Worth County, IA Property Records
Property records in Worth, Iowa, are maintained by Worth County offices and document key information about local real estate. These records may include parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax details, sales history, maps, and recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, and liens. They are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, attorneys, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review valuation history, estimate taxes, or confirm recorded interests in a property.
Users can access official Worth property records through the county’s government offices, including the Assessor for parcel and valuation information, the Treasurer for tax records, and the Recorder for land documents. To begin, visit the county’s official Worth property records resources through the Worth County government website.
Worth County, IA Property Records & Statistics
Worth County is an affordable, rural housing market. The median rent of $675 is below the state figure of $739 and the national $840.25, and the median home value of $115,100 is under Iowa's $134,900 and the national $173,750.
The median property tax rate of 1.25% is slightly lower than the state's 1.27%, but well above the national 0.74%.
Median household income is $72,600, higher than $67,426 statewide and $65,108 nationally, which leaves residents with more room against low housing costs. The unemployment rate of 2.66% is above the state's 1.88% but a little below the national 2.87%.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 21.57% of occupied homes, above the state share of 19.29% and just under the national 21.81%. Together the figures describe a county with inexpensive homes and rents, above-average incomes, a fairly typical rental share, and unemployment that is somewhat higher than elsewhere in Iowa.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Worth
Worth County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 12,053 total parcels, including 3,537 residential and 714 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 92.97% of the population. The recorder holds 8,867 deed records and 6,514 mortgage records, with valuation data on 2,599 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 12,053 |
| Residential Parcels | 3,537 |
| Commercial Parcels | 714 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.97% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 8,867 |
| Mortgage Records | 6,514 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,599 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 17 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows the loan moved to a new lender or holder, and a release shows it was paid off and the lien lifted.
Worth County has 7,942 assignment and release records, including 860 assignment documents, 7,073 release documents, and 9 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 3, 2005, to June 4, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, to June 27, 2025.
These records help owners and researchers confirm that earlier loans were released, see how a mortgage changed hands, and spot liens that might remain open before a sale or refinance. Requests for recorded documents can go to the Worth County Recorder's Office.
How to Search Worth County, IA Property Records
Worth County property records are kept by the assessor, which holds parcel, tax, and valuation data, and by the Recorder's Office, which records deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and other documents. The county's 12,053 parcels are covered, with recorded transactions available from 2006.
The Worth County Recorder's Office page is the main official resource for recorded documents and office details, and the recorder forms page lists forms for recording and requests. The assessor, treasurer, and other departments are listed on the Worth County website.
To search, have the owner name, property address, or parcel number ready, use the most complete detail you have, and open the record that matches your property. The Recorder's Office is at 1000 Central Ave in Northwood, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and can be reached at 641-324-2734.
Staff can help if a record is hard to find.
Worth Registrar of Deeds
The Worth County Probate Office is located at 1000 Central Ave, Northwood, IA, 50459 and can be reached at 641-324-2734. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website worthcountyiowa.gov.
Worth County County Recorder’s Office
Worth County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Worth County property records by address?
Begin at the Worth County website to reach the assessor and other offices that handle parcel lookups, and enter the full street address. If no match appears, call the Recorder's Office at 641-324-2734 for help.
How can I find property owners in Worth County?
Owner names appear on assessment records and recorded deeds. Contact the Worth County Recorder's Office about recorded transfers, or use the Worth County website to reach the assessor for current ownership by parcel.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Worth County?
The county assessor sets assessed values, and Worth County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Reach the assessor through the Worth County website. Valuation data is on file for 2,599 properties.
Where can I find Worth County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes are collected by the county treasurer. Use the Worth County website to find the Treasurer's page and payment options. Tax records cover 92.97% of the population, and staff can help with prior-year bills and payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Worth County?
The Worth County Recorder's Office records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Visit 1000 Central Ave in Northwood, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, or call 641-324-2734. Deeds are on file from January 4, 2006. Forms are on the recorder forms page.
Where can I access Worth County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are published through county departments. Check the Worth County website for a mapping page. With 12,053 parcels, an address or parcel number helps you find the right boundary quickly.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Worth County?
Permit and zoning requirements depend on where the property is. The Worth County website lists county contacts for zoning and building, while properties inside a city follow that city's rules. Check before you build.
How can I create a list of property owners in Worth County?
Owner lists are usually built property by property. For larger requests, call the Worth County Recorder's Office at 641-324-2734 and ask what is available for multiple recorded documents.