Costilla County, CO Property Records
Property records in Costilla, Colorado document ownership, valuation, and legal details for real estate within the county. These records may include parcel numbers, property descriptions, assessed values, tax information, ownership history, plats, deeds, liens, and related land records. They are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, title professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying property boundaries, tax obligations, or ownership status.
Users can access official Costilla property information through county offices, including the Assessor for parcel and valuation data and the Clerk and Recorder for recorded documents such as deeds and plats. For authoritative local information and office resources, visit the county’s official Costilla property records page.
Costilla County, CO Property Records & Statistics
Costilla County has a median rent of $766, below the $1,020 Colorado median and below the $840.25 national median. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 21.24% of occupied homes, lower than the state figure of 25.3% and just under the national figure of 21.81%, so homeownership is the norm in the county.
The median home value is $141,900, which is far below Colorado's $341,200 and also under the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.34% is lower than the state rate of 0.38% and less than half of the 0.74% national rate. Together, low values and a low rate keep the cost of owning a home modest.
Income is the main challenge. The median household income of $37,795 trails the state median of $65,821 and the national median of $65,108 by a wide margin. The unemployment rate of 3.36% is also above the state rate of 2.71% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Taken together, the figures describe an affordable, owner-dominated housing market where homes and taxes cost much less than elsewhere in Colorado, but where household incomes are lower and unemployment is somewhat higher than average. Anyone considering a purchase here should weigh these low costs against local earnings and employment opportunities.
Median Rent
Median Property Tax Rate
Median Home Value
Median Income
Unemployment Rate
Renter Occupied Housing
Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Costilla
Costilla County property records include assessor parcel data and property valuation information. The county has 46,694 total parcels, including 40,900 residential and 129 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 99.94% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 1,498 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 46,694 |
| Residential Parcels | 40,900 |
| Commercial Parcels | 129 |
| Other Parcels | 5,665 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 99.94% |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | March 21, 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,498 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
How to Search Costilla County, CO Property Records
Costilla County property records start with the county's parcel and assessment information. The county's records list 46,694 parcels, of which 40,900 are residential and 129 are commercial, and the most recent assessor update was on March 21, 2025. The tax year and assessment year on file are both 2024.
Property information is searched by the details that identify a parcel. The most useful items are the owner's name, the property address, and the parcel number. Parcel numbers are the most precise because each one identifies a single property, while names and addresses can return several matches. The information available for a parcel includes ownership, land and building classification, and assessed values.
To search, gather what you know about the property and use the most specific detail first. Review each result against the address or legal description you are researching, and note the parcel number so you can reuse it in later requests. Valuation data is on file for 1,498 properties, so some parcels may show less detail than others.
If a parcel does not appear or the details look incomplete, contact the county's clerk and recorder's office, which can help you find recorded deeds and mortgages and point you to the office that handles assessments.
Costilla County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Costilla County property records by address?
Costilla County's parcel records can be searched by property address, owner name, or parcel number. The address is the easiest starting point, though results can include several similar matches, so compare each against the property you want. If an address returns nothing, try a shorter version or contact the county's clerk and recorder's office for help locating the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Costilla County?
Owner names are part of the county's assessment records, which cover 99.94% of the population and list 46,694 parcels. Search by parcel number or address to see who is listed for a property. For the recorded deed that transferred ownership, ask the county's clerk and recorder's office to help you locate it.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Costilla County?
The county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on March 21, 2025. Assessed values are tied to individual parcels, so look up the parcel number first. For questions about a specific valuation or to request detail on one property, contact the county assessing office through the county's main offices.
Where can I find Costilla County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payment history are tied to a parcel number, so keep yours handy. The county's tax collection office issues and records payments. If you are unsure where to go, contact the county's clerk and recorder's office, which can direct you to the correct office for a bill, a payment record, or a question about the 2024 tax year.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Costilla County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the county's clerk and recorder's office. Ask that office how to search its records, by owner name or document details, and whether copies can be requested. Having the owner's name and an approximate recording date makes it easier for staff to find the right document.
Where can I access Costilla County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps show boundaries and locations for the county's 46,694 parcels. Mapping is maintained separately from recorded documents, so ask the county's assessing or mapping staff which tools are available. Parcel maps are a useful reference but are not a legal survey, so use a licensed surveyor if exact boundaries matter.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Costilla County?
Permits and zoning rules are handled by county land use staff, and a town or municipality may have its own requirements for properties within its limits. Contact the county's main offices to ask which department covers your property, and have the parcel number or address ready before you call.
How can I create a list of property owners in Costilla County?
The county's parcel records are designed for individual lookups by name, address, or parcel number. For a larger list of owners, such as everyone in a neighborhood or a set of parcels, contact the county's assessing office and ask what bulk information is available and whether any fees or request forms apply.