Muscatine County, IA Property Records
Property records in Muscatine, Iowa provide important details about real estate within the county, including ownership information, parcel numbers, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax data, sales history, and recorded documents such as deeds or plats. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review property values, understand tax obligations, or research land history.
Official Muscatine property records are maintained by county offices such as the Muscatine County Assessor, Recorder, and Treasurer, depending on the type of information needed. Users can begin their search through the county’s official property records resources, where assessment and parcel information is made available to the public.
Muscatine County, IA Property Records & Statistics
Muscatine County has a median rent of $905.50, well above the Iowa median of $739 and the national median of $840.25, so renters pay more than the typical renter in the state and the country. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 21.19% of occupied homes, above the state figure of 19.29% and just under the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $154,600, higher than Iowa's $134,900 but below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.48% is above the state rate of 1.27% and about double the national rate of 0.74%, which makes ownership costs relatively high.
The median household income of $72,837 is above the state's $67,426 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.18% is higher than Iowa's 1.88% but below the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a county with higher rents, mid-range home values, above-average taxes and incomes, and unemployment a bit above the state level.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Muscatine
Muscatine County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 26,488 total parcels, including 17,328 residential and 1,342 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 94.28% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 33,073 deeds and 38,647 mortgages, and 14,770 properties have valuation data, last updated August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 26,488 |
| Residential Parcels | 17,328 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,342 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.28% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 33,073 |
| Mortgage Records | 38,647 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 14,770 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 634 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. Assignments show a loan being transferred to a new lender or holder, and releases show the debt was paid and the lien removed.
Muscatine County has 44,054 assignment and release records, including 5,033 assignment documents, 38,971 release documents, and 50 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 26, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, through August 29, 2025.
These records help researchers confirm earlier mortgages were released, follow a loan through different lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Muscatine County, IA Property Records
Muscatine County's recorded documents are maintained by the Recorder's Office in Muscatine, and assessment and valuation data cover the county's 26,488 parcels. Records include deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and foreclosure filings.
The Muscatine County real estate records page is the county's official resource for real estate documents and eRecording. The Muscatine County Recorder's Office page explains services, fees, and office contacts.
The office is at 414 E. Third Street, Muscatine, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 563-263-7741.
Before searching, gather an owner name, property address, or approximate recording date. Enter the fullest details you have, review the results, and call the office if an older document does not appear.
Muscatine Registrar of Deeds
The Muscatine County Probate Office is located at 414 E. Third Street, Muscatine, IA, 52761 and can be reached at 563-263-7741. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website muscatinecountyiowa.gov.
Muscatine County Recorder’s Office
Muscatine County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Muscatine County property records by address?
Start with the Muscatine County real estate records page, the county's official records resource, to look up documents tied to a property address. If you need help matching an address to a parcel, call the Muscatine County Recorder's Office at 563-263-7741, weekdays 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I find property owners in Muscatine County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Use the Muscatine County real estate records page to access real estate records, or ask staff at the Muscatine County Recorder's Office at 563-263-7741. The county has 33,073 deed records from January 3, 2006, through August 29, 2025.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Muscatine County?
Muscatine County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, and valuation data covers 14,770 properties. To confirm a parcel's assessed value, call the Recorder's Office at 563-263-7741 and ask which office handles assessments. Recorded deeds may show recent transfers.
Where can I find Muscatine County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled by the county's tax collection office, not the Recorder. Call the Muscatine County Recorder's Office at 563-263-7741, at 414 E. Third Street, and staff can direct you to the correct office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Muscatine County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded at the Muscatine County Recorder's Office, 414 E. Third Street, Muscatine. See the Muscatine County real estate records page for records and eRecording. The county has 33,073 deed records and 38,647 mortgage records.
Where can I access Muscatine County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information for Muscatine County's 26,488 parcels are maintained by county mapping offices. Call the Recorder's Office at 563-263-7741 and ask where the current parcel map is hosted. Maps are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Muscatine County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on whether the property is in unincorporated Muscatine County or inside a city such as Muscatine. Call the Recorder's Office at 563-263-7741 for direction, or contact the local city hall.
How can I create a list of property owners in Muscatine County?
Records are searched property by property. To compile owners, use the Muscatine County real estate records page and note grantee names on deeds. For larger requests, call the Muscatine County Recorder's Office at 563-263-7741 to ask what can be provided and whether fees apply.