Scott County, IA Property Records
Property records in Scott, Iowa, provide essential information about real estate parcels, including ownership details, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, sales history, land use, and recorded documents such as deeds or mortgages. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm parcel boundaries, or understand a property’s history.
Official Scott property records are available through Scott County government offices, including the Assessor for valuation and parcel data, the Recorder for recorded land documents, and the Treasurer for tax-related information. Users can begin their search through the county’s official property records resources, where they can find guidance and links to relevant property information maintained by Scott County.
Scott County, IA Property Records & Statistics
Scott County is one of Iowa's more expensive housing markets. The median rent is $916, above the state median of $739 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value of $186,150 also exceeds Iowa's $134,900 and the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 22.9% of occupied homes, higher than the state's 19.29% and the national 21.81%, reflecting the county's urban character around the Quad Cities area.
The median property tax rate is 1.25%, just under Iowa's 1.27% but well above the national rate of 0.74%. On a higher-value home, that rate translates into a meaningful annual tax bill compared with many other counties.
Income helps offset those costs: median household income is $81,713, far above the state's $67,426 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 2.52%, higher than Iowa's 1.88% but still below the national 2.87%.
Overall, the data shows a larger, higher-cost market with strong incomes, a sizable rental sector and slightly softer employment than the state average.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Scott
Scott County keeps extensive property records covering assessments, deeds, mortgages, valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 80,044 total parcels, including 66,716 residential and 5,035 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 94.76% of the population. The recorder holds 144,109 deeds and 129,328 mortgages, and valuation data exists for 59,583 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 80,044 |
| Residential Parcels | 66,716 |
| Commercial Parcels | 5,035 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.76% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 144,109 |
| Mortgage Records | 129,328 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 59,583 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 14,127 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan moved from one holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Scott County has 196,052 assignment and release records, including 21,474 assignment documents and 174,343 release documents, plus 235 other documents. Both assignments and releases were recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 29, 2025.
Because the county's volume of lending is large, these records are especially useful for confirming that prior mortgages were paid off, tracing which lender currently holds a loan, and identifying liens that may need attention before a purchase or refinance. Search them through the Scott County official records search.
How to Search Scott County, IA Property Records
Scott County's recorder maintains the deeds, mortgages and related instruments for the county's 80,044 parcels. Records include ownership transfers recorded since January 2006, mortgage filings, valuation data and foreclosure notices, along with tax and assessment details for the 2024 assessment year.
The quickest way to find recorded documents is the Scott County official records search, where you can search by name. The Scott County Recorder's Office page explains services, and its real estate forms page lists documents used for transfers. Submitting documents electronically is covered under the recording requirements page.
The office is at 600 W. 4th Street, Davenport, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, phone 563-326-8621.
To search, enter an owner name, review the matching documents, and open the one that fits your property. Contact the office if a document does not appear.
Scott Registrar of Deeds
The Scott County Probate Office is located at 600 W. 4th Street, Davenport, IA, 52801 and can be reached at 563-326-8621. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through cotthosting.com or the official website scottcountyiowa.gov.
Scott County Recorder’s Office
Scott County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Scott County property records by address?
The recorder's official records search is built for name searches, so for address-based lookups visit the Scott County website to reach the assessor. Having the full address and parcel number helps. The Recorder's Office at 563-326-8621 can also help locate a record.
How can I find property owners in Scott County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Use the Scott County official records search to look up a name and review deeds and related documents. The county holds 144,109 deed records from January 3, 2006 to August 29, 2025.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Scott County?
Assessed values are set by the assessor, and Scott County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Find the assessor and related offices through the Scott County website. Provide the parcel number or street address, and ask about appeal deadlines if a value looks wrong.
Where can I find Scott County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued and collected by the county treasurer. Reach the treasurer from the Scott County website, using a parcel number or owner name to find a bill. The county's median property tax rate is 1.25%, so confirming amounts before paying is worthwhile.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Scott County?
The Scott County Recorder's Office records deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases. Search the official records search online, or visit 600 W. 4th Street, Davenport, weekdays 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The phone number is 563-326-8621.
Where can I access Scott County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS layers are published through county mapping services linked from the Scott County website. With 80,044 parcels in the county, search by address or parcel number once you reach the map. Maps are reference tools and not legal surveys.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Scott County?
For unincorporated areas, building permit and zoning information is available through the county's planning and development staff, found via the Scott County website. Within city limits such as Davenport, contact the city's permitting office. Have your parcel number and project details ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Scott County?
The records search works one name at a time. For a list, search deed records by name and area, or ask the Scott County Recorder's Office at 563-326-8621 about options for larger record requests and any fees.