Carroll County, IL Property Records
Property records in Carroll, Illinois, document key details about land and real estate within Carroll County, including ownership history, parcel identification, legal descriptions, assessed values, tax information, deeds, mortgages, liens, and transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing property boundaries, estimating taxes, or conducting due diligence before a real estate transaction.
Official Carroll property records are maintained by county offices such as the Carroll County Clerk and Recorder, Supervisor of Assessments, and Treasurer, depending on the type of record needed. Users can access recording, assessment, and tax-related information through the county’s official resources, including the Carroll County government website for official property records. For certified copies or the most current details, contacting the appropriate Carroll County office directly is recommended.
Carroll County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Carroll County has a median rent of $756, close to the Illinois median of $762 and below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $108,200, lower than the state's $116,950 and well under the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing makes up 14.12% of homes, compared with 18.61% statewide and 21.81% nationally, so owners are the large majority.
The county's median property tax rate is 1.88%, slightly above the state rate of 1.8% and more than two and a half times the national rate of 0.74%. For owners of modestly priced homes, taxes are a considerable ongoing cost.
Median household income is $66,019, just above the Illinois median of $65,699.50 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.63% is lower than the state's 2.92% and the nation's 2.87%.
Overall, Carroll County offers affordable homes and rents, incomes slightly above average, and low unemployment, with property taxes that are high compared with both the state and the nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Carroll
Carroll County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 13,266 total parcels, including 9,868 residential and 530 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 97.04% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 7,738 deeds and 6,454 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 6,967 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 13,266 |
| Residential Parcels | 9,868 |
| Commercial Parcels | 530 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 97.04% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 7,738 |
| Mortgage Records | 6,454 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6,967 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 312 |
How to Search Carroll County, IL Property Records
Carroll County property records are kept by the Carroll County Clerk & Recorder's Office, which records deeds, mortgages, and related documents for the county's 13,266 parcels. Deed and mortgage records in the county's data run from January 3, 2006 to March 12, 2013.
To search online, use the Carroll County land record search, the county's official tool for recorded documents. The Carroll County Clerk & Recorder page describes the office's services and contact information.
The office is located at 301 N Main Street, Mt. Carroll, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 815-244-0223 for help with searches or copies.
Begin with the property address, owner name, or document type. Enter the most complete information you have, review the matching records, and open the document that fits your property. For filings outside the online range, contact the office directly.
Carroll Registrar of Deeds
The Carroll County Probate Office is located at 301 N Main Street, Mt. Carroll, IL, 61053 and can be reached at 815-244-0223. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through carrollcountyil.gov or the official website carrollcountyil.gov.
Carroll County Clerk & Recorder's Office
Carroll County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Carroll County property records by address?
Use the Carroll County land record search to look up recorded documents by address or name. If a full address returns nothing, try fewer words or call the Clerk & Recorder at 815-244-0223.
How can I find property owners in Carroll County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Search the land record search by name or address and look for the latest deed. The Clerk & Recorder's Office at 301 N Main Street, Mt. Carroll, can also help in person.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Carroll County?
Carroll County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on July 3, 2025. For the assessed value of a specific parcel, call the Clerk & Recorder at 815-244-0223 and ask which office provides it.
Where can I find Carroll County property tax bills and payment records?
Call the Carroll County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 815-244-0223 and ask which office issues and collects tax bills. Have the parcel number or address ready. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Carroll County?
Search the Carroll County land record search for deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. For copies or recording questions, visit the Clerk & Recorder at 301 N Main Street, Mt. Carroll, or call 815-244-0223.
Where can I access Carroll County parcel maps and GIS information?
Carroll County has 13,266 parcels. For parcel maps or GIS information, call the Clerk & Recorder at 815-244-0223 and ask which county office maintains them. Bring the property address or parcel number.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Carroll County?
Permits and zoning are outside the recorder's records. Call the Carroll County Clerk & Recorder at 815-244-0223 for a referral, and check with your city or village if the property is within municipal limits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Carroll County?
The online search supports one lookup at a time. For a list of owners, search each property in the land record search or call the Clerk & Recorder at 815-244-0223 to ask about larger requests.