Vermilion County, IL Property Records
Property records in Vermilion, Illinois, document important details about real estate within Vermilion County, including ownership history, deeds, mortgages, liens, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property tax information, and legal descriptions. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, researchers, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm property characteristics, or conduct due diligence before a transaction.
Official Vermilion property records are maintained by county offices, including the Vermilion County Clerk and Recorder for recorded land documents and the Supervisor of Assessments or Treasurer for assessment and tax-related information. Users can access records online or find office contact details through the county’s official website for Vermilion County property records.
Vermilion County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Vermilion County offers lower housing costs than the Illinois average. The median rent is $749.50, just under the state median of $762 and well below the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 18.58% of occupied homes, nearly identical to the state's 18.61% and below the national 21.81%, so homeownership is the norm.
The median home value is $95,300, compared with $116,950 across Illinois and $173,750 nationally, which puts the county among the more affordable markets for buyers. Taxes are less of a bargain: the median property tax rate of 1.71% is a little below the state rate of 1.8% but more than double the national rate of 0.74%, so owners pay a meaningful share of their home's value each year.
The median household income is $64,821, close to the state figure of $65,699.50 and the national figure of $65,108. Incomes keep pace with the rest of the country even though homes cost less to buy. The unemployment rate is 2.91%, essentially level with Illinois at 2.92% and just above the national rate of 2.87%.
Together, these figures describe a county with low home values, moderate rents, relatively high property taxes, and incomes and employment that closely match state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Vermilion
Vermilion County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and a long foreclosure history. The county has 54,897 total parcels, including 30,451 residential and 2,659 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 89.74% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents total 77,211 deeds and 34,415 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 26,747 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 54,897 |
| Residential Parcels | 30,451 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,659 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 89.74% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 77,211 |
| Mortgage Records | 34,415 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 26,747 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 6,890 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender to another, while a release documents that the loan was satisfied and the lien lifted from the property.
Vermilion County has 22,219 assignment and release records, made up of 2,940 assignment documents, 19,270 release documents, and 9 other documents. Assignments were recorded from June 1, 2017, to September 2, 2025, and releases from May 16, 2017, to September 2, 2025.
These records help answer practical questions in property research: who holds the loan on a property now, whether a prior mortgage was paid off, and how a loan moved between lenders. Buyers, sellers, and title researchers can use them to confirm a clear lien history before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Vermilion County, IL Property Records
Vermilion County property records are handled largely through the Vermilion County Recorder's Office in Danville, which keeps deeds, mortgages, and other recorded land documents. The county has 54,897 parcels, with deed and mortgage records dating from January 3, 2006, to August 21, 2025.
The Vermilion County Recorder's Office page explains the office's services, forms, and contact details. For searching documents directly, use the Vermilion County land records search, where you can look up recorded deeds, mortgages, and related instruments.
To search, have the owner's name, property address, or parcel number ready. Open the land records search, enter the most complete information you have, and review the matching documents to find the one that applies to your property. These records can show ownership transfers, mortgage filings, and parcel details.
For in-person help, the office is at 201 N. Vermilion St., Danville, IL 61832, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 217-554-6040 or 217-554-6042.
Vermilion Registrar of Deeds
The Vermilion County Probate Office is located at 201 N. Vermilion St., Danville, IL, 61832 and can be reached at 217-554-6040, 217-554-6042. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through vercounty.org or the official website vercounty.org.
Vermilion County Recorder’s Office
Vermilion County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Vermilion County property records by address?
Open the Vermilion County land records search and enter the property address or the owner's name. If an address returns nothing, try a shorter version or search by name. The Recorder's Office can also help by phone at 217-554-6040.
How can I find property owners in Vermilion County?
Owners are identified through recorded deeds. Search the land records search by name or address to find the deed that transferred a property. The county has 77,211 deed records, so results can usually be narrowed by adding a date range or parcel details.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Vermilion County?
Vermilion County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the most recent assessor update on June 18, 2025. To confirm the assessed value of a particular parcel, call the Recorder's Office at 217-554-6040 and ask which county office can give you the assessment for your parcel number.
Where can I find Vermilion County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax records in the county currently reflect tax year 2024. For help locating a tax bill or payment history, call the Recorder's Office at 217-554-6040 or 217-554-6042 and ask for the right contact. Keep your parcel number or the owner's name handy.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Vermilion County?
Use the Vermilion County land records search for deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments. Records run from January 3, 2006, to August 21, 2025. You can also visit the Recorder's Office at 201 N. Vermilion St., Danville.
Where can I access Vermilion County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 54,897 parcels. For parcel maps and GIS information, call the Recorder's Office at 217-554-6040 and ask which county office maintains them. Parcel numbers from a deed or tax bill help staff direct you to the right map or record.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Vermilion County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on the property's location. The Recorder's Office, at 217-554-6040, can direct you to the correct county office. For properties inside a city or village, ask that municipality about its own permit and zoning requirements.
How can I create a list of property owners in Vermilion County?
The online land records search is designed for property-by-property lookups. For a larger list or bulk records, contact the Recorder's Office at 217-554-6040 or 217-554-6042 to ask what is available and how requests are handled.