Gunnison County, CO Property Records
Property records in Gunnison, Colorado provide important details about real estate within the city and surrounding Gunnison County, including ownership information, parcel numbers, assessed values, property characteristics, legal descriptions, sales history, and tax-related data. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and real estate professionals who need to verify property details, review valuation information, or understand local tax obligations.
Official Gunnison property records are maintained primarily through Gunnison County offices, including the Assessor’s Office for valuation and parcel information and the Treasurer’s Office for property tax records. Users can access current parcel and assessment information through the county’s online resources for Gunnison property records, or contact the appropriate county office for assistance with official documents and record requests.
Gunnison County, CO Property Records & Statistics
Gunnison County has a median rent of $1,237.50, above the state median of $1,020 and the national $840.25. Its median home value of $646,650 is nearly double Colorado's $341,200 and more than three times the national $173,750, making it one of the most expensive housing markets among Colorado counties.
The median property tax rate of 0.32% is lower than the state's 0.38% and well below the national 0.74%.
Median household income is $84,769, higher than $65,821 statewide and $65,108 nationally, though it has to stretch to meet very high home prices. Unemployment of 2.86% is a little above the state's 2.71% and just under the national 2.87%.
Renters occupy 28.11% of housing, above the state's 25.3% and the national 21.81%. The figures describe a high-value mountain market with strong incomes, low tax rates and a substantial share of renters.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Gunnison
Gunnison County has 20,223 total parcels on record, made up of 12,175 residential and 840 commercial parcels, with 93.85% tax record coverage. The recorder lists 36,396 deeds and 15,745 mortgages, and foreclosure records include 6,340 Notice of Trustee Sale records.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 20,223 |
| Residential Parcels | 12,175 |
| Commercial Parcels | 840 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.85% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 36,396 |
| Mortgage Records | 15,745 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 10,311 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 6,340 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a loan from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that a loan was paid off and the lien cleared.
Gunnison County has 29,289 assignment and release records, including 3,268 assignment documents and 26,003 release documents, plus 18 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 3, 2005 to August 28, 2025, and releases from February 11, 1998 to September 3, 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 Gunnison County, CO Property Records
Gunnison County recorded documents are maintained by the Gunnison County Recording Office. Its records support research into the county's 20,223 parcels, including deeds, mortgages and related filings, with tax record coverage of 93.85% of the population.
Start with the Gunnison County Clerk and Recorder recording page for office information, forms and recording details. Public records requests are made through the Gunnison County public records request form.
The office is at 221 N Wisconsin Street, Gunnison, CO, 81230 and can be reached at 970-641-2038. Hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 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.
Gunnison Registrar of Deeds
The Gunnison County Probate Office is located at 221 N Wisconsin Street, Gunnison, CO, 81230 and can be reached at 970-641-2038. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website gunnisoncounty.org.
Gunnison County Recording Office
Gunnison County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Gunnison County property records by address?
Recorded documents tied to an address can be located through the Gunnison County Clerk and Recorder page, which lists documents the county has on file. For parcel details, have the street address and parcel number ready and call the Gunnison County Recording Office at 970-641-2038. The county holds 20,223 parcels, so a precise address helps.
How can I find property owners in Gunnison County?
Ownership is shown on recorded deeds, which you can search by name through the Gunnison County Clerk and Recorder page. The Gunnison County Recording Office at 221 N Wisconsin Street, Gunnison, CO 81230 can also help trace the current owner of a parcel. Call 970-641-2038 during office hours with the address or parcel number to speed up the request.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Gunnison County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor and reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the most recent assessor update on March 24, 2025. Contact the county for the assessment on a specific parcel. The Gunnison County Recording Office can direct you at 970-641-2038.
Where can I find Gunnison County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payment history are handled by the county's treasurer. The Gunnison County Recording Office can point you to the right office at 970-641-2038, 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 Gunnison County?
Deeds, mortgages and releases are recorded by the Gunnison County Recording Office. You can also visit 221 N Wisconsin Street, Gunnison, CO 81230, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, or call 970-641-2038 to request copies.
Where can I access Gunnison County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are kept by county departments. Call the Gunnison County Recording Office at 970-641-2038 to be directed to the mapping office for Gunnison 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 Gunnison County?
Permits and zoning in Gunnison 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 Gunnison County Recording Office at 970-641-2038 can tell you which office covers the parcel in question.
How can I create a list of property owners in Gunnison County?
Owner lists are not published as a ready-made download. Start by searching recorded documents through the Gunnison County Clerk and Recorder page, and for a larger list contact the Gunnison County Recording Office at 970-641-2038 to ask what records can be provided and how requests are made.