Doniphan County, KS Property Records
Property records in Doniphan, Kansas provide essential information about real estate ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax history, legal descriptions, transfers, 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 valuation details, understand property tax obligations, or research land history.
Because Doniphan is located in Doniphan County, official records are generally maintained by county offices such as the Appraiser, Treasurer, and Register of Deeds. Users can begin their search through the county’s official resources for Doniphan property records, where assessment and parcel-related information may be available or where residents can find guidance on contacting the appropriate county office for specific record requests.
Doniphan County, KS Property Records & Statistics
Doniphan County has a median rent of $687, below both the Kansas median of $717.50 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 20.57% of homes, just under the state's 20.84% and the national 21.81%, so most households in the county own the homes they live in.
The median home value is $127,700, above the state's $108,000 but well under the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate is 1.14%, lower than the Kansas rate of 1.53% and higher than the national 0.74%. Homeowners get a home value above the state typical level with a lighter tax rate than most Kansas counties.
Income and employment stand out. Median household income is $69,000, higher than both the state's $61,875 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 1.16%, far lower than the state's 2.03% and the national 2.87%, which suggests a stable job market for residents.
Taken together, the figures describe a county with modest rents, comparatively affordable homes, above-average incomes, and very low unemployment, along with property taxes that are below the state level.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Doniphan
Doniphan County property records include tax assessor parcels, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 7,841 total parcels with 94.87% tax record coverage for the 2025 assessment year, and valuation data is available for 1,830 properties. Foreclosures in Kansas follow a judicial process.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 7,841 |
| Residential Parcels | 3,675 |
| Commercial Parcels | 286 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.87% |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Latest Assessor Update | August 15, 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,830 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 19 |
How to Search Doniphan County, KS Property Records
Doniphan County real estate records are recorded in Troy, the county seat. The Doniphan County Register of Deeds handles deeds, mortgages, and other documents affecting property, and the county's tax records cover 7,841 parcels, from residential lots to farmland and commercial properties.
The Doniphan County Register of Deeds page is the main official resource for recording information and office services. For recording fees and standard forms used across Kansas, the Kansas Register of Deeds fees and forms page lists what is required.
The office is located at 120 East Chestnut in Troy and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can reach the staff at 785-985-3932 to ask about copies of deeds, mortgages, or other recorded documents.
To search effectively, start with the property address, the owner's name, or a parcel number. Recorded deeds show how ownership has changed over time, while mortgages and related filings show loans placed against a property. If you are not sure which document you need, describe the property to the staff and they can help you find the right record.
Doniphan Registrar of Deeds
The Doniphan County Probate Office is located at 120 East Chestnut, Troy, KS, 66087 and can be reached at 785-985-3932. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Records can be accessed through the official website dpcountyks.com.
Doniphan County Register of Deeds
Doniphan County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Doniphan County property records by address?
Start with the Doniphan County Register of Deeds for recorded documents connected to an address. The office is at 120 East Chestnut in Troy, and staff at 785-985-3932 can help find a parcel when you have only a street address. Weekday hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I find property owners in Doniphan County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. To find who owns a property, contact the Doniphan County Register of Deeds at 785-985-3932 or visit 120 East Chestnut in Troy. Bring the address or parcel number. Tax records cover 94.87% of the population, so most properties have an owner on file.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Doniphan County?
Doniphan County's assessment records cover 7,841 parcels for the 2025 assessment year, with the latest update on August 15, 2025. To ask about the assessed value of a particular property, call the Register of Deeds at 785-985-3932 and ask which county office handles valuation questions for your parcel.
Where can I find Doniphan County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled by the county's tax offices. Call the Register of Deeds at 785-985-3932, or stop by 120 East Chestnut in Troy between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM on weekdays, and staff can direct you to the office that issues bills and takes payments. Current tax records reflect tax year 2024.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Doniphan County?
Deeds and other recorded documents are kept by the Doniphan County Register of Deeds, 120 East Chestnut, Troy. Call 785-985-3932 to request copies, and see the Kansas Register of Deeds fees and forms page for recording fees and standard forms.
Where can I access Doniphan County parcel maps and GIS information?
Doniphan County has 7,841 parcels. For parcel maps and GIS information, check the county's website at dpcountyks.com for department listings, or call the Register of Deeds at 785-985-3932 and ask where current parcel maps are available.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Doniphan County?
Permit and zoning rules vary by location. For a property inside a city such as Troy, contact that city about building permits and zoning. For rural land, ask at the Doniphan County courthouse. The Register of Deeds at 785-985-3932 can point you to the correct office.
How can I create a list of property owners in Doniphan County?
The county's records are set up for looking up individual properties rather than producing owner lists. For a list of owners, call the Register of Deeds at 785-985-3932 and ask what the county can provide for multiple parcels, and whether fees apply.