Bath County, KY Property Records
Property records in Bath, Kentucky document ownership and key details about real estate in Bath County. These records typically include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, tax assessments, parcel information, property transfers, and legal descriptions. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, confirming boundaries, preparing for real estate transactions, and reviewing assessment or tax information.
Official Bath property records are maintained primarily by the Bath County Clerk, which records deeds and related land documents, and the Bath County Property Valuation Administrator (PVA), which manages assessment and parcel data. Users can access official information through the county offices or begin with the Bath County Clerk’s official property records page for guidance on recorded land documents and local procedures.
Bath County, KY Property Records & Statistics
Bath County is a low-cost housing market. The median rent is $585.50, well under the Kentucky median of $717.50 and the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 18.67% of occupied homes, below the state's 22.74% and the national 21.81%, which means the large majority of residents are homeowners.
The median home value is $99,800, compared with $128,000 across Kentucky and $173,750 nationally. The median property tax rate of 0.79% is above the state rate of 0.72% and the national 0.74%, so while homes are inexpensive, the rate applied to them is a bit higher than elsewhere.
Median household income is $45,618, noticeably below the state median of $51,617.25 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.47% is lower than the state's 2.94% and the national 2.87%, so jobs are available even if wages are modest.
Overall, Bath County offers cheap housing and a stable job market, but lower incomes and a slightly higher tax rate mean affordability depends on local earnings rather than on any broader advantage.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Bath
Bath County's property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure notices. The county has 7,644 total parcels for the 2024 assessment year, with 9,645 deed records, 4,891 mortgage records and 56 notice of sale records under a judicial foreclosure process.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 7,644 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,092 |
| Commercial Parcels | 265 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.52% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 9,645 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,891 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,173 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 56 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records trace what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment records a loan moving from one lender to another, and a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Bath County has 7,700 assignment and release records. They include 693 assignment documents recorded from July 19, 1998, to August 29, 2025, and 6,985 release documents recorded from April 20, 1992, to August 29, 2025, along with 22 other documents.
Anyone researching a property can use these records to confirm that earlier loans were satisfied, see which lender currently holds a mortgage, and find liens that might complicate a sale. Releases dating to 1992 allow a longer look at a property's financing history than the newer assignment records alone.
How to Search Bath County, KY Property Records
Property documents in Bath County are recorded by the Bath County Clerk at 17 W Main Street in Owingsville. The county's 7,644 parcels, along with deed and mortgage filings since 2006 and 2008, mean a search can show ownership transfers, loans and parcel information.
For recorded documents, use the Kentucky County Records official search, which indexes deeds and mortgages online. The Bath County Clerk website provides office information and services, and the clerk's forms page offers paperwork for recording and requests. For statewide property tax background, see the Kentucky Department of Revenue property tax page.
Start with the address, owner name or parcel details you have. Enter them in the search, scan the results for the right document type, and note the recording date. Deeds are indexed from January 3, 2006, and mortgages from November 10, 2008.
If something is missing online, call the Clerk's office at 606-674-2613, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Bath Registrar of Deeds
The Bath County Probate Office is located at 17 W Main Street, Owingsville, KY, 40360 and can be reached at 606-674-2613. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through kycountyrecords.com or the official website bath.clerkinfo.net.
Bath County Clerk
Bath County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Bath County property records by address?
Use the Kentucky County Records search to find recorded documents for a property. Enter the address or owner name and review the deeds and mortgages that appear. If the address returns nothing, shorten it or call the Bath County Clerk at 606-674-2613.
How can I find property owners in Bath County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds. Search the Kentucky County Records portal by name or property and read the latest deed. Bath County has 9,645 deed records from January 3, 2006, to August 26, 2025. The Clerk at 17 W Main Street in Owingsville can also assist in person.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Bath County?
Bath County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, and valuation data exists for 4,173 properties. For a specific parcel, call the Bath County Clerk at 606-674-2613, or consult the Kentucky Department of Revenue property tax page for general guidance.
Where can I find Bath County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax records cover 87.52% of the county's population for tax year 2024. To find a bill or payment history, call the Bath County Clerk at 606-674-2613 and ask which office handles your account. The Bath County Clerk website lists contact details.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Bath County?
Bath County has 9,645 deed records, 4,891 mortgage records and 7,700 assignment and release records. Search them through the Kentucky County Records portal. The forms page lists recording paperwork, and the Clerk's office handles in-person requests.
Where can I access Bath County parcel maps and GIS information?
Kentucky's statewide KyGeoportal offers official mapping data for parcel research. Bath County has 7,644 parcels in its assessment records. For a specific map, call the Bath County Clerk at 606-674-2613 to be pointed to the proper office.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Bath County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local government offices rather than the recording office. Call the Bath County Clerk at 606-674-2613 and ask who to contact for your address, as rules can differ between Owingsville and unincorporated areas. Have the property address ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Bath County?
Search recorded deeds in the Kentucky County Records portal and record the owner names and dates for each property of interest. Bath County has 9,645 deed records. For bulk requests, call the Clerk at 606-674-2613 and ask about copies and fees.