Stewart County, GA Property Records
Stewart County, Georgia, property records document ownership, appraised value and tax information for parcels throughout the county, with Lumpkin as the county seat. They include deeds, plats and liens recorded with the Clerk of Superior Court, along with the appraisal data the Board of Assessors uses to build the annual tax digest. They are helpful for confirming ownership, checking assessments and preparing for a sale or purchase.
The Stewart County Board of Assessors, on the second floor of the courthouse in Lumpkin, offers an online Stewart County property search for parcel information and values from the most current published digest. The assessors' office sets values only, so questions about tax bills go to the Tax Commissioner, and the assessors can be reached at 229-838-6058.
Stewart County, GA Property Records & Statistics
Stewart County has a median rent of $546.50, far below Georgia's $818 and the national $840.25, making it one of the more affordable rental markets around. Renter-occupied housing is 25.2% of occupied homes, close to the state's 25.74% and above the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $74,400, roughly half the state median of $140,550 and well under the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.29% is considerably higher than the state rate of 0.9% and the national rate of 0.74%, so owners pay a larger share of a low home value in taxes.
The median household income is $43,538.50, below Georgia's $53,094 and the national $65,108. Unemployment is 3.31%, a little above the state's 2.91% and the national 2.87%.
Taken together, the figures describe a very low-cost county with inexpensive housing, a high property tax rate, and incomes and employment that lag state and national benchmarks.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Stewart
Stewart County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 4,114 total parcels, including 2,705 residential and 218 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 91.86% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 5,117 deeds and 1,332 mortgages, with valuation data for 1,119 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 4,114 |
| Residential Parcels | 2,705 |
| Commercial Parcels | 218 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 91.86% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 5,117 |
| Mortgage Records | 1,332 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,119 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 19 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a mortgage moving between lenders or loan holders, and a release shows the loan was satisfied and the lien cleared.
Stewart County has 1,803 assignment and release records. They include 273 assignment documents recorded from January 6, 2005, through December 1, 2022, and 1,527 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 19, 2025, along with 3 other documents.
For property research, these records show who holds a mortgage and whether earlier loans were paid off. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to trace a loan across lenders and confirm old liens were released before a sale or refinance. They can be searched in the GSCCCA official records search.
How to Search Stewart County, GA Property Records
Stewart County land records are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court in Lumpkin, who records deeds, mortgages, liens, and other real estate documents for the county's 4,114 parcels. They show ownership history, loan activity, and foreclosure notices.
Search recorded documents with the GSCCCA official records search, the statewide index maintained for Georgia clerks. The county's Clerk of Superior Court page has office information, and the GSCCCA filing resources cover forms.
To search, have the owner name, property address, or deed book and page ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review matching documents, and open the one that fits. Searching by grantor or grantee name usually works best for deeds.
The Clerk is at 1764 Broad St., Lumpkin, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 229-838-6220 for help locating a record or ordering copies.
Stewart Registrar of Deeds
Stewart County Clerk of Superior Court
Stewart County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Stewart County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be searched through the GSCCCA official records search, though indexes are organized mainly by name. If an address search comes up empty, try the owner's name or call the Stewart County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-838-6220.
How can I find property owners in Stewart County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the GSCCCA official records search for a property's latest deed to see the current owner. The Clerk at 1764 Broad St., Lumpkin, can also help trace ownership on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Stewart County?
County tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on March 13, 2025. For a specific parcel's assessed value, call the Stewart County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-838-6220 and ask which office handles assessments.
Where can I find Stewart County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by county tax offices rather than the Clerk's recording system. Call the Stewart County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-838-6220 for a referral. Recorded liens and related filings can be looked up in the GSCCCA records search.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Stewart County?
Search deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments through the GSCCCA official records search. Stewart County holds 5,117 deed records dating from January 2, 2006. For certified copies, visit 1764 Broad St., Lumpkin, or call 229-838-6220.
Where can I access Stewart County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps come from county assessment and mapping offices, not the recording system. With 4,114 parcels in the county, a call to the Stewart County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-838-6220 is a good way to be directed to the office that provides current parcel maps.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Stewart County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local government offices rather than the Clerk. Call the Stewart County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-838-6220 for a referral, and check with the city of Lumpkin if the property is within city limits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Stewart County?
Owners can be identified one property at a time from deeds in the GSCCCA official records search. For larger lists or bulk records, call the Stewart County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-838-6220, or see the Clerk's page.