Denver County, CO Property Records
Property records in Denver, Colorado provide official information about real estate within the city and county, including ownership details, parcel numbers, assessed values, property classifications, legal descriptions, tax history, and building or land characteristics. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying property ownership, reviewing valuation data, or preparing for a transaction or appeal.
Users can access official Denver property records through the City and County of Denver’s Assessor’s Office, which maintains public assessment and parcel information. The city provides an online tool for searching by address, owner name, or parcel number through its Denver property records resources. For the most accurate and current information, users should rely on Denver’s official government records and contact the Assessor’s Office for questions about assessments or property data.
Denver County, CO Property Records & Statistics
Denver County has a median rent of $1,629, far above Colorado's median of $1,020 and nearly double the national median of $840.25. Renting is the dominant way of living in the city and county: renter-occupied housing makes up 53.14% of occupied homes, more than twice the state figure of 25.3% and the national figure of 21.81%.
The median home value is $565,300, well above the state median of $341,200 and more than three times the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.43% is higher than the state rate of 0.38% but still well under the national rate of 0.74%. Buyers face high prices and a tax rate slightly above the state norm, though the rate remains moderate by national standards.
Incomes are strong. The median household income of $84,863 is higher than the state median of $65,821 and the national median of $65,108, which helps offset some of the cost of housing. The unemployment rate of 3.26% is above the state rate of 2.71% and the national rate of 2.87%, so the job market is a little softer than average.
Overall, the figures describe a high-cost, renter-heavy urban market with above-average incomes, expensive homes, and somewhat higher unemployment than the state and the nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Denver
Denver County property records cover assessor parcel data, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation figures, and foreclosure filings. The county has 240,806 total parcels, including 208,923 residential and 18,184 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.42% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 777,965 deeds and 774,521 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 205,172 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 240,806 |
| Residential Parcels | 208,923 |
| Commercial Parcels | 18,184 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.42% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 777,965 |
| Mortgage Records | 774,521 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 205,172 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 313,725 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track a mortgage after it has been recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien was removed from the property.
Denver County has 831,948 assignment and release records available for research. They include 103,832 assignment documents, 726,994 release documents, and 1,122 other documents. Assignments were recorded from September 12, 2002, through September 3, 2025, and releases from May 16, 2000, through September 3, 2025.
These records help show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier mortgages have been paid off. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to follow a loan as it passed between lenders and to confirm that past liens were released before a sale or refinance. The large number of records reflects the size of Denver's property market. The date ranges also make it easier to focus on documents recorded in a particular period.
How to Search Denver County, CO Property Records
Denver County property records are handled by the Denver County Clerk and Recorder's Office, which keeps the county's recorded documents. The county's records include 240,806 parcels, 777,965 recorded deeds, and 774,521 recorded mortgages, with deeds dating back to January 6, 1989.
Start with the Denver Clerk and Recorder page for recording services and office information. The office is located at 201 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO, 80202, is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 720-913-1311.
To look up recorded documents, use the Denver Clerk and Recorder find records page. This is the official starting point for searching deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments. Searching by owner name is usually the quickest approach, and a recording date or document number narrows the results.
A basic search follows a few steps. Collect the owner's name, the property address, or any document details you already know. Open the find records page, follow the link to the records search, and enter the most specific information available. Review the matching documents, open the entry that fits your property, and note its recording date and type. If you cannot find a document, call the Clerk and Recorder's Office.
Denver Registrar of Deeds
The Denver County Probate Office is located at 201 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO, 80202 and can be reached at 720-913-1311. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through denvergov.org or the official website denvergov.org.
Denver County Clerk & Recorder's Office
Denver County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Denver County property records by address?
The Denver Clerk and Recorder find records page is organized around recorded documents, so owner name and document details work best. If you only have an address, call the office at 720-913-1311 for help identifying the owner, then search that name to find deeds and mortgages recorded for the property.
How can I find property owners in Denver County?
A recorded deed names the owner. Use the Denver Clerk and Recorder find records page to search for the property's deed and read the grantee name. The county's tax records cover 95.42% of the population, and the office at 720-913-1311 can help trace ownership for a specific parcel.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Denver County?
Denver County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on March 17, 2025. Assessed values come from the county's assessing office, not the recorder. Call the Denver Clerk and Recorder's Office at 720-913-1311 and staff can direct you to the right office for a particular parcel.
Where can I find Denver County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the city and county's tax collection office, which is separate from recording. The Clerk and Recorder's Office at 201 W. Colfax Avenue can point you to the right office. Call 720-913-1311 on a weekday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM with your parcel or owner name.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Denver County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments are kept by the Clerk and Recorder. Search them through the find records page or see the Clerk and Recorder page for recording details. The county holds 777,965 deed records and 774,521 mortgage records, with deeds recorded from January 6, 1989, forward.
Where can I access Denver County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are not part of the recorded documents search. The county has 240,806 parcels in its assessment records, and mapping is maintained by a separate department. Call the Denver Clerk and Recorder at 720-913-1311, or begin at the office page, to be directed to the office that offers parcel and GIS maps.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Denver County?
Permits and zoning are handled by city planning and development staff rather than the Clerk and Recorder. Call the Clerk and Recorder's Office at 720-913-1311 and ask which department covers your property. Zoning rules vary by neighborhood, so check them for the specific address before starting a project.
How can I create a list of property owners in Denver County?
Owners can be looked up one property at a time through the Denver Clerk and Recorder find records page, where deeds list buyers and sellers. The tools are designed for individual lookups, so for a larger list or bulk request, call the office at 720-913-1311 and ask what is available.