Elbert County, CO Property Records
Property records in Elbert, Colorado provide official information about land and real estate ownership, including parcel details, assessed values, property classifications, legal descriptions, tax information, sales history, and, in some cases, building characteristics or maps. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, estimate taxes, review valuation history, or understand boundaries and land use details.
Official Elbert property records are maintained at the county level, primarily through the Elbert County Assessor for valuation and parcel information, while deeds and recorded documents are typically handled by the Clerk and Recorder. Users can access official resources through the county’s website, including the Elbert County Assessor’s official property records, where they can find guidance on searching property information and contacting the appropriate county office.
Elbert County, CO Property Records & Statistics
Elbert County has a median rent of $1,292, higher than the Colorado median of $1,020 and the national figure of $840.25. Its median home value of $407,400 is above the state's $341,200 and well beyond the national $173,750, placing the county among the pricier ownership markets in the region.
Property taxes are comparatively light. The median rate of 0.37% is just under the state's 0.38% and about half the national 0.74%, which keeps annual costs manageable for owners of higher-priced homes.
The median household income is $76,500, ahead of $65,821 statewide and $65,108 nationally. Unemployment is remarkably low at 0.92%, compared with 2.71% in Colorado and 2.87% nationally.
Only 10.98% of housing is renter-occupied, far below the state's 25.3% and the national 21.81%. These figures describe a heavily owner-occupied, higher-income county with very low unemployment and a small rental market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Elbert
Elbert County records cover 17,235 total parcels, of which 12,429 are residential and 259 are commercial, and tax records reach 99.87% of the population. The recorder holds 35,569 deed records and 24,614 mortgage records, and valuation data is available for 8,771 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 17,235 |
| Residential Parcels | 12,429 |
| Commercial Parcels | 259 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 99.87% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 35,569 |
| Mortgage Records | 24,614 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 8,771 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 2,431 |
Assignment and Release Records
When a mortgage changes hands or is paid off, the event is recorded in the county's records. Assignments track the transfer of a loan between lenders, while releases confirm that the debt was satisfied and the lien lifted.
Elbert County has 47,413 assignment and release records, including 5,795 assignment documents and 41,561 release documents, plus 57 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 3, 2005 to August 26, 2025, and releases from May 6, 2003 to August 27, 2025.
For property research, these records reveal who currently holds a mortgage and whether earlier loans were released. Buyers, title researchers and owners can use them to confirm that past liens were cleared, trace a loan between lenders and spot mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Elbert County, CO Property Records
Elbert County recorded documents are maintained by the Elbert County Clerk & Recorder's Office. Its records support research into the county's 17,235 parcels, including deeds, mortgages and related filings, with tax record coverage of 99.87% of the population.
Start with the Elbert County Clerk and Recorder recording page for office information, forms and recording details. To look up documents by name, date or document type, use the Elbert County official records search.
The office is at 440 Comanche Street, Kiowa, CO, 80117 and can be reached at 303-621-3128. Hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
To search, gather the owner name, property address or parcel number, enter the most complete details you have and open the matching record. If a record doesn't appear online, call the office and staff can point you to the right document.
Elbert Registrar of Deeds
The Elbert County Probate Office is located at 440 Comanche Street, Kiowa, CO, 80117 and can be reached at 303-621-3128. Office hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through records.elbertcounty-co.gov or the official website elbertcounty-co.gov.
Elbert County Clerk & Recorder’s Office
Elbert County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Elbert County property records by address?
Recorded documents tied to an address can be located through the Elbert County official records search, which lists documents the county has on file. For parcel details, have the street address and parcel number ready and call the Elbert County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 303-621-3128. The county holds 17,235 parcels, so a precise address helps.
How can I find property owners in Elbert County?
Ownership is shown on recorded deeds, which you can search by name through the Elbert County official records search. The Elbert County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 440 Comanche Street, Kiowa, CO 80117 can also help trace the current owner of a parcel. Call 303-621-3128 during office hours with the address or parcel number to speed up the request.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Elbert County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor and reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the most recent assessor update on March 10, 2025. Contact the county for the assessment on a specific parcel. The Elbert County Clerk & Recorder's Office can direct you at 303-621-3128.
Where can I find Elbert County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payment history are handled by the county's treasurer. The Elbert County Clerk & Recorder's Office can point you to the right office at 303-621-3128, and you can ask for the parcel's tax year 2024 details. Have the parcel number or owner name ready to make the lookup quick.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Elbert County?
Deeds, mortgages and releases are recorded by the Elbert County Clerk & Recorder's Office. Search them online with the Elbert County official records search. You can also visit 440 Comanche Street, Kiowa, CO 80117, Monday-Friday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM, or call 303-621-3128 to request copies.
Where can I access Elbert County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are kept by county departments. Call the Elbert County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 303-621-3128 to be directed to the mapping office for Elbert County, and have the parcel number or address ready. Maps are for reference and are not a substitute for a survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Elbert County?
Permits and zoning in Elbert County are handled by the county's planning or building staff, or by the municipality if the property is inside a town or city. The Elbert County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 303-621-3128 can tell you which office covers the parcel in question.
How can I create a list of property owners in Elbert County?
Owner lists are not published as a ready-made download. Start by searching recorded documents through the Elbert County official records search, and for a larger list contact the Elbert County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 303-621-3128 to ask what records can be provided and how requests are made.