Keokuk County, IA Property Records
Property records in Keokuk, Iowa provide official information about real estate within the city, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax details, sales history, land use, and recorded documents such as deeds or mortgages. These records are useful for homebuyers, property owners, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, estimating taxes, or reviewing a property’s history.
Because Keokuk is located in Lee County, official property information is maintained through county offices such as the Assessor, Recorder, and Treasurer. Users can access official records and related search tools through the Lee County government website, including the county’s official property records.
Keokuk County, IA Property Records & Statistics
Keokuk County has a median rent of $722, a little below Iowa's $739 and well under the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 20.41% of occupied homes, slightly above the state figure of 19.29% and below the national 21.81%, so the county remains mostly owner-occupied.
The median home value is $110,500, lower than the state median of $134,900 and the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.21% is slightly under Iowa's 1.27% but still well above the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are affordable to buy, and the tax rate is close to the state norm.
The median household income of $62,625 is below both the Iowa median of $67,426 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.05% is above the state's 1.88% but under the national 2.87%.
Taken together, the figures describe an affordable county with low rents and home values, a property tax rate near the state level, incomes somewhat below average, and employment conditions that are close to the state's.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Keokuk
Keokuk County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 17,908 total parcels, including 5,429 residential and 518 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 94.11% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 14,295 deeds and 8,492 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 3,765 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 17,908 |
| Residential Parcels | 5,429 |
| Commercial Parcels | 518 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.11% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 14,295 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,492 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,765 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 54 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment records the transfer of a mortgage between lenders or loan holders, and a release records that the loan was satisfied and the lien cleared.
Keokuk County has 9,948 assignment and release records. They include 1,040 assignment documents recorded from January 7, 2005, to July 21, 2025, and 8,894 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to July 31, 2025, along with 14 other documents.
For property research, these records reveal who holds a loan on a property and whether earlier mortgages were paid off. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to follow a loan between lenders and confirm that liens were released before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Keokuk County, IA Property Records
Keokuk County property records are kept by the Keokuk County Recorder's Office, which records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents. With assessment data, they cover the county's 17,908 parcels, including ownership, transfers, mortgages, and valuations.
Start with the Keokuk County Recorder's Office page for office information and services. To search recorded documents online, use the Iowa Land Records portal, the official records search where you can look up deeds and mortgages by name or date.
The office is at 101 South Main St, Sigourney, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 641-622-2540 for help finding a record or requesting copies.
Before you search, have the owner's name, the property address, or a legal description ready. Begin with a name search, narrow it by date range, and open the deed or mortgage that matches the property. If something is missing online, contact the office directly.
Keokuk Registrar of Deeds
The Keokuk County Probate Office is located at 101 South Main St, Sigourney, IA, 52591 and can be reached at 641-622-2540. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through iowalandrecords.org or the official website keokukcounty.iowa.gov.
Keokuk County Recorder’s Office
Keokuk County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Keokuk County property records by address?
Search recorded documents on the Iowa Land Records portal by name or date. If you only have an address, call the Keokuk County Recorder's Office at 641-622-2540 and staff can help find the matching deeds and mortgages.
How can I find property owners in Keokuk County?
Owners are named on the deeds recorded with the county. Search the Iowa Land Records portal to see deeds and their parties. The county holds 14,295 deed records, recorded from January 3, 2006, to July 31, 2025. The office at 101 South Main St, Sigourney, can also help in person.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Keokuk County?
Keokuk County's assessment records reflect the 2024 assessment year and cover 17,908 parcels, with a latest assessor update of September 1, 2025. For help with an assessment, call the Recorder's Office at 641-622-2540 for a referral to the right department.
Where can I find Keokuk County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are managed by the county's tax offices, not the Recorder. Call 641-622-2540 or visit the Keokuk County Recorder page, and staff can direct you to the department that handles current bills and payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Keokuk County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases, and other instruments are recorded by the Keokuk County Recorder. Search them on the Iowa Land Records portal, or visit 101 South Main St, Sigourney, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The phone number is 641-622-2540.
Where can I access Keokuk County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are provided outside the Recorder's Office, but staff can point you to the right department for the county's 17,908 parcels. Call 641-622-2540 or start at the Recorder's Office page. Maps are for reference and are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Keokuk County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county and city offices rather than the Recorder. Call the Keokuk County Recorder's Office at 641-622-2540 for a referral. For property inside a city such as Sigourney, ask that city about its own rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Keokuk County?
The online tools support property-by-property lookups. To build a list, search the Iowa Land Records portal by date range and note the deed holders. For bulk or larger requests, call the Recorder's Office at 641-622-2540 to ask what is available.