Gallatin County, IL Property Records
Property records in Gallatin, Illinois document land and real estate ownership within Gallatin County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel details, assessed values, tax information, and transfer history. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and conducting legal or historical research.
Users can access official records through Gallatin County government offices, including the County Clerk and Recorder for recorded land documents and the assessment or treasurer’s office for valuation and tax-related information. For current office details and record-access guidance, visit the county’s official website for Gallatin property records.
Gallatin County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Gallatin County has some of the lowest housing costs in the state. The median rent is $464, far below the Illinois median of $762 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 18.58% of occupied homes, essentially in line with the state's 18.61% and under the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $85,150, below the state median of $116,950 and about half the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.23% is lower than the Illinois rate of 1.8%, though it remains well above the national rate of 0.74%. Owners therefore benefit from a lighter tax rate than in much of the state, on top of low purchase prices.
The median household income of $58,454 is below both the state figure of $65,699.50 and the national figure of $65,108, so low housing costs are partly matched by lower earnings. Employment is a bright spot, with an unemployment rate of 2.32% compared with 2.92% in Illinois and 2.87% nationally.
In all, the numbers describe a very affordable county for renters and buyers, with below-average incomes, moderate property taxes, and unemployment lower than the state and national rates.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Gallatin
Gallatin County property records include tax assessments, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 8,162 total parcels, including 3,683 residential and 274 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 93.73% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 1,551 properties, and foreclosure records include 274 notices of sale and 25 lis pendens filings.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 8,162 |
| Residential Parcels | 3,683 |
| Commercial Parcels | 274 |
| Other Parcels | 4,205 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.73% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,551 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 274 |
| Latest Notice of Sale | April 9, 2025 |
How to Search Gallatin County, IL Property Records
Gallatin County's recorded property documents are held by the County Clerk and Recorder at 484 North Lincoln Blvd. West in Shawneetown. The office handles recorded real estate instruments, and its work connects to a county with 8,162 parcels and a judicial foreclosure process.
The Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder page is the official starting point for information about the office and its services. To search recorded documents online, use the Gallatin County official records portal, which asks you to sign in before searching and then lets you look up recorded instruments.
Before you search, collect the owner's name, the property address, or a prior document number. Enter the most specific detail you have, review the results, and open the entry that matches the property. If you cannot find a record online, staff can help you at 618-269-3025 or in person, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Gallatin Registrar of Deeds
The Gallatin County Probate Office is located at 484 North Lincoln Blvd. West, Shawneetown, IL, 62984 and can be reached at 618-269-3025. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through recordhub.cottsystems.com or the official website gallatinco.illinois.gov.
Gallatin County County Clerk and Recorder
Gallatin County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Gallatin County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be searched through the Gallatin County official records portal. Searches typically work by name and document details, so have the owner's name ready. If you only have an address, call the County Clerk and Recorder at 618-269-3025 and staff can help you find the right record.
How can I find property owners in Gallatin County?
Recorded deeds show who transferred and received a property. Look them up in the official records portal, or visit the Clerk and Recorder at 484 North Lincoln Blvd. West, Shawneetown, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Gallatin County?
Gallatin County's tax records cover 8,162 parcels and reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on July 25, 2025. For a specific parcel's assessed value, call the County Clerk and Recorder at 618-269-3025 and ask which office maintains assessments. The county office page lists contact details.
Where can I find Gallatin County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled apart from recorded documents. Call the Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder at 618-269-3025 and ask to be directed to the office that issues and collects them, and keep your parcel number or address on hand. The County Clerk page is a good starting point.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Gallatin County?
The Clerk and Recorder keeps deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments. Search them through the Gallatin County official records portal, or visit the office in Shawneetown. The office page has more about its services.
Where can I access Gallatin County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are not part of the recorded document files. Call the Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder at 618-269-3025 and ask which office provides current parcel maps for the county's 8,162 parcels. Plats and legal descriptions in recorded documents found through the records portal can also show boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Gallatin County?
Permits and zoning are normally handled by the city, village, or county authority covering the property. Call the Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder at 618-269-3025 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 Gallatin County?
The records portal works best for individual name and document lookups. For a larger list or bulk records, call the County Clerk and Recorder at 618-269-3025 and ask what data, copies, and formats the office can provide.