Lafayette County, FL Property Records
Property records in Lafayette, Florida provide official information about real estate within Lafayette County, including ownership details, parcel identification numbers, assessed values, legal descriptions, land use, building characteristics, exemptions, and property tax-related data. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, real estate professionals, researchers, and property owners who need to verify ownership, review valuation history, confirm parcel boundaries, or understand tax obligations.
Users can access official Lafayette property records through the Lafayette County Property Appraiser’s office, which maintains assessment and parcel information for properties in the county. For recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats, users may also consult the Lafayette County Clerk of Court. To begin researching parcel and assessment details, visit the county’s official Lafayette property records resource.
Lafayette County, FL Property Records & Statistics
Lafayette County has a median rent of $855, a little above the national median of $840.25 but well below the Florida median of $1,114. The median home value is $119,800, compared with $213,800 statewide and $173,750 nationally, so homes remain affordable relative to both benchmarks.
The county's median property tax rate of 0.73% sits just under the state rate of 0.75% and the national rate of 0.74%, so tax costs are close to typical. With lower home values, though, the dollar amount of tax owners pay is likely smaller than elsewhere in Florida.
The median household income is $58,845, below the state figure of $63,213 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 5.17% is notably higher than the state rate of 2.61% and the national rate of 2.87%, which points to a smaller, less diversified job market.
Only 19.74% of homes are renter-occupied, under the state share of 21.62% and the national share of 21.81%, indicating a market dominated by homeowners.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lafayette
Lafayette County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 7,259 total parcels, including 3,902 residential and 146 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 92.78% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 11,538 deeds and 2,638 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 1,527 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 7,259 |
| Residential Parcels | 3,902 |
| Commercial Parcels | 146 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.78% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 11,538 |
| Mortgage Records | 2,638 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,527 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 275 |
Assignment and Release Records
When a mortgage is recorded, later changes to it are filed as assignments and releases. An assignment records the transfer of a loan from one holder to another, and a release records that the loan was repaid and the lien cleared.
Lafayette County has 4,504 assignment and release records. These include 718 assignment documents recorded from January 5, 2005, to July 28, 2025, and 3,771 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to August 21, 2025, along with 15 other documents.
Researchers can use these filings to see who currently services a mortgage and to confirm that earlier loans on a property were paid off. That is helpful for buyers, sellers, and title professionals who want a clear view of a property's lien history before a transaction.
How to Search Lafayette County, FL Property Records
Lafayette County's recorded property documents are handled by the Lafayette County Clerk of Court Office in Mayo. The office holds deeds recorded since April 2001 and mortgages recorded since October 2004, tied to the county's 7,259 parcels.
The main search tool is the Lafayette County official records search, a statewide portal that lets you look up recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, and other instruments. For information about the office and its services, visit the Lafayette County Clerk of Court website.
The Clerk's Office is at 120 West Main Street, Mayo, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 386-294-1600 for help locating a record or for guidance on assessment and tax information.
To search, gather the owner's name, a document date range, or other known details. Enter the most specific information available, review the results, and open the entry that matches the property you are researching.
Lafayette Registrar of Deeds
The Lafayette County Probate Office is located at 120 West Main Street, Mayo, FL, 32066 and can be reached at 386-294-1600. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through myfloridacounty.com or the official website lafayetteclerk.com.
Lafayette County Clerk of Court Office
Lafayette County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lafayette County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be searched through the Lafayette County official records search, typically by name or document information. For an address-based parcel lookup, call the Clerk of Court at 386-294-1600 and ask which office maintains parcel data. A legal description from a deed also works well.
How can I find property owners in Lafayette County?
Owners are identified through recorded deeds, which you can search in the official records. Deed records for the county start April 11, 2001. If you are unsure whom to contact about a specific parcel, call the Clerk's Office at 386-294-1600 on a weekday.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lafayette County?
Assessed values come from the county's property valuation office, not the Clerk. The 2024 assessment year covers 7,259 parcels. Call the Clerk of Court at 386-294-1600 for direction to the right office, and consider reviewing recorded deeds in the official records for past transactions.
Where can I find Lafayette County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued and collected by the county's tax collection office. Call the Lafayette County Clerk of Court at 386-294-1600 or visit 120 West Main Street, Mayo, for guidance on where to go. Recorded liens and releases tied to a property appear in the official records.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lafayette County?
Use the Lafayette County official records search to find deeds, mortgages, and other instruments. Deeds are indexed from April 11, 2001, and mortgages from October 26, 2004. The Clerk of Court website provides more on the office's services.
Where can I access Lafayette County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are maintained by county mapping or appraisal offices, not the Clerk's recording division. Call 386-294-1600 and ask the Clerk of Court which office provides GIS data. Having a legal description from a recorded deed makes it easier to locate a parcel among the county's 7,259 parcels.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lafayette County?
Permits and zoning are administered by county and local planning or building departments. Call the Clerk of Court at 386-294-1600 for help finding the right office. If the property is within the town of Mayo, contact the town as well, since its requirements may differ from the county's.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lafayette County?
Owner information is found property by property through deeds in the official records search. For a broader list or bulk records, call the Clerk's Office at 386-294-1600 and ask what can be provided, along with any copy fees that may apply.