Hempstead County, AR Property Records
Property records in Hempstead, Arkansas provide official information about real estate ownership, parcel descriptions, assessed values, property tax history, transfers, deeds, plats, and related recorded instruments. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm legal descriptions, or examine a property’s transaction history.
Official Hempstead property records are maintained by Hempstead County offices, including the Assessor for parcel and valuation information, the Collector for tax records, and the Circuit Clerk/Recorder for deeds and other recorded documents. Users can find office details and access available public record resources through the county’s official Hempstead County property record offices.
Hempstead County, AR Property Records & Statistics
Hempstead County's median rent is $701, a little higher than the Arkansas median of $686 and well below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $99,150, lower than the state's $102,800 and far under the national $173,750. Housing is inexpensive, close to the state norm and low by national standards.
The median property tax rate is 0.49%, compared with 0.55% for Arkansas and 0.74% nationally. A lower tax rate on modestly priced homes keeps the annual cost of ownership light.
Income is lower than the benchmarks. Median household income in the county is $39,351.50, compared with $49,346 statewide and $65,108 nationally, so households earn noticeably less than the typical Arkansas household. The unemployment rate of 2.67% is just under the state's 2.69% and below the national 2.87%, so joblessness is in line with surrounding averages.
Renter-occupied housing accounts for 13.43% of occupied homes, below the state's 22.52% and the national 21.81%. Most households own their homes, and the relatively small rental market suggests that renters have fewer options than in larger Arkansas communities.
In sum, Hempstead County combines low housing costs and a light tax rate with household incomes that trail the state and nation, a profile typical of smaller Arkansas markets with an owner-heavy housing stock.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Hempstead
Hempstead County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 21,116 total parcels, including 12,021 residential and 920 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 80.84% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 15,060 deeds and 6,677 mortgages, with valuation data for 5,603 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 21,116 |
| Residential Parcels | 12,021 |
| Commercial Parcels | 920 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 80.84% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 15,060 |
| Mortgage Records | 6,677 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 5,603 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 149 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage once it has been recorded. An assignment shows that a loan moved from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Hempstead County has 2,913 assignment and release records available for research. They include 231 assignment documents, recorded from January 11, 2021, through August 20, 2025, and 2,679 release documents, recorded from August 29, 2008, through September 4, 2025, along with 3 other documents.
These records help owners and buyers confirm that past loans were paid off and see how a mortgage changed hands. They are valuable before a sale or refinance, when any open lien needs to be found. Release records reach back further than assignments, so they cover more of the county's older loans. The small number of assignments suggests that most mortgages here have stayed with their original lenders.
How to Search Hempstead County, AR Property Records
Hempstead County property records are held by the Assessor, the Collector, and the Circuit Clerk in Hope. The Hempstead County Assessor, 870-777-6190, values property for tax purposes, and the county's site links to a Hempstead County real estate search where parcels, owners, and assessments for the county's 21,116 parcels can be looked up.
Tax bills are the job of the Hempstead County Collector, at 200 E 3rd St., 870-777-4103, open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Taxes can be paid online through the state's property tax payment page, where a card fee applies. Recorded deeds and mortgages are filed with the Hempstead County Circuit Clerk, 200 E 3rd St., Hope, at 870-777-2384.
Start with an address, owner name, or parcel number in the real estate search, then take that information to the clerk for recorded documents. The clerk's forms and documents page lists forms the office uses.
Keep the property address, owner name, or parcel number nearby, and call ahead to confirm hours, since the courthouse offices close slightly earlier than some other county offices. If a search returns too many results, add a street name or first name to narrow it. The offices can also help match a parcel to its current owner and confirm which documents are on file in the county.
Hempstead Registrar of Deeds
The Hempstead County Probate Office is located at 200 E 3rd St., Hope, AR, 71801 and can be reached at 870-777-2384. Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Records can be accessed through the official website hempsteadcountyar.com.
Hempstead County Circuit Clerk
Hempstead County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Hempstead County property records by address?
Use the county's real estate search and enter the street address to find the parcel and its assessment details. If nothing comes up, try a shorter version of the address. The Hempstead County Assessor at 870-777-6190 can help locate a parcel. Searching by owner last name also works if you are unsure of the address.
How can I find property owners in Hempstead County?
Owner names are part of the assessment records available in the Hempstead County real estate search. For recorded deeds that show how ownership was transferred, contact the Hempstead County Circuit Clerk at 870-777-2384, 200 E 3rd St., Hope. Searching by last name first, then narrowing by address, usually helps. Staff can also confirm which parcel number applies.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Hempstead County?
The Hempstead County Assessor is responsible for valuing property in the county, and the current records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Look up a parcel through the real estate search, or call the Assessor's Office at 870-777-6190 with questions about how a property was valued. The record shows the assessment year so you can tell how current the value is.
Where can I find Hempstead County property tax bills and payment records?
The Hempstead County Collector bills and collects property taxes. Look up a bill and pay online through the state's property tax payment page, or visit the office at 200 E 3rd St., Hope, weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Call 870-777-4103 with billing questions. The collector's office does not take credit cards by phone, so plan to pay online, by mail, or in person.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Hempstead County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are filed with the Hempstead County Circuit Clerk, 200 E 3rd St., Hope. Call 870-777-2384 or visit Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Bring an owner name, address, or approximate recording date to speed up the search. The clerk's forms page lists documents that the office uses for recording and filing.
Where can I access Hempstead County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's real estate record search is the starting point for locating a parcel, and the Hempstead County Assessor at 870-777-6190 can help you find one. Parcel maps are a reference tool and are not a legal survey of a property's boundaries. Staff can explain how a parcel number relates to the property you are researching.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Hempstead County?
Call the Hempstead County courthouse at 870-777-7800 and ask which office handles the permit or zoning question for your project. Properties inside Hope or another city follow that city's own permit and zoning rules, so contact the municipality as well before starting construction. Having a short description of the project ready will help staff direct you.
How can I create a list of property owners in Hempstead County?
The county's search tools are built for one parcel at a time. To ask for a larger list of owners, call the Assessor's Office at 870-777-6190 and ask what can be provided. The Circuit Clerk at 870-777-2384 can explain requests for recorded documents. Fees or a written request may apply for larger lists.