Clinton County, IA Property Records
Property records in Clinton, Iowa provide key details about real estate within the city and surrounding Clinton County, including parcel numbers, ownership information, legal descriptions, assessed values, property classifications, building details, sales history, and tax-related data. These records are useful for homeowners verifying assessment information, buyers researching a property before purchase, real estate professionals comparing market data, and residents reviewing local property tax information.
Official Clinton property records are maintained primarily by Clinton County offices. Assessment and parcel information can be accessed through the Clinton County Assessor, while deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are handled by the County Recorder. Users can begin their search through the county’s official online resources, including the Clinton County Assessor’s official property records, or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies and additional assistance.
Clinton County, IA Property Records & Statistics
Clinton County has a median rent of $751.50, above the Iowa median of $739 and below the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 20.77% of occupied homes, a little higher than the state's 19.29% and just under the national 21.81%.
The median home value of $144,900 exceeds the state's $134,900 but sits below the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.26% is nearly identical to Iowa's 1.27%, and both are higher than the national rate of 0.74%.
The median household income is $63,630.50, lower than the state's $67,426 and the national $65,108, so housing costs weigh a bit more on typical earnings. The unemployment rate of 2% is slightly above Iowa's 1.88% but below the national 2.87%.
In sum, Clinton County is a moderately priced market with home values and rents above the state median, tax rates in line with Iowa, and incomes that run somewhat lower.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Clinton
Clinton County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 35,036 total parcels, including 20,388 residential and 1,936 commercial parcels, with 92.18% tax record coverage for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 42,024 deeds and 38,994 mortgages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 35,036 |
| Residential Parcels | 20,388 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,936 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.18% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 42,024 |
| Mortgage Records | 38,994 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 17,078 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 10,133 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a loan transferred between lenders or holders, and a release shows it was paid off and the lien removed.
Clinton County has 50,440 assignment and release records, including 6,134 assignment documents recorded from January 4, 2005, to August 25, 2025, and 44,262 release documents recorded from January 4, 2005, to August 29, 2025, along with 44 other documents. Recording details are available through the Clinton County land records page.
Researchers can use these records to see who holds a loan, confirm that earlier mortgages were cleared, and identify liens that may still be open before a purchase or refinance.
How to Search Clinton County, IA Property Records
The Clinton County Recorder's Office, 1900 N. 3rd Street in Clinton, keeps the county's recorded real estate documents and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Its records accompany assessment information for 35,036 parcels and include deeds, mortgages, plats, and foreclosure filings.
Begin at the Clinton County Recorder's Office site for office information and services. The Recorder's plat index is the county's official records search for platted properties, and the Clinton County land records page explains electronic recording and document submission.
When searching, have a property address, owner name, or legal description ready, enter the most complete details you can, and open the record that matches. Deed records run from January 2, 2006, to August 22, 2025.
If you cannot find what you need online, call the Recorder at 563-244-0565.
Clinton Registrar of Deeds
The Clinton County Probate Office is located at 1900 N. 3rd Street, Clinton, IA, 52732 and can be reached at 563-244-0565. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through clintoncounty-ia.gov or the official website clintoncounty-ia.gov.
Clinton County Recorder’s Office
Clinton County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Clinton County property records by address?
Start with the Clinton County Recorder's plat index, then contact the Recorder's Office at 563-244-0565 if the address does not return a match. Staff at 1900 N. 3rd Street, Clinton, can help locate deeds and mortgages for a property.
How can I find property owners in Clinton County?
Owners are identified on recorded deeds. Use the Clinton County Recorder's site to reach records and look for the latest deed on a parcel. The Recorder's Office can assist in person on weekdays, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, or by phone at 563-244-0565.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Clinton County?
Assessments are kept by the county assessor and the county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Call the Recorder's Office at 563-244-0565 to be directed to the assessor. Recorded deeds on the Recorder's page can also supply recent sale information.
Where can I find Clinton County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the county treasurer's office rather than the Recorder. Call the Clinton County Recorder's Office at 563-244-0565 and staff can give you the treasurer's contact details so you can request a bill or confirm a payment.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Clinton County?
The Recorder's Office holds deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. Search the plat index online or visit 1900 N. 3rd Street, Clinton. The land records page explains how recorded documents are submitted.
Where can I access Clinton County parcel maps and GIS information?
Clinton County has 35,036 parcels. Plat information is available through the Recorder's plat index. For a full GIS parcel viewer, call 563-244-0565 and ask which county department maintains it. Maps are references and are not legal surveys.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Clinton County?
Permits and zoning are administered by county zoning staff or by the city when a property sits within town limits, not by the Recorder. Call 563-244-0565 for the right contact and confirm requirements before starting construction or changing a property's use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Clinton County?
Records are searched property by property, so lists are compiled by reviewing recorded deeds for each parcel or name. For larger or bulk requests, contact the Clinton County Recorder's Office at 563-244-0565 to ask what is available.