Kankakee County, IL Property Records
Property records in Kankakee, Illinois provide important information about real estate ownership, transfers, assessed values, parcel boundaries, taxes, liens, mortgages, and recorded documents such as deeds and plats. These records are useful for homebuyers, property owners, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership history, tax obligations, or legal interests tied to a parcel.
Official Kankakee property records are maintained primarily by Kankakee County offices, including the Recorder’s Office for recorded land documents and the assessment or treasurer’s offices for valuation and tax information. Users can access official records, request copies, or learn about search options through the county’s government resources. For recorded land documents and related services, visit the Kankakee County Recorder’s page for official property records.
Kankakee County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Kankakee County's housing costs run above both the Illinois and national averages. The median rent is $963, compared with $762 statewide and $840.25 nationally. The median home value of $174,000 is well above the state figure of $116,950 and just above the national figure of $173,750.
Property taxes weigh heavily on owners. The county's median property tax rate of 2.09% is higher than the Illinois rate of 1.8% and nearly three times the national rate of 0.74%. With home values near the national median, the tax rate is a major factor in the cost of owning here.
The median household income of $76,028 is above the state figure of $65,699.50 and the national figure of $65,108, which helps offset some of the higher housing costs. Employment is less favorable, with an unemployment rate of 3.06% compared with 2.92% in Illinois and 2.87% nationally.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 25.27% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 18.61% and the national share of 21.81%. That points to an active rental market. Overall, Kankakee County combines above-average incomes with above-average rents, home values, taxes, and unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Kankakee
Kankakee County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 55,160 total parcels, including 43,752 residential and 3,762 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.49% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 89,202 deeds and 63,755 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 34,148 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 55,160 |
| Residential Parcels | 43,752 |
| Commercial Parcels | 3,762 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.49% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 89,202 |
| Mortgage Records | 63,755 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 34,148 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 1,870 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, and a release documents that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Kankakee County has 37,228 assignment and release records, including 4,099 assignment documents and 33,116 release documents, plus 13 other documents. They were recorded from June 22, 2017, through September 5, 2025. Information on recording and requests is available from the Kankakee County Recorder's Office.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off, follow a loan as it moved between lenders, and find liens that may remain open before a sale or refinance. The date range also makes it easier to focus on documents recorded in a particular period of a property's history.
How to Search Kankakee County, IL Property Records
Property records in Kankakee County are maintained by the Kankakee County Recorder's Office, which records deeds, mortgages, and other documents affecting real estate. These records support research on the county's 55,160 parcels, including ownership history, recorded transfers, and loans secured by a property.
The Kankakee County Recorder's Office website is the official starting point for record information and services. Its forms page has recording paperwork, and the eRecording page explains how to submit documents electronically. The office is at 189 East Court Street, Kankakee, IL, 60901, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 815-937-2980 for help with a specific record.
Before you search, gather the property address, the owner's name, or the parcel number. Recorded documents are usually found by owner name and an approximate recording date, so any detail about when the property was sold or financed narrows the results. Recorder data for the county runs from January 3, 2006, through August 14, 2025.
If you need a certified copy of a deed or mortgage, request it directly from the Recorder's Office, in person or by phone.
Kankakee Registrar of Deeds
The Kankakee County Probate Office is located at 189 East Court Street, Kankakee, IL, 60901 and can be reached at 815-937-2980. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website k3countyrecorder.com.
Kankakee County Recorder's Office
Kankakee County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Kankakee County property records by address?
Start at the Kankakee County Recorder's Office website or call 815-937-2980 with the property address. Staff at 189 East Court Street, Kankakee, can help locate recorded documents. If the address does not return a match, give the owner's name or parcel number, since recorded documents are commonly indexed by name.
How can I find property owners in Kankakee County?
Owners are named on the recorded deeds. The county holds 89,202 deed records recorded from January 3, 2006, to August 14, 2025. Contact the Kankakee County Recorder's Office at 815-937-2980, or visit Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, to request a search by name or parcel number.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Kankakee County?
The county's tax data reflects the 2024 assessment year. To find the assessed value of a specific parcel, call the Recorder's Office at 815-937-2980 and ask to be directed to the county's assessment office, or check the Kankakee County Recorder's website for links. Have the parcel number or address ready.
Where can I find Kankakee County property tax bills and payment records?
In Illinois, property tax bills are issued and collected at the county level. Call the Kankakee County Recorder's Office at 815-937-2980 and ask which office handles tax bills and payment history for your parcel. Keep your parcel number or property address available so the right department can find your account quickly.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Kankakee County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded at the Kankakee County Recorder's Office, 189 East Court Street, Kankakee. Recording forms are on its forms page, and documents can be submitted through eRecording. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Kankakee County parcel maps and GIS information?
Kankakee County has 55,160 parcels, and parcel maps show how they are laid out. Call the Recorder's Office at 815-937-2980 to ask which county office maintains current parcel and GIS maps and whether copies are available. Maps are a helpful reference for finding a property but do not replace a professional survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Kankakee County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on whether a property is in a city or village or in unincorporated county territory. Call 815-937-2980 for guidance on which office covers your address. If the property is inside a municipality such as the City of Kankakee, contact that city for its own permit and zoning requirements.
How can I create a list of property owners in Kankakee County?
County records are built for lookups on individual properties, so a list of owners generally requires a request. Call the Kankakee County Recorder's Office at 815-937-2980 to ask what searches or copies of recorded documents can be provided for a specific area or date range, and whether copying fees apply.