Desha County, AR Property Records
Property records in Desha, Arkansas, document real estate ownership and land details within Desha County. These records typically include deeds, parcel descriptions, ownership history, assessed values, property tax information, plats, and records of transfers or liens. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and conducting title or historical research. Users can access official records through the Desha County Assessor, Collector, and Circuit Clerk offices, depending on the type of record needed. For county office information and access to official resources, visit the Desha County property records page through the county’s government website.
Desha County, AR Property Records & Statistics
Desha County has a median rent of $615, below the Arkansas median of $686 and well under the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 28.91% of occupied homes, higher than the state's 22.52% and the national 21.81%, so renting is more common here than elsewhere.
The median home value is $89,800, under the state's $102,800 and roughly half the national $173,750. The median property tax rate is 0.6%, which is above the state's 0.55% but still below the national rate of 0.74%. Owners pay a somewhat higher tax rate than the typical Arkansas owner, applied to lower-priced homes.
Median household income is $38,769, notably below the state's $49,346 and the national $65,108. Unemployment is 1.08%, lower than the state's 2.69% and the national 2.87%.
Overall, Desha County is a low-cost housing market with modest incomes. Rents and home values sit well below national levels, the property tax rate is slightly above the state's, and a large share of households rent. Low unemployment is a bright spot against the lower household income.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Desha
Desha County property records span tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosures. The county has 14,415 total parcels, including 11,815 residential and 655 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 85.78% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder lists 13,015 deeds and 5,854 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 3,078 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,415 |
| Residential Parcels | 11,815 |
| Commercial Parcels | 655 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 85.78% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 13,015 |
| Mortgage Records | 5,854 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,078 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 330 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignments and releases describe what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a loan moving from one lender to another, and a release shows that the debt was satisfied and the lien removed.
Desha County has 7,398 assignment and release records, including 868 assignment documents, 6,527 release documents, and 3 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 7, 2005, to August 26, 2025, and releases from April 13, 1993, to August 28, 2025, which gives the release records an especially long history.
Researchers can use them to see who holds a mortgage on a property and to confirm that older loans were paid off. This is helpful when reviewing a title, preparing to buy, or tracking how a property was financed over time.
How to Search Desha County, AR Property Records
Desha County's land records are kept by the Circuit Clerk & Recorder, who also records deeds and mortgages. The county has 14,415 parcels, with recorded documents available from 2006 and releases going back further. Start with the Desha County Circuit Clerk & Recorder website, the office's official site for records information.
The office is located at 604 President Ave., Arkansas City, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Call 870-877-2411 to ask how to request a search or copies of recorded documents.
To search, gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number and share the most complete details you have. Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are filed with the clerk, so the same office can help trace a property's ownership and financing history.
For assessed values and tax bills, ask the Circuit Clerk's office at 870-877-2411 to point you to the county Assessor or Collector. Having the parcel number ready makes those lookups faster.
Desha Registrar of Deeds
The Desha County Probate Office is located at 604 President Ave., Arkansas City, AR, 71630 and can be reached at 870-877-2411. Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. Records can be accessed through the official website deshacircuitclerk.com.
Desha County Circuit Clerk & Recorder
Desha County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Desha County property records by address?
Call the Desha County Circuit Clerk & Recorder at 870-877-2411 or visit 604 President Ave., Arkansas City, with the property address. Staff can help locate the parcel and its recorded documents. The clerk website has more on the office.
How can I find property owners in Desha County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds kept by the Circuit Clerk & Recorder. Start with the Desha County Circuit Clerk & Recorder website or call 870-877-2411 with an address or past owner's name to trace the current owner through the deed records.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Desha County?
Assessed values come from the county Assessor, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Call the Circuit Clerk & Recorder at 870-877-2411 to be directed to the Assessor, and bring the property address or parcel number.
Where can I find Desha County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled by the county Collector. Call the Circuit Clerk & Recorder at 870-877-2411 to be directed to that office, and have the parcel number or owner name ready to look up a bill and payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Desha County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Desha County Circuit Clerk & Recorder at 604 President Ave., Arkansas City. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., and can be reached at 870-877-2411.
Where can I access Desha County parcel maps and GIS information?
Call the Circuit Clerk & Recorder at 870-877-2411 and ask which county office keeps parcel maps. The Assessor's records cover 14,415 parcels, so the Assessor's office is the usual place to view parcel boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Desha County?
Permit and zoning requirements depend on the property's location. For land outside a city, call the Circuit Clerk & Recorder at 870-877-2411 to find the right county contact. Inside a city, check with that city's government.
How can I create a list of property owners in Desha County?
Lookups are done one property at a time through the clerk's records. For a larger list of owners, call the Circuit Clerk & Recorder at 870-877-2411 and ask what the office can provide, such as copies of recorded deeds over a period.