Moultrie County, IL Property Records
Property records in Moultrie, Illinois document key details about real estate within Moultrie County, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, recorded deeds, plats, mortgages, and transfer history. These records are useful for confirming ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and conducting historical or legal due diligence.
Official Moultrie property records can be accessed through county offices such as the Supervisor of Assessments, County Clerk and Recorder, and Treasurer, depending on the type of information needed. Users can start with the county’s official online resources for Moultrie County property records and contact the appropriate office for certified copies or detailed assistance.
Moultrie County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Moultrie County has a median rent of $725, below the Illinois median of $762 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 18.8% of occupied homes, just above the state share of 18.61% and below the national share of 21.81%, so the local market is close to the state pattern.
The median home value is $117,100, nearly identical to the state median of $116,950 and well under the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 1.94% is above the state rate of 1.8% and more than two and a half times the national rate of 0.74%, so taxes are a significant cost for owners.
Incomes are comfortable. The median household income of $74,167 is higher than $65,699.50 for Illinois and $65,108 nationally. The unemployment rate of 1.53% is well below the state rate of 2.92% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a county with low rents, home values in line with the state, relatively high property taxes, above-average incomes, and a strong labor market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Moultrie
Moultrie County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 11,311 total parcels, including 6,064 residential and 551 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 91.83% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 14,874 deeds and 8,871 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 4,553 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 11,311 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,064 |
| Commercial Parcels | 551 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 91.83% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 14,874 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,871 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,553 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 429 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Moultrie County has 16,685 assignment and release records. They include 2,086 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 27, 2025, and 14,593 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 29, 2025, along with 6 other documents.
For property research, these records show who holds a mortgage, how a loan passed between lenders, and whether earlier mortgages were paid off. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to confirm that previous liens were released before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Moultrie County, IL Property Records
Moultrie County property records are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder's Office in Sullivan, which records deeds, mortgages, and related real estate documents. The county's records cover 11,311 parcels and include deed and mortgage filings from January 3, 2006 onward, so you can research ownership, recorded loans, transfers, and foreclosure filings.
Start with the Moultrie County Clerk & Recorder page, which provides the office's official information. If you need to record a document, the recording information and forms page explains the process. The office is at 10 S. Main St., Sullivan, IL, 61951, is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 217-728-4389.
Before contacting or visiting the office, gather the property address, the owner's name, or a parcel number. The more complete the detail, the easier it is for staff to find the right deed or mortgage. Note the document type and recording date of anything you find so you can request a copy or follow the chain of ownership.
If you cannot find a record, call the office and ask how to request a search.
Moultrie Registrar of Deeds
The Moultrie County Probate Office is located at 10 S. Main St., Sullivan, IL, 61951 and can be reached at 217-728-4389. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website moultriecountyil.gov.
Moultrie County Clerk & Recorder's Office
Moultrie County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Moultrie County property records by address?
Contact the Moultrie County Clerk & Recorder with the full street address, and the owner's name if you know it. Staff can search the recorded documents for the property. Call 217-728-4389 or visit 10 S. Main St., Sullivan, on weekdays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I find property owners in Moultrie County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Ask the Moultrie County Clerk & Recorder to look up the most recent deed by address or owner name, or call 217-728-4389. A parcel number or the previous owner's name will speed up the search.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Moultrie County?
Moultrie County's tax records cover the 2024 assessment year, and valuation data is available for 4,553 properties. To check the assessment on a specific parcel, call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 217-728-4389 and ask where assessment records for your address are kept. Have the address or parcel number ready.
Where can I find Moultrie County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payment history are tied to a parcel number. Call the Moultrie County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 217-728-4389, or visit 10 S. Main St., Sullivan, during weekday hours, and ask which office handles the bill and payment for your property.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Moultrie County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are held by the Moultrie County Clerk & Recorder. The county holds 14,874 deed records and 8,871 mortgage records from January 3, 2006 onward. See the recording page for forms and recording details.
Where can I access Moultrie County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 11,311 parcels. For parcel maps or GIS layers, call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 217-728-4389 and ask which department maintains them and how to view one. Parcel maps are a reference tool and are not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Moultrie County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on whether a property is inside a city or in unincorporated Moultrie County. Call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 217-728-4389 to be directed to the right office. If the property is in Sullivan or another municipality, also check with that city's hall.
How can I create a list of property owners in Moultrie County?
The county's records are organized by individual property, so a list means searching across several parcels. For a larger or bulk request, contact the Moultrie County Clerk & Recorder at 217-728-4389 and ask what records or copies the office can provide.