Alexander County, IL Property Records
Property records in Alexander, Illinois document ownership, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property tax history, transfers, deeds, mortgages, and related land filings. These records are useful for confirming ownership, researching sales history, estimating tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and reviewing liens or other recorded interests tied to a property.
Official records are typically maintained by Alexander County offices, including the Assessor, Recorder/County Clerk, and Treasurer, depending on the type of information needed. Users can begin their search through the official Alexander County property records resources or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies, recording details, assessment data, or tax information.
Alexander County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Alexander County has a median rent of $690, below the Illinois median of $762 and the national figure of $840.25. Homes are also inexpensive: the median home value is $67,900, compared with $116,950 statewide and $173,750 nationally. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 22.22% of homes, above the state's 18.61% and slightly above the national 21.81%, so renting is somewhat more common here than elsewhere.
The county's median property tax rate is 1.42%, lower than the state rate of 1.8% but nearly twice the national rate of 0.74%. Because home values are low, the dollar amount of tax on a typical home is modest, even though the rate is high by national standards.
Median household income is $45,729, well under the Illinois figure of $65,699.50 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.99% is higher than both the state's 2.92% and the nation's 2.87%.
Taken together, the numbers describe an affordable housing market with low prices and rents, but one shaped by lower incomes, higher unemployment, and a larger share of renters than the state average.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Alexander
Alexander County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 8,117 total parcels, including 4,558 residential and 551 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 73.47% of the population for the 2023 assessment year. Recorded documents include 1,263 deeds and 326 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 868 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 8,117 |
| Residential Parcels | 4,558 |
| Commercial Parcels | 551 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 73.47% |
| Assessment Year | 2023 |
| Deed Records | 1,263 |
| Mortgage Records | 326 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 868 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 329 |
How to Search Alexander County, IL Property Records
Alexander County property records are kept by the County Clerk and Recorder, who handles recorded real estate documents for the county. The office is the main point of contact for questions about the county's 8,117 parcels, including ownership, deeds, and mortgages.
For details about the office and its staff, visit the Alexander County Clerk and Recorder page. The office is located at 2000 Washington Avenue, Cairo, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You can call 618-734-7000 to ask how to request a search or copies of recorded documents.
Deed records in the county's data run from May 7, 2009 to February 18, 2016, and mortgage records from April 11, 2012 to April 29, 2014, so older or newer filings may need to be requested directly from the office.
To get started, gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number. Contact the Clerk and Recorder with that information, ask for the recorded deed or mortgage you need, and confirm whether in-person or mail requests are available.
Alexander Registrar of Deeds
The Alexander County Probate Office is located at 2000 Washington Avenue, Cairo, IL, 62914 and can be reached at 618-734-7000. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website alexandercounty.illinois.gov.
Alexander County County Clerk and Recorder
Alexander County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Alexander County property records by address?
Contact the Alexander County Clerk and Recorder with the property address and ask for a records search. The office is at 2000 Washington Avenue, Cairo, and can be reached at 618-734-7000. If the address does not turn up a match, offer the owner's name or parcel number instead.
How can I find property owners in Alexander County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds held by the County Clerk and Recorder. Call 618-734-7000 or visit 2000 Washington Avenue in Cairo with the property address or a prior owner's name, and staff can explain how to locate the deed that transferred the property to its current owner.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Alexander County?
The county's tax records reflect the 2023 assessment year, with the last assessor update on October 31, 2024. To get the assessed value for a specific parcel, call the Clerk and Recorder at 618-734-7000 and ask which office can provide assessment details.
Where can I find Alexander County property tax bills and payment records?
Call the County Clerk and Recorder at 618-734-7000 and ask which office issues and collects property tax bills in Alexander County. Have the parcel number or address handy. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at 2000 Washington Avenue, Cairo.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Alexander County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Alexander County Clerk and Recorder. Stop by 2000 Washington Avenue in Cairo or call 618-734-7000 to request a search or copies. Recorded deeds in the county's data cover May 7, 2009 to February 18, 2016.
Where can I access Alexander County parcel maps and GIS information?
Alexander County has 8,117 parcels. For parcel maps or GIS information, call the Clerk and Recorder at 618-734-7000 and ask which county office maintains them. Bring the property address or parcel number, and staff can direct you to the right place.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Alexander County?
Permits and zoning are handled outside the recorder's records. Call the Alexander County Clerk and Recorder at 618-734-7000 for a referral to the proper office, and check with the City of Cairo or your local village if the property is inside municipal limits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Alexander County?
The county's records are organized for property-by-property lookups. For a list of owners, call the Clerk and Recorder at 618-734-7000 and ask what can be provided for multiple parcels, including any fees or request procedures that apply.