Lake County, CA Property Records
Property records in Lake, California, document important information about real estate within Lake County, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property transfers, maps, and recorded documents such as deeds. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review property history, estimate tax obligations, or confirm details for legal and financial transactions.
Users can access official property records through the Lake County Assessor-Recorder’s office, which maintains assessment information and recorded land documents for properties in the county. For accurate and current information, start with the county’s source for official property records, where you can find office details, available services, and guidance on searching or requesting records.
Lake County, CA Property Records & Statistics
Lake County has a median rent of $1,158, compared with $1,260 across California and $840.25 nationally. Rent in the county runs below the state figure and above the national figure, a gap that reflects how much housing costs here differ from the rest of the state. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 29.05% of occupied homes, against 33.49% statewide and 21.81% across the country, so owner-occupants make up a larger part of the market than they do in California overall.
The median home value in Lake County is $330,700, below California's $403,775 and above the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate is 0.68%, lower than the state rate of 0.69% and lower than the national rate of 0.74%. For owners, that combination sets the price of buying a home and the yearly cost of holding it.
Median household income is $65,012, below the state figure of $78,109.75 and below the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 5.29% compares with 3.72% in California and 2.87% nationally, so the local job market is weaker than the state's and weaker than the nation's.
Taken together, the figures give a clear view of local housing costs, property values, taxes, income, and employment in Lake County.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lake
Lake County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 65,349 total parcels, including 56,993 residential and 3,116 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 93.18% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 288,920 deeds and 71,452 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 19,623 properties, with the latest valuation update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 65,349 |
| Residential Parcels | 56,993 |
| Commercial Parcels | 3,116 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.18% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 288,920 |
| Mortgage Records | 71,452 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 19,623 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 40,399 |
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 paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Lake County has 78,997 assignment and release records available for research. They include 14,895 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005 through August 26, 2025, and 63,939 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005 through August 29, 2025, along with 163 other documents.
For property research, these records help show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans have been satisfied. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to confirm that past mortgages were released, trace a loan as it moved between lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The recording dates also make it easier to focus on documents filed during a particular period in a property's history.
How to Search Lake County, CA Property Records
Property records in Lake County are maintained through the Lake County Assessor-Recorder. The office keeps recorded deeds, mortgages, and related real estate documents, and county records cover 65,349 parcels. Searches can be done online, by phone, or in person, and the records show owners, recorded transactions, loans, and liens.
To look up recorded documents, use the Lake County official records search, the online portal for searching official records. For background on the office and its services, visit the Lake County Assessor-Recorder website. Document requirements and request forms are available on the Lake County recorder forms page.
Tax bills are covered by the Lake County Tax Collector, and parcels can be viewed through Lake County Maps and GIS.
You can also reach the office in person at 255 N Forbes Street, Lakeport, CA 95453, or by phone at 707-263-2302. It is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Before searching, have the property address, owner name, or document number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the matching results, and open the record that fits the property you are researching. If a record doesn't appear online, call the office and ask staff to help.
Lake Registrar of Deeds
The Lake County Probate Office is located at 255 N Forbes Street, Lakeport, CA, 95453 and can be reached at 707-263-2302. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through publicapps2.lakecountyca.gov or the official website lakecountyca.gov.
Lake County Assessor-Recorder
Lake County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lake County property records by address?
Start with the Lake County official records search and enter the property address or the owner's name to locate recorded documents tied to the property. If the address doesn't return a match, try a shorter version of the street name. You can also call the Lake County Assessor-Recorder at 707-263-2302 for help finding a record.
How can I find property owners in Lake County?
Ownership is shown in recorded deeds, which you can search through the Lake County official records search. Search by name or property details and review the most recent deed for the parcel. For help confirming current ownership, call the Lake County Assessor-Recorder at 707-263-2302 or visit the office at 255 N Forbes Street, Lakeport, CA 95453.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lake County?
The county's latest assessment year is 2025. Valuation records are maintained by the Lake County Assessor-Recorder; for a specific parcel, call 707-263-2302.
Where can I find Lake County property tax bills and payment records?
Bills are handled by the Lake County Tax Collector; see the Property Tax page for due dates. The office is at 255 N. Forbes St., Room 215, Lakeport, phone 707-263-2234.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lake County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents can be searched through the Lake County official records search. For copies or recording requirements, see the recorder forms or visit the Lake County Assessor-Recorder at 255 N Forbes Street, Lakeport, CA 95453. The office is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and can be reached at 707-263-2302.
Where can I access Lake County parcel maps and GIS information?
Lake County's Maps and GIS page hosts a parcel viewer showing zoning, flood zones, soil type and natural hazards, along with other viewers for fire hazard zones and terrain.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lake County?
Zoning questions go to Lake County Planning, and the Permits & Processes page explains how to apply. The Community Development Department is at 255 N. Forbes Street, Lakeport, phone 707-263-2382.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lake County?
The Lake County official records search supports record-by-record searches, which can be used to build a list one property at a time. For larger or bulk requests, call the Lake County Assessor-Recorder at 707-263-2302 to ask what is available, and review the recorder forms for request requirements.