Kiowa County, CO Property Records
Property records in Kiowa, Colorado document key information about real estate within the town and surrounding Elbert County, including ownership details, parcel descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, sales history, deeds, plats, and recorded transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing tax obligations, or investigating a property’s history.
Official Kiowa property records are maintained primarily by Elbert County offices, including the Assessor for valuation and parcel data and the Clerk and Recorder for deeds and recorded documents. Users can begin their search through the county’s official property records resources or contact the appropriate county office for assistance with searches, copies, and filing requirements.
Kiowa County, CO Property Records & Statistics
Kiowa County has a median rent of $931.50, below the Colorado median of $1,020 but above the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 31.52% of occupied homes, a larger share than the state's 25.3% and the national 21.81%, so renting is more common here than in most places.
The median home value is $171,400, far under the state median of $341,200 and slightly under the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.48% is higher than Colorado's 0.38% but well below the national rate of 0.74%, so owners pay a moderate rate on a modest home value.
Incomes are lower than average. The median household income is $47,208.50, compared with $65,821 in Colorado and $65,108 nationally. The unemployment rate is 0%, below the state rate of 2.71% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Taken together, the figures describe an affordable rural county with low home values, below-average incomes, a high share of renters, and very low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Kiowa
Kiowa County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, and property valuations. The county has 3,482 total parcels, and tax records cover 85.53% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 3,418 deeds and 1,216 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 329 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 3,482 |
| Residential Parcels | 713 |
| Commercial Parcels | 151 |
| Other Parcels | 2,618 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 85.53% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 3,418 |
| Mortgage Records | 1,216 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 329 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a mortgage moving from one lender to another, while a release shows that a loan was satisfied and the lien lifted from the property.
Kiowa County has 374 assignment and release records, including 7 assignment documents recorded from February 28, 2022, to June 17, 2024, and 367 release documents recorded from December 1, 2020, to September 3, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier loans were paid off and see which lender has held a mortgage. That is valuable before a sale or refinance, when any open lien needs to be identified.
How to Search Kiowa County, CO Property Records
Kiowa County's recorded property documents cover 3,482 parcels and include deeds, mortgages, valuation data, and assignment and release filings. These records are kept by the county's recording and assessment offices, and they show ownership transfers, loan filings, and assessed parcel details.
The most useful searches start with an address, an owner name, or a parcel number. Recorded deeds and mortgages are indexed by name and date, so a known owner or sale year can narrow results quickly. Tax assessment information is tied to the parcel and reflects the 2024 assessment year.
To search, gather what you already know about the property, enter the most complete details you have, and review the results for the matching parcel or document. Check the recording date and document type to be sure you have the right record.
Kiowa County is a small county, and some records are handled by phone or in person. If an online search does not turn up what you need, contact the Kiowa County Clerk and Recorder's office and ask for help locating the document.
Kiowa County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Kiowa County property records by address?
Contact the Kiowa County Clerk and Recorder or Assessor and give them the property address. They can look up the parcel and the recorded documents tied to it. The county has 3,482 parcels, so a street address or parcel number usually finds a match quickly. Try a shorter address if no result appears.
How can I find property owners in Kiowa County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds, and Kiowa County has 3,418 deed records recorded from January 5, 2006, to August 25, 2025. Ask the county recording office to search by owner name or parcel. Assessment records also list the owner of record for each parcel.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Kiowa County?
Assessed values come from the county assessor. Kiowa County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on March 27, 2025. Contact the assessor's office with the address or parcel number to get the current assessed value and any notice of valuation for the property.
Where can I find Kiowa County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the county treasurer. Contact the Kiowa County Treasurer with your parcel number or owner name to request a bill, confirm what is owed, or ask about payment history. Have the property address ready in case the office needs to confirm the parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Kiowa County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other documents are recorded by the county clerk and recorder. Kiowa County has 3,418 deed records and 1,216 mortgage records, plus 374 assignment and release records. Ask the recording office to search by name, date, or parcel, and request copies of the documents you need.
Where can I access Kiowa County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are usually kept by the county assessor or county mapping staff. Kiowa County has 3,482 parcels. Contact the county and ask for a parcel map or the boundaries of a specific property. Maps are useful for reference but are not a legal survey, so use a licensed surveyor for exact boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Kiowa County?
Permit and zoning questions go to the county office that handles land use. Contact Kiowa County directly before you build or change a property, and ask about any required permits. If the property is inside a town, check with that town too, since it may have its own rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Kiowa County?
County tools are designed for one-property lookups, so a list of owners usually requires a request. Contact the Kiowa County Assessor or Clerk and Recorder and describe what you need, such as owners in a certain area. Ask what records can be provided and whether any fees apply.