Union County, IA Property Records
Property records in Union, Iowa document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, legal descriptions, sales history, tax information, and recorded instruments such as deeds or mortgages. Because Union is located in Hardin County, these records are maintained primarily by county offices, including the Assessor, Recorder, and Treasurer.
These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, lenders, attorneys, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review valuation or tax details, confirm legal descriptions, or understand a property’s transaction history. They can also help residents prepare for appeals, estate matters, refinancing, or local development questions.
Users can access official Union property records through Hardin County government resources, including the Assessor’s property information tools and county offices. Start with the Hardin County Assessor’s official property records to find current assessment and parcel information or to locate the appropriate county department for recorded documents and tax records.
Union County, IA Property Records & Statistics
Union County's housing market is modest in price. The median rent is $706, below Iowa's $739 and the national $840.25. The median home value is $118,300, under the state's $134,900 and the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing is 22.51% of occupied homes, above the state's 19.29% and the national 21.81%, so renting is somewhat more common here.
The median property tax rate is 1.27%, identical to the state rate and well above the national 0.74%. On lower-valued homes, that rate produces a relatively small annual bill.
Median household income is $69,028, higher than Iowa's $67,426 and the national $65,108, which makes the low housing costs more comfortable for local households. The unemployment rate is 2.71%, above the state's 1.88% but just under the national 2.87%.
In all, the figures show an affordable county with above-average incomes, a larger rental share than the state and unemployment higher than Iowa's typical level.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Union
Union County property records cover assessments, deeds, mortgages, valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 14,897 total parcels, including 5,897 residential and 698 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 92.31% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 13,730 deeds and 11,231 mortgages, and valuation data exists for 4,515 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,897 |
| Residential Parcels | 5,897 |
| Commercial Parcels | 698 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.31% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 13,730 |
| Mortgage Records | 11,231 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,515 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 49 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage once it is recorded. Assignments document a loan moving between holders, while releases show that it was paid off and the lien removed.
Union County has 13,117 assignment and release records, including 969 assignment documents recorded from January 7, 2005, to July 25, 2025, 12,142 release documents recorded from January 6, 2005, to July 30, 2025, and 6 other documents.
They are useful for confirming that earlier loans on a property were cleared, tracing a mortgage between lenders, and spotting liens that could affect a sale or refinance.
How to Search Union County, IA Property Records
Union County's recorder keeps deeds, mortgages and related documents, with assessment data covering 14,897 parcels. Searchable information includes ownership transfers and mortgages recorded since January 2006, valuation data and foreclosure notices.
The Union County Recorder's Office page explains recording services, and its real estate forms page lists transfer documents. The Union County website links to the assessor, treasurer and other offices. The recorder is at 300 N Pine Street, Creston, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, phone 641-782-1725.
To search, gather the owner name, address or parcel number, start with the most specific detail, and verify matches against the legal description. Contact the office for older or missing documents.
Union Registrar of Deeds
The Union County Probate Office is located at 300 N Pine Street, Creston, IA, 50801 and can be reached at 641-782-1725. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website unioncountyiowa.gov.
Union County Recorder’s Office
Union County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Union County property records by address?
Start at the Union County website to find the office holding parcel records, and use the full street address. If nothing matches, call the Recorder's Office at 641-782-1725 for help.
How can I find property owners in Union County?
Recorded deeds identify owners. The county has 13,730 deed records from January 3, 2006 to July 31, 2025. Contact the Union County Recorder's Office at 300 N Pine Street, Creston.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Union County?
The county assessor determines values, and current records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Find the assessor through the Union County website and provide the parcel number or address to learn the value and how it was set.
Where can I find Union County property tax bills and payment records?
The county treasurer issues bills and takes payments. Reach the treasurer from the Union County website with your parcel number or owner name. The county's median property tax rate is 1.27%.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Union County?
The Union County Recorder's Office records deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases. Visit 300 N Pine Street, Creston, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, or call 641-782-1725. Real estate forms are online.
Where can I access Union County parcel maps and GIS information?
Mapping for the county's 14,897 parcels is reached through offices listed on the Union County website. Search by address or parcel number. The Recorder's Office at 641-782-1725 can direct you if you can't find the map.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Union County?
County staff handle zoning and permits for rural properties, and cities such as Creston manage them within city limits. Begin at the Union County website and have your parcel number and project details ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Union County?
Lookups are made property by property. Compile owners from deed searches, or ask the Union County Recorder's Office at 641-782-1725 about options for larger record requests.