Baca County, CO Property Records
Property records in Baca, Colorado document ownership, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property classifications, tax information, and recorded transfers for real estate within Baca County. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review valuation history, estimate taxes, or confirm property details before a transaction.
Official Baca property records are maintained by county offices, including the Assessor for valuation and parcel information and the Clerk and Recorder for recorded documents such as deeds and liens. Users can begin their search through the county’s official property records resources or contact the appropriate Baca County office for certified copies, recording details, or assistance with parcel-specific questions.
Baca County, CO Property Records & Statistics
Baca County has a median rent of $500, well below the Colorado median of $1,020 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 21.37% of occupied homes, a little under the state's 25.3% and close to the national 21.81%, so the large majority of households own their homes.
The median home value is $81,300, far below Colorado's $341,200 and the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.42% is slightly above the state's 0.38% but well under the national 0.74%. Buyers face very low purchase prices, with a tax rate that is close to the state average and lighter than the national one.
Median household income is $46,500, lower than the state's $65,821 and the national $65,108, which fits with the county's much lower housing costs. The unemployment rate is 1.08%, well under Colorado's 2.71% and the national 2.87%, indicating that jobs are comparatively available for those who are seeking work.
Overall, the figures describe an affordable rural county with low rents and home values, modest incomes, a high rate of home ownership, and unemployment far below the state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Baca
Baca County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, and property valuations. The county has 8,858 total parcels, and tax records cover 90.79% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 8,801 deeds and 2,731 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 883 properties, last updated August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 8,858 |
| Residential Parcels | 1,674 |
| Commercial Parcels | 555 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 90.79% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | July 7, 2025 |
| Deed Records | 8,801 |
| Mortgage Records | 2,731 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 883 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
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, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Baca County has 1,004 assignment and release records. They include 29 assignment documents and 974 release documents, plus 1 other document. Assignments were recorded from June 30, 2021, through June 3, 2025, and releases from September 1, 2020, through September 2, 2025.
For property research, these records help show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans were paid off. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to follow a loan between lenders, confirm that an old mortgage was released, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Baca County, CO Property Records
Baca County property records are maintained by county offices in Springfield. The Clerk and Recorder keeps recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages, while the Assessor values property for tax purposes. Together they cover the county's 8,858 parcels, with ownership, assessment, valuation, and recorded transaction information.
For recorded documents, start with the Baca County Clerk and Recorder page, and see the Baca County recording information page for how recording works. For valuation and assessment questions, visit the Baca County Assessor page.
To search, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Contact the office that keeps the record you need, ask for the deed, mortgage, or assessment for that property, and confirm details such as the owner of record and recording date. Deed and mortgage records in the county's data begin January 3, 2006.
The Clerk and Recorder is at 741 Main Street, Suite #3, Springfield, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 719-523-4372 for recorded documents or 719-523-4332 to reach the Assessor.
Baca County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Baca County property records by address?
Contact the Baca County Assessor at 719-523-4332 with the property address, and staff can help locate the parcel. For recorded deeds and mortgages, call the Clerk and Recorder at 719-523-4372. If the address doesn't match, give the owner's name or parcel number.
How can I find property owners in Baca County?
Owners are listed in assessment records and on recorded deeds. Call the Baca County Assessor at 719-523-4332 to confirm the owner of a parcel, or ask the Clerk and Recorder at 719-523-4372 for the most recent recorded deed. The county has 8,801 deed records starting January 3, 2006.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Baca County?
The Assessor values real and personal property in the county. The county's tax records reflect assessment year 2024, with the last assessor update on July 7, 2025. Visit the Baca County Assessor page or call 719-523-4332 with the address or parcel number for a specific value.
Where can I find Baca County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax statements and payment records are kept separately from recorded documents. Call the Baca County Assessor at 719-523-4332 or the Clerk and Recorder at 719-523-4372 and ask which office issues bills for your parcel. Have the parcel number or property address ready when you call.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Baca County?
Deeds, mortgages, and releases are recorded with the Baca County Clerk and Recorder. Visit 741 Main Street, Suite #3, Springfield, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, or call 719-523-4372. Recording costs are outlined on the recording information page.
Where can I access Baca County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 8,858 parcels, including 1,674 residential and 555 commercial parcels. For parcel maps, call the Baca County Assessor at 719-523-4332 and ask what mapping is available. A recorded deed can help confirm a parcel's legal description.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Baca County?
Call the Clerk and Recorder at 719-523-4372 and ask which county office handles building permits and land use for your area. If the property is inside a town such as Springfield, also check with the town office, since it may handle its own permits and zoning.
How can I create a list of property owners in Baca County?
Owner information is available one property at a time through the Assessor and the Clerk and Recorder. For a larger list or bulk request, call the Baca County Assessor at 719-523-4332 and ask what can be provided and how to request it.