Sebastian County, AR Property Records
Property records in Sebastian, Arkansas document important details about real estate, including ownership history, parcel numbers, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, sales data, plats, deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm property boundaries, or investigate a property’s transaction history.
Official Sebastian property records are maintained by Sebastian County offices, including the Assessor for parcel and valuation information, the Collector for property tax records, and the Circuit Clerk/Recorder for deeds and other recorded documents. Users can begin with the county’s official online resources for Sebastian property records or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies and detailed record requests.
Sebastian County, AR Property Records & Statistics
Sebastian County has a median rent of $793, above the Arkansas median of $686 but below the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $139,100, higher than the state's $102,800 and below the national figure of $173,750. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 27.38% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 22.52% and the national share of 21.81%, reflecting the demand for rentals in the Fort Smith area.
The county's median property tax rate is 0.63%, above the state rate of 0.55% and below the national rate of 0.74%. Moderate home values combined with a rate near the middle of the range mean property taxes are manageable by national standards.
The median household income is $58,528, higher than the state figure of $49,346 but below the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 2.31%, lower than both the state rate of 2.69% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, Sebastian County shows a stronger housing market and economy than most of Arkansas, with higher rents and values, above-average incomes, low unemployment, and a large renter population.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Sebastian
Sebastian County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 60,782 total parcels, including 51,079 residential and 4,274 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 95.7% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 116,464 deeds and 55,978 mortgages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 60,782 |
| Residential Parcels | 51,079 |
| Commercial Parcels | 4,274 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.7% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 116,464 |
| Mortgage Records | 55,978 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 37,830 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 6,624 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien cleared.
Sebastian County has 108,860 assignment and release records, including 12,045 assignment documents recorded January 3, 2005, through August 20, 2025, and 96,533 release documents recorded January 3, 2005, through August 29, 2025, plus 282 other documents. Search recorded documents through the Sebastian County deed documents search.
Buyers, owners, and researchers use these records to confirm past loans were released, follow a mortgage between lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Sebastian County, AR Property Records
Sebastian County property records are kept by the Assessor, the Treasurer and Collector, and the County Clerk and Recorder. Together they cover the county's 60,782 parcels, with ownership, assessed values, tax details, and recorded transactions.
For parcel and assessment information, use the Sebastian County online property assessment and the Sebastian County GIS parcel map. Taxes can be paid through the Sebastian County online tax payment portal. For recorded documents, use the Sebastian County deed documents search; the Sebastian County Clerk/Recorder page also offers eRecording.
The Clerk/Recorder is at 35 South 6 St., Fort Smith, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M., at 479-782-5065. The Assessor's Fort Smith office handles real estate questions at 479-784-1516.
Have the address, owner name, or parcel number ready, review the matching results, and open the record that fits the property.
Sebastian Registrar of Deeds
The Sebastian County Probate Office is located at 35 South 6 St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901 and can be reached at 479-782-5065. Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. – 5:30 P.M. Records can be accessed through sebastiancountyar.gov or the official website sebastiancountyar.gov.
Sebastian County Clerk/Recorder
Sebastian County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Sebastian County property records by address?
Use the Sebastian County online property assessment or the GIS parcel map to find a parcel by address. If the address does not match, try a shorter version, or call the Assessor's real estate line at 479-784-1516. The county has 60,782 parcels.
How can I find property owners in Sebastian County?
Ownership appears in assessment records, available through the Sebastian County online property assessment. For the deed that transferred ownership, use the deed documents search. The County Clerk/Recorder at 479-782-5065 can also assist at 35 South 6 St., Fort Smith.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Sebastian County?
Look up the parcel in the Sebastian County online property assessment. Tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. For questions, call the Assessor's real estate line at 479-784-1516 in Fort Smith or 479-996-6591 in Greenwood. Offices are open Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
Where can I find Sebastian County property tax bills and payment records?
Pay and look up taxes through the Sebastian County online tax payment portal, available around the clock, or see the Pay Taxes page. The Collector's office at 35 S 6th St., Room 105, Fort Smith, can be reached at 479-783-4163, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Sebastian County?
Search the deed documents search for recorded deeds, or visit the County Clerk/Recorder at 35 South 6 St., Fort Smith. The county has 116,464 deed records, recorded from January 3, 2006 to August 22, 2025. New documents can be submitted through eRecording.
Where can I access Sebastian County parcel maps and GIS information?
Use the Sebastian County GIS parcel map, which shows parcels across the county's 60,782 parcels. Search by address or location and open a parcel for details. Parcel maps are references and not legal surveys. For help, call the Assessor's real estate line at 479-784-1516.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Sebastian County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on location. For property inside Fort Smith, Greenwood, or another city, contact that city's office. For unincorporated land, call the County Clerk at 479-782-5065 or the Assessor at 479-784-1516 and ask which office handles building and land use questions for the address.
How can I create a list of property owners in Sebastian County?
The online tools are built for property-by-property lookups. For a list of owners, call the Assessor's real estate line at 479-784-1516 or the Clerk/Recorder at 479-782-5065 and describe the area or date range you need. Narrow requests are easiest for staff to fill.