County Circuit Clerk
Clay County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Clay County property records by address?
Call the Clay County Assessor's Office at 870-598-3870 in Piggott or 870-857-3133 in Corning and give the property address, and staff can help locate the parcel among the county's 16,643 parcels. You can also review the Clay County Assessor's Office page for contact details and see the Arkansas Property Tax Center for statewide online tools.
How can I find property owners in Clay County?
Owner names are part of the assessment records maintained by the Clay County Assessor's Office, reachable at 870-598-3870 or 870-857-3133. To find the deed that transferred ownership, contact the Clay County Circuit Clerk at 870-598-2524, which serves as county recorder. Having the address or parcel number ready speeds up the search.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Clay County?
The Assessor's Office sets the assessed value of each parcel, and Clay County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on September 27, 2024. Call 870-598-3870 in Piggott or 870-857-3133 in Corning to ask about a specific parcel's assessed value, or read about the office on its department page.
Where can I find Clay County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled by the Clay County Collector's Office. Call the county at 870-598-2667 to ask about a bill, how to pay, or past payment records. The county's offices are in Piggott at 151 South 2nd Avenue and in Corning. Ask for proof of payment for earlier years if you need it for your records.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Clay County?
Deeds, mortgages, and related documents are recorded with the Clay County Circuit Clerk, who is also the county recorder. Call 870-598-2524 in Piggott or 870-857-3271 in Corning. The Piggott office at 151 South 2nd Avenue is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., and can explain how to request copies of recorded documents.
Where can I access Clay County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and boundary information come from the Clay County Assessor, who maintains the parcel records. Call 870-598-3870 in Piggott or 870-857-3133 in Corning to ask what mapping resources are available. Maps are a reference and not a legal survey, so use a licensed surveyor and the recorded deed whenever boundaries are important.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Clay County?
For permit and zoning questions, call the Clay County courthouse at 870-598-2667 in Piggott and ask to be directed to the right office. If the property is inside a city or town such as Piggott or Corning, check with that city first, since municipal permit and zoning rules can differ from what applies in unincorporated areas of the county.
How can I create a list of property owners in Clay County?
The county's records are set up for individual property lookups. For a list of owners, call the Assessor's Office at 870-598-3870 or 870-857-3133 and ask what can be provided and in what format. Staff can explain whether a request is possible and whether any fees apply, and the Assessor's Office page has current contact information.