Bent County, CO Property Records
Property records in Bent, Colorado document important details about real estate, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property classifications, tax information, sales history, and recorded documents such as deeds or transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, estimate property taxes, review valuation data, or understand a property’s history.
Official Bent property records are maintained through local government offices, primarily the Bent County Assessor for assessment and parcel information and the Clerk and Recorder for recorded land documents. Users can begin by visiting the county’s official property records resources to find assessment details, contact information, and guidance on accessing public real estate records.
Bent County, CO Property Records & Statistics
Bent County has a median rent of $836, below the Colorado median of $1,020 and just under the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 18.41% of occupied homes, lower than the state's 25.3% and the national 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value is $95,000, far below Colorado's $341,200 and below the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.52% is higher than the state's 0.38% but lower than the national 0.74%. Homes are inexpensive to buy, but owners pay a higher rate than the Colorado average.
Median household income is $41,346, well below the state's $65,821 and the national $65,108. Rents that are close to the national level therefore take a larger bite out of typical earnings than they would elsewhere. The unemployment rate is 3.55%, above Colorado's 2.71% and the national 2.87%, suggesting a softer job market.
Overall, the figures describe a low-cost rural county with very low home values, lower incomes, a high rate of ownership, and unemployment above the state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Bent
Bent County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 5,377 total parcels, and tax records cover 86.09% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 6,442 deeds and 2,011 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 1,648 properties, last updated August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 5,377 |
| Residential Parcels | 2,837 |
| Commercial Parcels | 198 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 86.09% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 6,442 |
| Mortgage Records | 2,011 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,648 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 4 |
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 removed from the property.
Bent County has 761 assignment and release records. They include 77 assignment documents and 683 release documents, plus 1 other document. Assignments were recorded from December 11, 2020, through August 12, 2025, and releases from December 7, 2020, through August 20, 2025.
These records help property researchers see who holds a mortgage and whether earlier loans were paid off. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to follow a loan between lenders, confirm that a past mortgage was released, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Bent County, CO Property Records
Bent County recorded property documents are kept by the Clerk and Recorder's Office in Las Animas. Its records cover the county's 5,377 parcels and include deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, valuation data, and foreclosure filings.
Start with the Bent County Clerk and Recorder's Office page, the county's official site for the office. It is the main resource for information on recorded documents and recording services.
To search, collect the property address, the owner's name, or a parcel number. Contact the office with the most complete detail you have, ask for the deed or mortgage tied to the property, and confirm the owner of record and the recording date. Deed records in the county's data begin January 3, 2006, and mortgage records January 5, 2006.
The office is at 725 Bent Ave, Las Animas, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 719-456-2009 if you need help finding a record or want to know how to request copies.
Bent Registrar of Deeds
The Bent County Probate Office is located at 725 Bent Ave, Las Animas, CO, 81054 and can be reached at 719-456-2009. Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. Records can be accessed through the official website bentcounty.net.
Bent County Clerk and Recorder’s Office
Bent County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Bent County property records by address?
Call or visit the Bent County Clerk and Recorder's Office at 719-456-2009 with the property address, and staff can help locate recorded deeds and mortgages. If the address doesn't match, provide the owner's name or parcel number instead.
How can I find property owners in Bent County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Ask the Clerk and Recorder's Office at 719-456-2009 for the latest deed on a property, giving the address or owner name. The county has 6,442 deed records beginning January 3, 2006, covering most recent ownership changes. Details are also on the office page.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Bent County?
The county's tax records reflect assessment year 2024, with the last assessor update on March 24, 2025. For the assessed value of a specific property, call the Bent County Clerk and Recorder's Office at 719-456-2009 and ask for the office that handles valuation.
Where can I find Bent County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are separate from recorded documents. Call the Clerk and Recorder's Office at 719-456-2009 and ask which office issues tax statements for your parcel. Have the parcel number or property address ready. The county's Clerk and Recorder page is a starting point.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Bent County?
Deeds, mortgages, and releases are recorded with the Bent County Clerk and Recorder's Office. Visit 725 Bent Ave, Las Animas, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, or call 719-456-2009 to ask how to request copies.
Where can I access Bent County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 5,377 parcels, including 2,837 residential and 198 commercial parcels. For parcel maps, call the Bent County Clerk and Recorder's Office at 719-456-2009 and ask which office maintains mapping data. Recorded deeds help confirm legal descriptions.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Bent County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county or town offices rather than the recorder. Call the Clerk and Recorder's Office at 719-456-2009 for a referral to the right department. If the property is inside a town such as Las Animas, also ask that town's office about its own permits and zoning.
How can I create a list of property owners in Bent County?
Owner details are available one property at a time. For a larger list or bulk request, call the Bent County Clerk and Recorder's Office at 719-456-2009 and ask what can be provided and how to request it.