Boundary County, ID Property Records
Property records in Boundary, Idaho, document real estate ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, legal descriptions, transfers, deeds, mortgages, liens, and related land records. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, estimating taxes, supporting real estate transactions, resolving boundary questions, and conducting due diligence before buying or selling property.
Official Boundary property records are maintained by Boundary County offices, including the Assessor for parcel and valuation information and the Clerk/Recorder for recorded documents such as deeds and liens. Users can access official information through the county’s website or by contacting the appropriate county office directly. Start with the county’s official assessor resources for Boundary property records, and consult the Clerk/Recorder for recorded land documents that may not be available online.
Boundary County, ID Property Records & Statistics
Boundary County, in Idaho's northern panhandle, has a median rent of $686, well below the state median of $841.50 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 27.81% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 21.77% and the national share of 21.81%, so renters make up a larger part of the market than in most places despite the lower rents.
The median home value is $322,100, above Idaho's $245,725 and well above the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.44% is lower than the state rate of 0.52% and the national rate of 0.74%, which helps offset the higher purchase prices for owners.
Median household income is $57,970, below both the state figure of $63,832 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.44% is above the state rate of 2.22% but lower than the national rate of 2.87%.
Taken together, the figures show a county with affordable rents and low property taxes, but home values that are high relative to local incomes. Residents earn less than the state and national medians while buying into a market priced above the state average.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Boundary
Boundary County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 11,204 total parcels, including 6,566 residential and 320 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 90.91% of the population. The Recorder holds 21,382 deed records and 8,823 mortgage records, and valuation data is available for 4,303 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 11,204 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,566 |
| Commercial Parcels | 320 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 90.91% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 21,382 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,823 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,303 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 159 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred between lenders or loan holders, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Boundary County has 15,769 assignment and release records. They include 2,250 assignment documents recorded from January 6, 2005, through August 20, 2025, and 13,473 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 22, 2025, plus 46 other documents.
These records are useful for property research because they show who held a mortgage and whether earlier loans were paid off. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to confirm clear title, follow a loan across lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Boundary County, ID Property Records
Boundary County property records are kept by the Clerk, Auditor and Recorder's office in Bonners Ferry. Recorded deeds, mortgages, and related documents are held there, covering the county's 11,204 parcels.
For office information and recording services, visit the Boundary County Clerk, Auditor and Recorder page. It is the county's official starting point for questions about recorded documents and how to request them.
The office is at 6452 Kootenai Street, Bonners Ferry, ID, 83805, and is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can call 208-267-2242 to ask about searching or copying records, and to find out which office handles assessment questions.
Before contacting the office, gather the owner name, property address, or parcel number, along with the approximate date of any transaction you are researching. With those details, staff can locate deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents more quickly.
Boundary Registrar of Deeds
The Boundary County Probate Office is located at 6452 Kootenai Street, Bonners Ferry, ID, 83805 and can be reached at 208-267-2242. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website boundarycountyid.org.
Boundary County Recorder's Office
Boundary County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Boundary County property records by address?
Call the Boundary County Clerk, Auditor and Recorder's office at 208-267-2242 with the property address and ask for help locating the parcel and its recorded documents. The office is at 6452 Kootenai Street, Bonners Ferry, and you can also start from the county's Clerk, Auditor and Recorder page.
How can I find property owners in Boundary County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds kept by the Recorder. Contact the Clerk, Auditor and Recorder's office at 208-267-2242 with the address or parcel number, or visit the office in Bonners Ferry on weekdays between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Boundary County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor, and county records show the 2024 assessment year. Call the Clerk, Auditor and Recorder's office at 208-267-2242 and ask to be connected to the assessor's staff, with your parcel number or address ready.
Where can I find Boundary County property tax bills and payment records?
Call 208-267-2242 and ask for the office that issues and collects property tax in Boundary County. The staff can tell you how to get a copy of a bill, confirm payment status, and explain accepted payment methods. Keep your parcel number or property address handy.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Boundary County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are held by the County Recorder. Visit the office at 6452 Kootenai Street, Bonners Ferry, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or call 208-267-2242. The county's Clerk, Auditor and Recorder page has more information.
Where can I access Boundary County parcel maps and GIS information?
Call the Boundary County Clerk, Auditor and Recorder's office at 208-267-2242 and ask for the mapping contact. Staff can explain whether parcel maps are available to view or copy. Parcel maps are a reference tool and are not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Boundary County?
Permits and zoning are managed by planning and building staff rather than the Recorder. Call 208-267-2242 for the correct department's number. If the property is inside Bonners Ferry or Moyie Springs, ask that city about its own permit and zoning requirements.
How can I create a list of property owners in Boundary County?
County records are organized for property-by-property lookups, so a list is built by searching parcels or deeds individually. For a larger or bulk request, call the Clerk, Auditor and Recorder's office at 208-267-2242 to ask what information can be provided and whether fees apply.