Perry County, IL Property Records
Property records in Perry, Illinois, document important information about land and real estate within the village, including ownership history, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property tax details, deeds, mortgages, and transfers. These records are useful for homebuyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and legal or financial professionals who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, estimate property value, or investigate a property’s history.
Because Perry is located in Pike County, official property records are maintained through county offices such as the Pike County Supervisor of Assessments, County Clerk and Recorder, and Treasurer. Users can access assessment and related real estate information through the county’s official resources for Perry property records, or contact the appropriate county office for recorded documents and tax information. For the most accurate and current records, rely on Pike County’s official government offices and databases.
Perry County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Perry County has a median rent of $775, a little above the Illinois median of $762 and below the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 19.26% of occupied homes, compared with 18.61% statewide and 21.81% nationally, so owner-occupied homes still make up most of the market.
Home values are modest. The median home value is $93,700, well under the Illinois median of $116,950 and the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate is 1.76%, slightly below the state rate of 1.8% but far above the national rate of 0.74%. Even with a lower rate than the state, taxes take a notable share of a home's value.
The median household income is $57,500, lower than $65,699.50 across Illinois and $65,108 nationwide. The unemployment rate of 3.31% is higher than the state rate of 2.92% and the national rate of 2.87%.
The overall picture is an affordable county, with low home values and rents that are close to the state level, but also incomes that trail the state and nation and unemployment that is above both.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Perry
Perry County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, assignments and releases, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 16,066 total parcels, including 8,701 residential and 653 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 91.16% of the population for the 2023 assessment year. Recorded documents include 20,242 deeds and 12,269 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 6,869 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 16,066 |
| Residential Parcels | 8,701 |
| Commercial Parcels | 653 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 91.16% |
| Assessment Year | 2023 |
| Deed Records | 20,242 |
| Mortgage Records | 12,269 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6,869 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 740 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment means the mortgage was transferred to a new lender or loan holder, while a release means the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Perry County has 17,750 assignment and release records on file. They include 1,414 assignment documents and 16,317 release documents, along with 19 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 5, 2005, through August 14, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, through September 4, 2025.
Buyers, owners and researchers can use these records to confirm that past mortgages on a property were released, to follow a loan as it passed between lenders, and to identify liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Perry County, IL Property Records
In Perry County, property records are maintained by the Perry County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 3764 State Routes 13 in Pinckneyville. The office holds deeds and mortgages recorded from January 3, 2006 through August 21, 2025, and the county's records cover 16,066 parcels along with valuation, assignment, release and foreclosure information.
The Perry County land records page is the official starting point. It is where the county directs people looking for recorded documents and information about the Clerk & Recorder's services.
To search, have the property address, the owner's name or the parcel number on hand. Look for the deed or mortgage that matches the property, and use the details to see who owns it, what loans are recorded against it and when documents were filed. If the website doesn't give you what you need, call the office at 618-357-5116 or visit in person Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and staff can help point you to the right record.
Perry Registrar of Deeds
The Perry County Probate Office is located at 3764 State Routes 13, Pinckneyville, IL, 62274 and can be reached at 618-357-5116. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website perrycountyil.gov.
Perry County Clerk & Recorder's Office
Perry County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Perry County property records by address?
Start at the Perry County land records page, the county's official resource for recorded documents. Have the property's full street address ready. If it doesn't lead you to the right document, call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 618-357-5116 for help.
How can I find property owners in Perry County?
Owners of record are shown on recorded deeds. Perry County has 20,242 deed records from January 3, 2006 through August 21, 2025. Begin with the land records page, or call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 618-357-5116 to ask for help finding a specific deed.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Perry County?
Perry County's tax records reflect the 2023 assessment year, with the last assessor update on November 15, 2024. For a specific parcel's assessed value, call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 618-357-5116 and ask which county office holds assessment details for the property.
Where can I find Perry County property tax bills and payment records?
The county's tax data covers the 2023 tax year. For a bill or payment history on a particular parcel, call the Perry County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 618-357-5116 for direction to the office that handles collection, or visit 3764 State Routes 13, Pinckneyville, on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Perry County?
The Clerk & Recorder's Office keeps deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases. Use the Perry County land records page to get started. Records include 20,242 deeds and 12,269 mortgages, and the office in Pinckneyville is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Where can I access Perry County parcel maps and GIS information?
Perry County has 16,066 parcels. For parcel maps or GIS layers, call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 618-357-5116 and ask which county office maintains them. The land records page is a useful place to begin. Remember that a parcel map is a reference tool and not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Perry County?
Building permits and zoning are not part of the recorded land records. Call the Perry County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 618-357-5116 and ask which office handles permits for your property. If the property lies within a city or village, such as Pinckneyville, the municipality may have its own rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Perry County?
Individual owners can be found through recorded deeds, using the Perry County land records page. For a larger list or bulk data, call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 618-357-5116 to ask what the office can provide, and whether any fees or forms apply to your request.