Dickinson County, KS Property Records
Property records in Dickinson, Kansas document key details about real estate, including ownership, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, assessed values, property classifications, tax information, sales history, and recorded instruments such as deeds or mortgages. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, real estate professionals, researchers, and residents who need to verify ownership, review valuation details, estimate tax obligations, or understand a property’s history.
Official Dickinson property records are maintained by Dickinson County offices, including the County Appraiser for assessment and parcel information and the Register of Deeds for recorded land documents. Users can access official resources through the county’s online Dickinson property records page or contact the appropriate county office for assistance with searches, copies, and record requests.
Dickinson County, KS Property Records & Statistics
Dickinson County has a median rent of $835, above the Kansas median of $717.50 and just under the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 22.6% of homes in the county, higher than the state's 20.84% and the national 21.81%, which points to a somewhat larger rental market than is typical for Kansas.
The median home value is $120,700, higher than the state's $108,000 but well below the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate is 1.34%, lower than the Kansas rate of 1.53% yet nearly double the national rate of 0.74%. Homeowners here pay a moderate share of home value in taxes by Kansas standards, while still carrying a heavier tax load than owners in many other parts of the country.
Median household income in Dickinson County is $62,692, slightly above the state figure of $61,875 and below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 2.12%, a little higher than the state's 2.03% but below the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a county with affordable home prices compared with the nation, rents close to the national level, incomes near the state average, and a labor market that is steady and in line with both the state and the country.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Dickinson
Dickinson County property records include tax assessor parcels, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 14,173 total parcels with 95.29% tax record coverage, along with 9,175 deed records and 8,135 mortgage records kept by the Register of Deeds. Valuation data is available for 5,696 properties, and foreclosures follow a judicial process.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,173 |
| Residential Parcels | 8,656 |
| Commercial Parcels | 648 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.29% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 9,175 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,135 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 5,696 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 345 |
How to Search Dickinson County, KS Property Records
Dickinson County property records are held in the county seat of Abilene. The Dickinson County Register of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents, and the county's parcel records cover 14,173 parcels, including residential, commercial, and other properties.
For recorded documents, start with the Dickinson County Register of Deeds page, which explains the office's services. To search documents yourself, use the Dickinson County official records search, where you can look up deeds, mortgages, and related filings. If you are submitting documents for recording, the Dickinson County eRecording network lets approved submitters send them electronically.
The office is at 109 E. 1st Street in Abilene and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can also call 785-263-3073 with questions about a specific record.
Before searching, gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches the property. Recorded deeds can show who transferred ownership, and mortgages show loans placed against the property. If a document does not appear online, ask the office to help locate it.
Dickinson Registrar of Deeds
The Dickinson County Probate Office is located at 109 E. 1st Street, Abilene, KS, 67410 and can be reached at 785-263-3073. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through esearch.cichosting.com or the official website dkcoks.gov.
Dickinson County Register of Deeds
Dickinson County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Dickinson County property records by address?
Dickinson County does not offer a single address lookup in the records we cover, but you can start with deeds. Search the official records search for recorded documents tied to a property. For assessment and parcel details by address, call the Register of Deeds at 785-263-3073 or visit 109 E. 1st Street in Abilene.
How can I find property owners in Dickinson County?
Ownership is shown on recorded deeds. Use the Dickinson County official records search to find deeds by owner name and see who transferred a property. The county holds 9,175 deed records. If you need help tracing a current owner, the Register of Deeds can be reached at 785-263-3073 during weekday office hours.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Dickinson County?
Assessed values are tied to the county's parcel records, which cover 14,173 parcels and reflect the 2025 assessment year. To ask about the assessment of a particular property, call the Register of Deeds at 785-263-3073 or stop by the courthouse offices in Abilene on a weekday, and staff can point you to the office that handles valuations.
Where can I find Dickinson County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payment history are handled by the county's tax offices rather than the Register of Deeds. Call 785-263-3073 or visit 109 E. 1st Street in Abilene on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM and ask where to find tax statements for your parcel. Tax records currently reflect tax year 2024.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Dickinson County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Register of Deeds. Search them online through the official records search, or read about the office on the Register of Deeds page. The office is at 109 E. 1st Street, Abilene, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Dickinson County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS layers are maintained separately from recorded documents. Dickinson County has 14,173 parcels, and the county's main site, Dickinson County, is the place to begin looking for department links. You can also call the Register of Deeds at 785-263-3073 to ask where current parcel maps are published.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Dickinson County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on where a property sits. For land in Abilene or another city, contact that city's offices for building permits and zoning. For unincorporated land, ask at the Dickinson County courthouse in Abilene. The Register of Deeds at 785-263-3073 can direct you to the correct department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Dickinson County?
The county's online tools are built for looking up individual properties, not for exporting owner lists. You can search deeds by name in the official records search. For a larger list, call the Register of Deeds at 785-263-3073 and ask what bulk requests the county accepts.