Payette County, ID Property Records
Property records in Payette, Idaho provide essential information about real estate within the city and surrounding Payette County. These records may include ownership details, parcel numbers, assessed values, property tax information, legal descriptions, land use, building characteristics, and recorded documents such as deeds or liens. They are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, tax obligations, or property history.
Official Payette property records are maintained at the county level. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the official Payette County Assessor’s property records, while recorded land documents may be available through the Payette County Clerk/Recorder’s office. For the most accurate and current information, users should rely on Payette County’s official government resources or contact the appropriate county office directly.
Payette County, ID Property Records & Statistics
Payette County has a median rent of $842, essentially in line with the Idaho figure of $841.50 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 26.41% of homes, notably above the state share of 21.77% and the national share of 21.81%, so renting plays a bigger role here than in much of Idaho.
The median home value is $251,200, slightly higher than the state median of $245,725 and well above the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.52% matches the state rate of 0.52% and is lower than the national rate of 0.74%, so owners face a typical Idaho tax burden.
Household income is a strength. The median household income of $67,648 exceeds both the state figure of $63,832 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.1% is lower than the state's 2.22% and the national 2.87%, pointing to a healthy job market.
Taken together, the figures describe a county with state-level rents and taxes, slightly above-average home values, a large rental share, and strong incomes and employment that support housing demand.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Payette
Payette County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 14,356 total parcels, including 9,977 residential and 610 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 93.54% of the population. Recorded documents include 27,839 deeds and 14,512 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 7,451 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,356 |
| Residential Parcels | 9,977 |
| Commercial Parcels | 610 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.54% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 27,839 |
| Mortgage Records | 14,512 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 7,451 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 559 |
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, and a release shows that the loan was repaid and the lien removed from the property.
Payette County has 27,044 assignment and release records available. They include 3,211 assignment documents, 23,676 release documents, and 157 other documents. Assignments were recorded from May 30, 2000, through September 2, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, through September 2, 2025. Recorded documents can be searched through the county's document search.
For property research, these records show who holds a mortgage, whether earlier loans were released, and how a loan changed hands. They help buyers and owners find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Payette County, ID Property Records
Payette County property records are kept by the Assessor, the Treasurer, and the Clerk's Office. The Assessor values real and personal property and has its own GIS department, the Treasurer collects taxes, and the Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and other documents. Together they cover the county's 14,356 parcels.
For valuation and parcel information, start with the Payette County Assessor, reachable at 208-642-6012. Questions about tax bills go to the Treasurer, listed on the Payette County Treasurer contacts page, or call 208-642-6004.
Recorded documents can be searched through the Payette County document search. The Payette County Clerk is at 1130 3rd. Ave. N. in Payette, open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at 208-642-6000.
Before you search, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete detail, review the matching results, and open the right record. If you cannot find a record online, call the office that maintains it.
Payette Registrar of Deeds
The Payette County Probate Office is located at 1130 3rd. Ave. N., Payette, ID, 83661 and can be reached at 208-642-6000. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through documentsearch.payettecounty.org or the official website payettecounty.org.
Payette County Clerk's Office
Payette County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Payette County property records by address?
Contact the Payette County Assessor at 208-642-6012 with the address, and staff can identify the parcel and its property information. Recorded documents tied to the address can be searched in the county's document search.
How can I find property owners in Payette County?
Ownership is kept in the Assessor's records, so call the Assessor's office at 208-642-6012. To see the deed that transferred ownership, use the document search or contact the Clerk at 208-642-6000.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Payette County?
The Assessor values real and personal property in the county, and its records reflect the 2025 assessment year. See the property value information page or call the Assessor at 208-642-6012.
Where can I find Payette County property tax bills and payment records?
Questions about tax bills go to the Payette County Treasurer. See the Treasurer contacts page or call 208-642-6004. Taxes are due on or before December 20, and the second half is accepted through June 20.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Payette County?
Search deeds and other recorded documents through the Payette County document search. The Clerk's office, at 1130 3rd. Ave. N. in Payette, can also help, and forms are available online.
Where can I access Payette County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Assessor's office has a GIS department that maintains parcel data and mapping layers. Call 208-642-6012 or visit the Assessor page to ask about available GIS data and how to request it.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Payette County?
Planning and zoning notices, including public hearing dates, are posted on the county's planning and zoning public notices page. Call the county at 208-642-6000 before visiting, and ask for the right office for your permit.
How can I create a list of property owners in Payette County?
Identify the parcels you need and request ownership details from the Assessor's office at 208-642-6012. For bulk data or GIS layers, ask the Assessor about the county's public records request form and any fees.