Muscatine City Property Records in Iowa
Muscatine property records document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, taxes, transfers, mortgages, liens, plats, and related land-use information for property in Muscatine, Iowa and Muscatine County. Users can access legal property information through Muscatine County Assessor for parcel details, ownership, valuations, and assessment history; Muscatine County Recorder for recorded deeds, mortgages, releases, plats, and other land records; and Muscatine County Treasurer for property tax bills, payment history, and tax-sale information. Statewide recorded land documents may also be available through Iowa Land Records, Iowa’s official online land-records portal. For court-related property matters—such as foreclosures, probate cases affecting title, or judgment liens—users can consult Muscatine County Clerk of District Court or search Iowa Courts Online. For zoning, permits, and local land-use records within city limits, users may contact The City of Muscatine Community Development Department.
Muscatine Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Muscatine. It shows the number of reported violent crimes, including murder, robbery, and assault, as well as property crimes, including total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.
Muscatine recorded 0 murders, 3 robberies, and 47 assaults. For property crimes, the data shows 285 total property crimes, 55 burglaries, and 33 motor vehicle thefts.
Users can use these counts to see which types of reported crime appear in Muscatine and how often each one is recorded. The counts reflect reported incidents only and do not describe every crime that occurred in the city.
What Is the Population Profile of Muscatine
Muscatine's Race and Ethnicity data shows the racial and ethnic makeup of its residents. White residents are the largest group at 72% (16,965 residents), followed by Hispanic residents at 19% (4,546) and Black residents at 5% (1,064). Smaller groups include Two or More Races at 3% (759), Asian residents at 0.68% (160), Other Race at 0.19% (45), American Indian residents at 0.12% (28), and Pacific Islander residents at 0% (0).
Muscatine, Ratings Compared Across Iowa 
Muscatine's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. Its highest-rated categories are Commute (A-), Access to Parks (A-), and Diversity (A-). Other notable ratings include Cost of Living (B+), Jobs (B), Weather (B-), Public Schools (C+), and Access to Coffee Shops (C+). Together, the ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Muscatine
Muscatine's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (36%), Bachelor Degree (16%), and Some College (12%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Muscatine's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during Before 1939 (35%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (24%) and 1980 - 1999 (18%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Muscatine's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (39%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (33%) and 4 Bedrooms (14%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Muscatine's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (16%), 35 - 44 (13%), and 55 - 64 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Muscatine
Muscatine's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $146,900. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $979 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Muscatine's dynamic real estate landscape.