Macoupin County, IL Property Records
Property records in Macoupin, Illinois document ownership and land-related activity for parcels within Macoupin County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, and transfer history. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and conducting title or historical research.
Users can access official Macoupin property records through county offices responsible for recording and assessment functions, including the County Clerk and Recorder and the Supervisor of Assessments. For recorded documents and related land records, start with the Macoupin County government’s page for the official property records. Some records may be searchable online, while certified copies or detailed historical documents may require contacting the appropriate county office directly.
Macoupin County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Macoupin County has a median rent of $805, higher than the Illinois median of $762 but below the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 22.05% of occupied homes, above the state's 18.61% and slightly above the national 21.81%, so rentals are a meaningful part of the local market.
The median home value is $114,000, a little below the state median of $116,950 and far below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.48% is lower than the Illinois rate of 1.8%, though it is double the national rate of 0.74%. Buyers find low purchase prices and a tax rate that is lighter than the state norm.
The median household income of $63,974 falls just under the state's $65,699.50 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.35% is above both the state's 2.92% and the national 2.87%, which points to a somewhat tighter job market.
Altogether, the county offers affordable homes and relatively modest taxes, with rents above the state median, incomes close to average, and unemployment above state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Macoupin
Macoupin County property records span tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 37,162 total parcels, including 21,774 residential and 1,701 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.4% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 36,572 deeds and 17,646 mortgages since January 2, 2013, and valuation data is available for 16,978 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 37,162 |
| Residential Parcels | 21,774 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,701 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.4% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 36,572 |
| Mortgage Records | 17,646 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 16,978 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 5,866 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien lifted from the property.
Macoupin County has 12,624 assignment and release records on file. They include 982 assignment documents and 11,634 release documents, along with 8 other documents, recorded from December 1, 2020, through August 28, 2025.
These records are valuable when you need to confirm that older loans were paid off, follow a mortgage through successive lenders, or find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. Because the records cover a recent window, they are especially useful for checking the current status of loans taken out in the last several years.
How to Search Macoupin County, IL Property Records
Macoupin County's recorded property documents are maintained by the Macoupin County Recorder's Office in Carlinville. Deeds and mortgages recorded since January 2, 2013 are part of the record set, along with assessment data for the county's 37,162 parcels.
The Macoupin County Clerk's office site explains the office's services and contact details. To research documents online, use the Macoupin County online land records search, and see the Macoupin County e-recording page if you file documents electronically.
In person, the office is at 201 E Main Street, Carlinville, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The phone number is 217-854-3214.
Begin with an owner's name or a property address, then review the recorded deeds, mortgages, and related documents that come up. Pay attention to recording dates and parties so you can trace the property from one transaction to the next, and call the office if a document you expect does not appear online.
Macoupin Registrar of Deeds
The Macoupin County Probate Office is located at 201 E Main Street, Carlinville, IL, 62626 and can be reached at 217-854-3214. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through macoupincountyclerk.com or the official website macoupincountyclerk.com.
Macoupin County Recorder's Office
Macoupin County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Macoupin County property records by address?
Use the Macoupin County online land records to search recorded documents. If an address does not produce a match, try the owner's name or call the Recorder's Office at 217-854-3214. The office is at 201 E Main Street, Carlinville, and is open weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I find property owners in Macoupin County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Search the online land records by name, or visit the County Clerk's office page for contact details. The county has 36,572 deed records dating from January 2, 2013, and assessment records list owners for 37,162 parcels.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Macoupin County?
The county's assessment records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the last assessor update on August 25, 2025. To see the assessed value for one parcel, call the Recorder's Office at 217-854-3214 and ask which office handles assessments for your property. Have the address or parcel number ready.
Where can I find Macoupin County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payment history are handled by the county offices that bill and collect property taxes. Call the Macoupin County Recorder's Office at 217-854-3214 or stop by 201 E Main Street in Carlinville, and staff can point you to the right office. Bring your parcel number or address.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Macoupin County?
Search deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments through the online land records. Electronic filers can use the e-recording page. You can also visit the office in person on weekdays or call 217-854-3214 to request copies.
Where can I access Macoupin County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 37,162 parcels are kept by the offices that handle assessment and mapping. Call the Macoupin County Recorder's Office at 217-854-3214 and ask where to view parcel boundary maps and GIS layers. Maps are useful for reference but do not replace a licensed survey of property lines.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Macoupin County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on location. Properties in Carlinville or another city or village follow that municipality's requirements. For unincorporated land, call the Macoupin County Recorder's Office at 217-854-3214 and ask which county department handles building permits and zoning questions for your parcel.
How can I create a list of property owners in Macoupin County?
The online tools support one-property-at-a-time research, so a list of owners generally requires a bulk request. Contact the Macoupin County Recorder's Office at 217-854-3214 to ask what data can be provided, in what format, and whether fees apply. Describe the area or property type you need.