Fulton County, IL Property Records
Property records in Fulton, Illinois document important details about real estate, including ownership history, parcel numbers, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, deeds, mortgages, liens, and recorded transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, real estate professionals, attorneys, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm property boundaries, or examine a property’s transaction history.
Because Fulton is located in Whiteside County, official property records are maintained by county offices such as the Recorder’s Office, Supervisor of Assessments, and Treasurer, depending on the type of record needed. Users can access official Fulton property records through the county’s online tools or by contacting the appropriate county department. For county resources and record access information, visit the official Whiteside County property records resources.
Fulton County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Fulton County has moderate rents, lower-priced homes, and a relatively high property tax rate. The median rent is $771, just above the Illinois median of $762 but below the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 15.52% of occupied homes, lower than the state's 18.61% and the national 21.81%, so owner-occupied homes dominate.
The median home value is $96,700, under the state median of $116,950 and well below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.94% is higher than the Illinois rate of 1.8% and more than two and a half times the national rate of 0.74%, which adds noticeably to the cost of owning even an inexpensive home.
The median household income of $57,083 is lower than both the state figure of $65,699.50 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.43% is above the 2.92% statewide and the 2.87% nationally.
The figures describe a county with affordable home prices and a mostly owner-occupied housing stock, but also higher property taxes, lower incomes, and unemployment above the state and national averages.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Fulton
Fulton County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 27,723 total parcels, including 16,227 residential and 1,354 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 84.67% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 15,307 deeds and 14,062 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 12,187 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 27,723 |
| Residential Parcels | 16,227 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,354 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 84.67% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 15,307 |
| Mortgage Records | 14,062 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 12,187 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 1,369 |
How to Search Fulton County, IL Property Records
Recorded property documents in Fulton County are handled by the Fulton County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 100 N. Main in Lewistown. The office keeps deeds, mortgages, and related instruments that correspond to the county's 27,723 parcels, along with details such as the parties and recording dates.
The Fulton County Clerk & Recorder website is the official place to learn about the office and request records. People who file documents electronically can find details on the county's eRecording page. For a document you cannot locate yourself, staff can search on your behalf in person in Lewistown or by phone at 309-547-3041.
Before you contact the office, gather the owner's name, the property address, or the parcel number, and decide which type of document you need. An approximate recording date makes the lookup faster; the county's recorded deeds and mortgages run from January 2006 to March 2013. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Fulton Registrar of Deeds
The Fulton County Probate Office is located at 100 N. Main, Lewistown, IL, 61542 and can be reached at 309-547-3041. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website fultoncountyil.gov.
Fulton County Clerk & Recorder's Office
Fulton County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Fulton County property records by address?
Contact the Fulton County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 309-547-3041. Recorded documents are generally found by name and document details, so give staff the property address along with any owner name you have, and they can help locate the matching record for that parcel.
How can I find property owners in Fulton County?
Recorded deeds show the parties to each property transfer. Ask the Clerk & Recorder at 100 N. Main, Lewistown, or call 309-547-3041, for the deed on a specific parcel. The county holds 15,307 deed records from January 3, 2006, so an approximate date helps staff find the right one.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Fulton County?
Fulton County's tax records cover 27,723 parcels, with the latest assessment year being 2024 and the last assessor update on August 1, 2025. For a particular parcel's assessed value, call the Clerk & Recorder at 309-547-3041 and ask which office maintains it. The county page lists contacts.
Where can I find Fulton County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled separately from recorded documents. Call the Fulton County Clerk & Recorder at 309-547-3041 and ask for the office that issues and collects them, keeping your parcel number or address ready. The county clerk page is a helpful starting point.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Fulton County?
The Clerk & Recorder holds deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments. Request them through the office website, by phone at 309-547-3041, or in person at 100 N. Main, Lewistown. Filers can read about the eRecording option for submitting documents.
Where can I access Fulton County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are not part of the recorded document files. Call the Fulton County Clerk & Recorder at 309-547-3041 and ask which office provides current parcel maps for the county's 27,723 parcels. Plats and legal descriptions in recorded documents obtained from the Clerk & Recorder can also show boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Fulton County?
Permits and zoning are normally handled by the city, village, or county authority covering the property. Call the Fulton County Clerk & Recorder at 309-547-3041 for a referral to the right office, or start from the county clerk page for general contact information.
How can I create a list of property owners in Fulton County?
The office is best suited to individual lookups, such as deeds for a given name or period. For a larger list, contact the Fulton County Clerk & Recorder at 309-547-3041 and ask what bulk data or copies are available, including any fees or formats that apply.