Graves County, KY Property Records
Property records in Graves, Kentucky, document ownership, assessed value, parcel boundaries, property classifications, transfers, and tax-related details for real estate in Graves County. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, estimating tax obligations, reviewing assessment information, and supporting real estate, legal, or land-use decisions. Buyers, property owners, attorneys, surveyors, and researchers commonly rely on them for accurate local property information.
Users can access official Graves property records through the Graves County Property Valuation Administrator, which provides assessment and parcel information. Recorded deeds, mortgages, and other land instruments are typically maintained by the Graves County Clerk’s office.
Graves County, KY Property Records & Statistics
Graves County has a median rent of $708.50, slightly below the Kentucky median of $717.50 and well under the national figure of $840.25. Median home value is $149,450, higher than the state's $128,000 but below the national $173,750, placing the county in the middle of the range for buyers.
The median property tax rate is 0.67%, lower than the state rate of 0.72% and the national rate of 0.74%, so homeowners here face a lighter tax rate than in most of Kentucky. Median household income is $58,837.50, above the state's $51,617.25 and under the national $65,108.
Employment looks strong, with an unemployment rate of 1.38%, about half the state's 2.94% and the national 2.87%. Renter-occupied housing accounts for just 15.56% of homes, compared with 22.74% across Kentucky and 21.81% nationally.
The figures describe a county where most residents own their homes, rents are modest, incomes outpace the state average, and tax rates stay low.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Graves
Graves County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 27,250 total parcels, including 19,980 residential and 1,280 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 89.02% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 271 deeds and 633 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 10,732 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 27,250 |
| Residential Parcels | 19,980 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,280 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 89.02% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 271 |
| Mortgage Records | 633 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 10,732 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 3 |
How to Search Graves County, KY Property Records
Graves County land records are handled by the Graves County Clerk, who records deeds, mortgages, and related documents for the county's 27,250 parcels. Searchable records include ownership transfers, mortgage filings, and other recorded instruments.
The Graves County Clerk website is the main starting point for office information and services. To search recorded documents yourself, use the Graves County online land records, where you can look up instruments by name or document details. Common recording forms are available on the Clerk's forms download page. For state-level property valuation information, see the Kentucky Department of Revenue.
The Clerk's Office is at 1102 Paris Road, Mayfield, and is open Monday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM and Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The phone number is 270-247-1676.
To search, have an owner name, property address, or document type ready. Enter the most complete information you have, review the matching records, and open the one that fits your property. If a record does not appear online, call the office for help.
Graves Registrar of Deeds
The Graves County Probate Office is located at 1102 Paris Road, Mayfield, KY, 42066 and can be reached at 270-247-1676. Office hours are Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through graves.countyclerk.us or the official website graves.countyclerk.us.
Graves County Clerk
Graves County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Graves County property records by address?
Begin with the Graves County online land records maintained by the Graves County Clerk. If an address does not return results, try searching by the owner's name instead, since recorded documents are indexed that way. The Clerk's Office at 270-247-1676 can also help you find a record tied to a specific address.
How can I find property owners in Graves County?
Owners are identified on recorded deeds. Search the online land records by name to locate the deed that transferred a property. You can also visit the Graves County Clerk at 1102 Paris Road, Mayfield, where staff can help with record requests during business hours.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Graves County?
Graves County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with valuation data available for 10,732 properties. Assessments are set by the county's Property Valuation Administrator. The Kentucky Department of Revenue offers state property valuation information, and the Clerk at 270-247-1676 can direct you to the right office.
Where can I find Graves County property tax bills and payment records?
Kentucky property tax bills are collected by the county sheriff's office. To find the correct payment location or confirm a balance, call the Graves County Clerk at 270-247-1676, and staff can point you to the right office. The Clerk's website also lists county services.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Graves County?
Search deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents through the Graves County online land records. The Clerk can also supply recording forms through the forms page. To record or request documents in person, visit 1102 Paris Road, Mayfield, Monday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM or Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Graves County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 27,250 parcels are kept by the county Property Valuation Administrator rather than the Clerk's recording system. Call the Graves County Clerk at 270-247-1676 and ask for the current parcel mapping or GIS resource, and staff can direct you to the correct office.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Graves County?
Building permits and zoning are handled locally, so the right office depends on whether the property lies inside Mayfield or another city or in the unincorporated county. The Graves County Clerk at 270-247-1676 can tell you whom to contact for permit and zoning questions at your address.
How can I create a list of property owners in Graves County?
The online land records are designed for individual searches. To compile owner information for many properties, search the land records one record at a time or contact the Graves County Clerk at 270-247-1676 to ask about bulk record requests and any associated costs.