Cass County, IA Property Records
Property records in Cass, Iowa document ownership, valuation, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, transfers, tax assessments, exemptions, and other details tied to real estate within Cass County. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership history, property characteristics, or tax information. They can also help with due diligence before a purchase, estate planning, boundary questions, and understanding assessed values.
Users can access official Cass property records through county government offices, including the Assessor for parcel and valuation information and the Recorder for deeds and other recorded documents. A good starting point is the Cass County Assessor’s official property records, where users can find guidance on assessment data and related property information.
Cass County, IA Property Records & Statistics
Cass County has a median rent of $697, below the Iowa median of $739 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 19.65% of homes, slightly above the state share of 19.29% and under the national share of 21.81%, so the county has a typical Iowa balance of owners and renters.
The median home value is $125,350, lower than the state median of $134,900 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.33% is a bit above Iowa's 1.27% and well above the national rate of 0.74%. Affordable prices help offset the higher rate, but taxes remain a meaningful ownership cost.
Median household income is $62,972, below both the state figure of $67,426 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 0.8%, far below the state rate of 1.88% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, the data shows a low-cost county with modest rents and home values, taxes above average, incomes somewhat below the benchmarks, and an exceptionally tight job market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Cass
Cass County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 17,019 total parcels, including 6,331 residential and 878 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 96.72% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 12,188 deeds and 7,344 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 5,063 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 17,019 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,331 |
| Commercial Parcels | 878 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 96.72% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 12,188 |
| Mortgage Records | 7,344 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 5,063 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 12 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show how a mortgage changes after it is recorded. An assignment documents that a mortgage was transferred to another lender or holder, while a release shows the loan was paid off and the lien cleared from the property.
Cass County has 11,294 assignment and release records, including 1,381 assignment documents, 9,886 release documents, and 27 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 18, 2005, through August 13, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, through August 13, 2025. Recording details are on the Cass County Recorder's Office page.
Researchers use these records to confirm that earlier mortgages were released, follow a loan between lenders, and identify liens that could still be open ahead of a sale or refinance.
How to Search Cass County, IA Property Records
Cass County property records are maintained by the County Recorder in Atlantic, who files deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and other real estate documents. Each record typically shows the parties, the document type, the recording date, and a legal description, and together they cover the county's 17,019 parcels.
The Cass County Recorder's Office page on the county website explains the office's services and how to request or record documents. Standard paperwork is available from the Cass County forms page.
To research a property, gather an owner name, a document type, or an approximate recording date. Contact the office with those details, review the documents it identifies, and confirm the legal description matches your property. Searching by grantor or grantee name is a dependable way to trace ownership.
The office is at 5 West 7th Street, Atlantic, IA 50022, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 712-243-1692 for questions about a specific record.
Cass Registrar of Deeds
The Cass County Probate Office is located at 5 West 7th Street, Atlantic, IA, 50022 and can be reached at 712-243-1692. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website casscountyia.gov.
Cass County Recorder’s Office
Cass County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Cass County property records by address?
Call the Cass County Recorder at 712-243-1692 with the property address and ask staff to help find related recorded documents. The Recorder's Office page lists services. For assessment details by address, contact the county assessor at the courthouse in Atlantic.
How can I find property owners in Cass County?
Owners are named in recorded deeds, which the Recorder's Office keeps. Visit 5 West 7th Street in Atlantic or call 712-243-1692 to find the latest deed for a property. Office information is on the Cass County Recorder's Office page.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Cass County?
The county assessor sets assessed values, and the county's latest assessment year is 2024. Find assessor contacts through the Cass County website, or call the Recorder's Office at 712-243-1692 for a referral. Bring the address or parcel number.
Where can I find Cass County property tax bills and payment records?
The County Treasurer bills and collects property taxes. Locate the Treasurer through the Cass County website and have your parcel number available. If you cannot find it, the Recorder's Office at 712-243-1692 can point you to the right courthouse office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Cass County?
The County Recorder holds deeds, mortgages, and releases. Visit 5 West 7th Street, Atlantic, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, or call 712-243-1692. Filing paperwork is on the Cass County forms page.
Where can I access Cass County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are generally kept by county offices other than the Recorder. Check the Cass County website for mapping tools, or call 712-243-1692 and ask which department maintains them. Maps are for reference and do not replace a boundary survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Cass County?
Rural permits and zoning go through county staff, while cities such as Atlantic handle their own limits. Start at the Cass County website to find the appropriate department, or ask the Recorder's Office at 712-243-1692 for a referral.
How can I create a list of property owners in Cass County?
County tools suit single-property lookups. For a list, ask the Recorder's Office at 712-243-1692 about reviewing recent deeds by date range and any copy fees. The Recorder's Office page has more on available services.