Delaware County, IA Property Records
Property records in Delaware, Iowa are maintained primarily by Delaware County offices and document key information about real estate within the community. These records may include parcel numbers, ownership details, legal descriptions, assessed values, building and land characteristics, tax information, transfers, deeds, mortgages, plats, and related recorded instruments.
They are useful for homebuyers, property owners, lenders, attorneys, surveyors, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review property taxes, confirm legal descriptions, estimate value, or investigate a property’s transaction history. Users can access official Delaware property records through Delaware County departments, including the Assessor for parcel and valuation data, the Recorder for deeds and recorded documents, and the Treasurer for property tax information. A good starting point is the county’s official property records resources on the Delaware County government website.
Delaware County, IA Property Records & Statistics
Delaware County has a median rent of $725, a bit under Iowa's $739 and well below the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 17.24% of occupied homes, below the state's 19.29% and the national 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value of $159,400 is above the state's $134,900 but still under the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.33% is a little higher than Iowa's 1.27% and nearly double the national 0.74%.
Income is a strength. The median household income of $75,278 is higher than the state's $67,426 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.78% is below Iowa's 1.88% and the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures show a county with lower rents, higher-than-average home values, above-average incomes, and low unemployment, along with slightly elevated property taxes.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Delaware
Delaware County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 18,052 total parcels, including 10,295 residential and 1,043 commercial parcels, with 92.8% tax record coverage for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 17,663 deeds and 16,755 mortgages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 18,052 |
| Residential Parcels | 10,295 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,043 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.8% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 17,663 |
| Mortgage Records | 16,755 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6,592 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 355 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records trace a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows the loan being transferred to another lender or holder, while a release shows the debt was satisfied and the lien removed.
Delaware County has 21,314 assignment and release records, including 1,817 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to August 5, 2025, and 19,482 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to August 14, 2025, along with 15 other documents. Search recorded documents through the Iowa Land Records website.
Researchers use these records to confirm that past loans were paid off, see who holds a current mortgage, and identify liens that could still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Delaware County, IA Property Records
The Delaware County Recorder's Office, 301 E Main Street in Manchester, maintains recorded real estate documents and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Its records complement assessment data for the county's 18,052 parcels, including ownership, deeds, mortgages, and lien filings.
The Delaware County Recorder's Office website explains the office's services and contacts. To search recorded documents online, use Iowa Land Records, the official statewide portal for recorded instruments.
When searching, have a property address, owner name, or document type ready, enter the most complete details you can, and use a date range if you know when a transaction was recorded. Deed records run from January 3, 2006, to July 31, 2025.
For help finding a record, call the Recorder at 563-927-4665.
Delaware Registrar of Deeds
The Delaware County Probate Office is located at 301 E Main Street, Manchester, IA, 52057 and can be reached at 563-927-4665. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through iowalandrecords.org or the official website delawarecounty.iowa.gov.
Delaware County Recorder’s Office
Delaware County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Delaware County property records by address?
Use Iowa Land Records to search recorded documents tied to a property. If an address does not return a match, call the Delaware County Recorder's Office at 563-927-4665 or visit 301 E Main Street, Manchester, for help.
How can I find property owners in Delaware County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds, which you can search through Iowa Land Records. Open the most recent deed on a parcel to see who holds title. The Recorder's Office can also help in person on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Delaware County?
Assessed values come from the county assessor, and records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Call the Recorder's Office at 563-927-4665 for direction to the assessor. Recorded deeds on Iowa Land Records may show recent sales for comparison.
Where can I find Delaware County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled by the county treasurer rather than the Recorder. Call 563-927-4665 and staff can provide the treasurer's contact details, or browse departments through the county website.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Delaware County?
The Recorder's Office records deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. Search them online through Iowa Land Records or visit 301 E Main Street, Manchester, weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Deed records are available from January 3, 2006.
Where can I access Delaware County parcel maps and GIS information?
Delaware County has 18,052 parcels. Ask the Recorder's Office at 563-927-4665 which county department maintains the current parcel map or GIS viewer, or start from the county website. Maps are for reference and are not legal surveys.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Delaware County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county zoning staff or by the city if a property is within Manchester or another town, not by the Recorder. Call 563-927-4665 for the right contact, and confirm requirements before building.
How can I create a list of property owners in Delaware County?
Because records are searched one property or name at a time, lists are built by reviewing recorded deeds through Iowa Land Records. For bulk requests, contact the Delaware County Recorder's Office at 563-927-4665 to ask what is available.