Pike County, IL Property Records
Property records in Pike, Illinois, document ownership and legal details for real estate throughout Pike County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, property transfers, parcel information, assessed values, and tax history. They are useful for buyers, sellers, title researchers, attorneys, lenders, and property owners who need to verify ownership, review transaction history, confirm legal descriptions, or understand assessment and tax obligations.
Official Pike property records are maintained by county offices, including the Pike County Clerk and Recorder for recorded land documents and the Supervisor of Assessments or Treasurer for assessment and tax-related information. Users can start by visiting the county’s official Pike County Clerk and Recorder page for guidance on accessing recorded property documents and related services.
Pike County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Pike County has a median rent of $675, noticeably below the Illinois median of $762 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 19.34% of occupied homes, a little above the state figure of 18.61% and under the national figure of 21.81%, so most residents own their homes.
Housing is inexpensive here. The median home value is $89,300, compared with $116,950 in Illinois and $173,750 nationally. The median property tax rate of 1.59% is below the state rate of 1.8%, though it is still more than double the national rate of 0.74%. Buyers pay low prices and a somewhat lighter tax rate than the state average.
The median household income is $57,475, below the state median of $65,699.50 and the national median of $65,108, which fits with the lower housing costs. The unemployment rate of 2.49% is lower than both the state rate of 2.92% and the national rate of 2.87%, suggesting steady employment for those in the labor market.
Overall, Pike County is a low-cost market with modest incomes, below-average rents and home values, and unemployment under both comparison levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Pike
Pike County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, assignments and releases, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 21,364 total parcels, including 6,864 residential and 750 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 94.8% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 17,066 deeds and 6,348 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 5,043 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 21,364 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,864 |
| Commercial Parcels | 750 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.8% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 17,066 |
| Mortgage Records | 6,348 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 5,043 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 105 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records explain what happened to a mortgage after it was recorded. An assignment shows the loan was transferred to a different lender or holder, and a release shows the loan was paid off and the lien cleared from the property.
Pike County has 4,134 assignment and release records available. They include 254 assignment documents and 3,877 release documents, plus 3 other documents. Assignments were recorded from December 29, 2020, through August 21, 2025, and releases from October 26, 2015, through August 28, 2025.
These records help buyers and owners confirm that older loans on a property were released, see how a mortgage moved between lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Pike County, IL Property Records
Pike County's recorded property documents are kept by the Pike County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 121 E. Washington Street in Pittsfield. The records cover deeds and mortgages recorded from January 2, 2013 through August 28, 2025, and support research on the county's 21,364 parcels.
The Pike County Recorder of Deeds page is the official starting point. It is where the county provides information on the office and on recording and searching for documents.
To search, gather the property address, the owner's name or the parcel number. Use those details to find the matching deed or mortgage, and review the recording dates, the parties named and any related releases or assignments. The records can reveal who owns a property, what loans have been recorded against it and whether past mortgages were satisfied.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, call the office at 217-285-6812 or stop in Monday through Friday between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, and staff can help point you to the right record.
Pike Registrar of Deeds
The Pike County Probate Office is located at 121 E. Washington Street, Pittsfield, IL, 62363 and can be reached at 217-285-6812. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website pikecountyil.org.
Pike County Clerk & Recorder's Office
Pike County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Pike County property records by address?
Begin on the Pike County Recorder of Deeds page, the county's official source for recorded documents. Keep the full street address handy, and if you can't tie it to a record, call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 217-285-6812.
How can I find property owners in Pike County?
Recorded deeds show owners of record. Pike County has 17,066 deed records from January 2, 2013 to August 28, 2025. Use the Recorder of Deeds page, or call 217-285-6812 and ask the office to help you locate the deed for a particular property.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Pike County?
Pike County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the last assessor update on September 8, 2025. For a specific parcel's assessed value, call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 217-285-6812 and ask which county office holds the assessment details.
Where can I find Pike County property tax bills and payment records?
The county's tax data covers the 2024 tax year. For a bill or payment history, call the Pike County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 217-285-6812 to be pointed to the office that collects taxes, or visit 121 E. Washington Street, Pittsfield, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Pike County?
The Clerk & Recorder's Office keeps deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases. Start with the Recorder of Deeds page. The county has 17,066 deeds and 6,348 mortgages on record, and the office in Pittsfield can assist in person on weekdays.
Where can I access Pike County parcel maps and GIS information?
Pike County has 21,364 parcels. To find parcel maps or GIS data, call the Clerk & Recorder's Office at 217-285-6812 and ask which county office maintains them. The office website is a good place to start. Parcel maps are not a substitute for a survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Pike County?
Permit and zoning information is not part of the recorder's land records. Call the Pike County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 217-285-6812 and ask which office covers permits for your property. If it sits within a city or village, that municipality may have its own permit and zoning rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Pike County?
Owners of individual properties appear on deeds, which you can request through the Recorder of Deeds office. For a larger list or bulk data, call 217-285-6812 and ask what the office can provide, along with any fees or forms required.