Bourbon County, KS Property Records
Property records in Bourbon, Kansas document ownership, location, valuation, and legal details for real estate within Bourbon County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel maps, property tax assessments, sale history, and legal descriptions. They are useful for buyers, sellers, real estate professionals, researchers, and property owners who need to verify ownership, review property boundaries, estimate taxes, or confirm recorded transactions.
Official Bourbon property records are maintained by county offices, including the Bourbon County Register of Deeds for recorded land documents and the County Appraiser for parcel and valuation information. Users can begin by visiting the county’s official website for Bourbon property records and related property services, or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies, recording requirements, and in-person assistance.
Bourbon County, KS Property Records & Statistics
Bourbon County has a median rent of $757.50, above the Kansas median of $717.50 but below the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for only 14.75% of occupied homes, well under the state share of 20.84% and the national share of 21.81%, so homeownership dominates the local market.
The median home value is $116,200, higher than the state figure of $108,000 but far below the national figure of $173,750. The median property tax rate is 1.38%, lower than the Kansas rate of 1.53% and yet nearly double the national rate of 0.74%. Homeowners enjoy a somewhat lighter tax load than elsewhere in Kansas while still paying more than the national norm.
The median household income is $62,188, just above the state median of $61,875 and a little below the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, above the state's 2.03% but under the national rate of 2.87%.
In sum, Bourbon County pairs home values and rents slightly above the state level with a below-state tax rate, incomes in line with state and national figures, and a market where most residents own their homes.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Bourbon
Bourbon County property records cover tax assessments, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 12,395 total parcels, including 8,108 residential and 509 commercial parcels, with the latest tax data for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 3,823 properties, and foreclosure records include 433 notices of sale, the latest filed on July 23, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 12,395 |
| Residential Parcels | 8,108 |
| Commercial Parcels | 509 |
| Other Parcels | 3,778 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 14.59% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,823 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 85 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 433 |
How to Search Bourbon County, KS Property Records
Bourbon County property records are held in part by the Register of Deeds in Fort Scott, which records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents. The county has 12,395 parcels, and its records cover ownership, assessed values, tax details, and recorded transactions. Kansas foreclosures are judicial, so they appear as lis pendens and notice of sale filings.
For recorded documents, use the Bourbon County Register of Deeds records search, the online portal tied to the office. The Bourbon County Register of Deeds page provides office details and recording information. For statewide guidance on valuation and appeals, the Kansas Department of Revenue Property Valuation Division is the official reference.
The Register of Deeds is at 210 S National, Fort Scott, KS 66701, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The phone number is 620-223-3800.
Before you search, have the property address, owner name, or legal description ready. Log in to the records portal or contact the office, review the matching documents, and open the one that fits your property. If a record is missing online, call the office for help.
Bourbon Registrar of Deeds
The Bourbon County Probate Office is located at 210 S National, Fort Scott, KS, 66701 and can be reached at 620-223-3800. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through ks1055.cichosting.com or the official website bourboncountyks.org.
Bourbon County Register of Deeds
Bourbon County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Bourbon County property records by address?
Use the Bourbon County records search to look up recorded documents, entering as much of the address or owner name as you can. If results are unclear, call the Register of Deeds at 620-223-3800. The office is at 210 S National, Fort Scott.
How can I find property owners in Bourbon County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Search for the deed in the Register of Deeds records portal using a known name or description, or visit the office at 210 S National, Fort Scott, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, for help.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Bourbon County?
The county's tax data reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on September 16, 2024. For a parcel's value, contact the county appraiser at the courthouse, or review how Kansas values property at the Kansas Department of Revenue Property Valuation Division.
Where can I find Bourbon County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes in Kansas are billed and collected by the county. Visit the Bourbon County website to find the treasurer's office and contact details. Have your parcel number or address ready so staff can find your bill and payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Bourbon County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Register of Deeds. Search them with the records portal or find recording information on the Register of Deeds page. The office can also be reached at 620-223-3800.
Where can I access Bourbon County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's 12,395 parcels are mapped by local offices. Start at the Bourbon County website and ask courthouse staff about mapping tools. Parcel maps are good for reference, but they are not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Bourbon County?
Permit and zoning rules vary, and properties within a city follow that city's requirements. For rural land, use the Bourbon County website to find the office handling zoning and building questions, and confirm requirements before you begin a project.
How can I create a list of property owners in Bourbon County?
Owner details are available record by record through the records portal. For a larger list, call the Register of Deeds at 620-223-3800 and ask what bulk or multi-record requests are possible and whether any fees apply.