Lemhi County, ID Property Records
Property records in Lemhi, Idaho are maintained at the county level and document important details about real estate, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, deed transfers, and land characteristics. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm property boundaries, or understand a parcel’s history.
Official Lemhi property records can be accessed through Lemhi County government offices, including the Assessor’s Office for parcel and valuation information, the Recorder’s Office for deeds and recorded documents, and the Treasurer’s Office for tax details. Users can begin their search through the county’s official website for Lemhi property records, where they can find department contact information and available record-search resources.
Lemhi County, ID Property Records & Statistics
Lemhi County has a median rent of $726, noticeably lower than the Idaho figure of $841.50 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 22.22% of homes, just above the state share of 21.77% and the national share of 21.81%.
The median home value is $258,600, higher than both the state median of $245,725 and the national median of $173,750. At the same time, the median property tax rate of 0.41% is lower than Idaho's 0.52% and the national rate of 0.74%. Owners here pay a lighter tax rate on homes that are valued above average.
Income and employment are weaker. The median household income of $48,281.50 falls well below the state figure of $63,832 and the national figure of $65,108, and the unemployment rate of 4.08% is nearly double the state's 2.22% and well above the national 2.87%.
Taken together, the figures describe a rural county with inexpensive rents and low property taxes but relatively high home values compared with local earnings. Lower incomes and higher unemployment can make buying a home a stretch for many local households.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lemhi
Lemhi County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 11,067 total parcels, including 7,862 residential and 514 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 94.63% of the population. Recorded documents include 16,702 deeds and 5,888 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 3,655 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 11,067 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,862 |
| Commercial Parcels | 514 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.63% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 16,702 |
| Mortgage Records | 5,888 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,655 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 23 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender to another, while a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Lemhi County has 11,771 assignment and release records available. They include 1,056 assignment documents, 10,669 release documents, and 46 other documents. Assignments were recorded from June 20, 1994, through August 11, 2025, and releases from June 20, 1994, through August 20, 2025. Recording information is available from the Lemhi County Clerk / Auditor / Recorder's Office.
For property research, these records show who holds a mortgage, whether earlier loans were released, and how a loan moved between lenders. That helps buyers and owners find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Lemhi County, ID Property Records
Lemhi County property records are kept by the Assessor, the Treasurer, and the Clerk / Auditor / Recorder. The Assessor values property, the Treasurer sends and collects tax bills, and the Clerk / Auditor / Recorder holds deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. Together they cover the county's 11,067 parcels.
To look up a parcel, use the county's Lemhi County parcel and tax search map. Assessment details and appeals are covered on the Lemhi County Assessor page, and tax bills can be paid through the county's online payments page.
Recorded documents and recording forms come from the Lemhi County Clerk / Auditor / Recorder's Office, at 206 Courthouse Drive in Salmon, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at 208-742-1667.
Gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number first. Enter the most complete detail you have, review the matching records, and open the one that fits. If a record is not online, call the office that maintains it.
Lemhi Registrar of Deeds
The Lemhi County Probate Office is located at 206 Courthouse Drive, Salmon, ID, 83467 and can be reached at 208-742-1667. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website lemhicountyidaho.org.
Lemhi County Clerk / Auditor / Recorder's Office
Lemhi County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lemhi County property records by address?
Use the county's parcel and tax search map. Search for the address, select the parcel, and review its details. If the address does not return a result, call the Assessor's office at 208-742-1729.
How can I find property owners in Lemhi County?
Owner information appears with the parcel details on the county's parcel and tax search map. To confirm who holds title, contact the Clerk / Auditor / Recorder's Office at 208-742-1667 about the recorded deed.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lemhi County?
Look up the parcel on the county's search map, or contact the Lemhi County Assessor at 208-742-1729. The county's records reflect the 2025 assessment year, and the property assessment and appeals page explains how to appeal a value.
Where can I find Lemhi County property tax bills and payment records?
The Lemhi County Treasurer mails tax bills in November. Pay through the county's online payments page, or call the Treasurer at 208-742-1694 with questions about a bill.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lemhi County?
Deeds and other recorded documents are kept by the Clerk / Auditor / Recorder's Office, 206 Courthouse Drive, Salmon. Call 208-742-1667 or visit weekdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office also lists recordable document requirements.
Where can I access Lemhi County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's parcel and tax search map shows parcels and related information on an interactive map. For help with mapping questions, call the Assessor at 208-742-1729.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lemhi County?
Contact Planning & Zoning through the Planning & Zoning Commission page, or call 208-756-2815 ext. 1705. The county's forms and applications page lists permit and application forms.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lemhi County?
Use the parcel and tax search map to identify the parcels you need and note their owners. For a larger list, call the Assessor's office at 208-742-1729 and ask about the public records request process.