Yell County, AR Property Records
Property records in Yell, Arkansas document land and real estate ownership within Yell County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel descriptions, ownership history, assessed values, property tax information, and related filing details. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property boundaries, preparing real estate transactions, reviewing tax obligations, and conducting title or historical property research.
Official Yell property records are maintained by county offices such as the Yell County Assessor, which handles assessment and parcel information, and the Circuit Clerk, which records deeds and other land instruments. Users can access official information through the county’s official property records resources or by contacting the appropriate Yell County office directly.
Yell County, AR Property Records & Statistics
Yell County has a median rent of $655.50, below the Arkansas median of $686 and the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $119,200, higher than the state's $102,800 but well under the national $173,750, so homes cost more than the typical Arkansas home while staying affordable by national standards.
The median property tax rate is 0.5%, lower than the state rate of 0.55% and the national rate of 0.74%. For homeowners, that means home prices above the state level paired with a lighter ongoing tax rate.
Median household income is $56,250, higher than Arkansas at $49,346 but below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.01% is lower than both the state rate of 2.69% and the national rate of 2.87%, indicating stronger employment conditions than average.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 29.85% of homes in the county, above the state share of 22.52% and the national share of 21.81%. Even so, most households own their homes, and the figures describe a county with solid incomes, low unemployment, and moderate housing costs.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Yell
Yell County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 21,403 total parcels, including 12,240 residential and 447 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 87.76% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 15,423 deeds and 14,014 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 4,864 properties, with the latest valuation update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 21,403 |
| Residential Parcels | 12,240 |
| Commercial Parcels | 447 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.76% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 15,423 |
| Mortgage Records | 14,014 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,864 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 520 |
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 satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Yell County has 14,153 assignment and release records available for research. They include 1,734 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to December 6, 2021, and 12,377 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to December 8, 2021, along with 42 other documents.
For property research, these records help show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans have been paid off. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to follow a loan between lenders and to identify mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The date range also helps focus on documents recorded in a specific period.
How to Search Yell County, AR Property Records
Yell County property records are kept by several county offices, with locations in both Danville and Dardanelle. The Assessor values real and personal property, the Tax Collector handles property tax bills, and the Circuit/County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and other documents. Together they cover the county's 21,403 parcels, including ownership, assessed values, tax details, and recorded transactions.
For assessment questions, contact the Yell County Assessor's Office, which can be reached at 479-495-4857 in Danville or 479-229-2693 in Dardanelle. Tax bills and payments go through the Yell County Tax Collector, at 479-495-4869 in Danville or 479-477-3121 in Dardanelle.
Recorded documents are handled by the Yell County Circuit/County Clerk, at 101 E 5th St., Danville, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Call 479-495-4850 for records requests.
Before searching or calling, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Share the most complete details you have, review what the office finds, and confirm the record matches the property you are researching.
Yell Registrar of Deeds
The Yell County Probate Office is located at 101 E 5th St., Danville, AR, 72833 and can be reached at 479-495-4850. Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. Records can be accessed through the official website yellcountyar.gov.
Yell County Circuit/County Clerk
Yell County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Yell County property records by address?
Contact the Yell County Assessor's Office with the property address, and staff can help locate the parcel. Call 479-495-4857 in Danville or 479-229-2693 in Dardanelle, or visit 101 E. 5th St., Danville, or 106 Union St., Dardanelle.
How can I find property owners in Yell County?
Owner names are part of the Assessor's records, so start with the Yell County Assessor's Office. For the recorded deed that transferred ownership, contact the Circuit/County Clerk at 479-495-4850.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Yell County?
The Yell County Assessor determines assessed values for real and personal property, and the county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Call the Assessor's Office at 479-495-4857 for a parcel's value or questions about an assessment.
Where can I find Yell County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes are handled by the Yell County Tax Collector. Call 479-495-4869 in Danville or 479-477-3121 in Dardanelle to ask about a bill, payment options, or the payment history for a parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Yell County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are filed with the Yell County Circuit/County Clerk. The Danville office at 101 E. 5th St. is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. and can be reached at 479-495-4850. The Dardanelle office is at 106 Union St., 479-229-4404.
Where can I access Yell County parcel maps and GIS information?
For parcel boundaries and map questions, call the Yell County Assessor's Office at 479-495-4857, which maintains the county's parcel records. Staff can explain what map information is available. Parcel maps are a reference and are not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Yell County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on where the property sits. For land inside a city such as Danville or Dardanelle, ask that city's office. For other properties, call the Yell County Circuit/County Clerk at 479-495-4850 to be directed to the right county office before you build.
How can I create a list of property owners in Yell County?
The county's offices handle requests property by property. For a larger list or bulk records, call the Yell County Assessor's Office at 479-495-4857 and ask what can be provided. Recorded ownership transfers can be requested from the Circuit/County Clerk at 479-495-4850.