Metcalfe County, KY Property Records
Property records in Metcalfe, Kentucky document ownership, transfers, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, liens, mortgages, and recorded deeds for real estate within the county. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing property history, estimating tax obligations, or confirming legal details before a transaction.
Official Metcalfe property records are maintained by local county offices. Recorded land documents such as deeds and mortgages are typically available through the Metcalfe County Clerk, while assessment and parcel information is handled by the Metcalfe County Property Valuation Administrator. Users can find office details and access county resources through the official Metcalfe County government website.
Metcalfe County, KY Property Records & Statistics
Metcalfe County has a median rent of $669, below the Kentucky median of $717.50 and well below the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 21.11% of occupied homes, slightly under the state share of 22.74% and the national share of 21.81%, so about four in five occupied homes are owner-occupied.
The median home value is $98,050, notably lower than the state figure of $128,000 and the national figure of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.62% is also lower than the Kentucky rate of 0.72% and the national rate of 0.74%. Low values and a low rate combine to make owning property in the county relatively inexpensive.
Median household income is $49,448, a little under the state median of $51,617.25 and well under the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 4.64% is the weakest figure in the comparison, higher than the state rate of 2.94% and the national rate of 2.87%, which suggests the local job market is tighter than average.
Overall, Metcalfe County offers low housing costs and light taxes but faces higher unemployment and incomes that trail the nation. For buyers and renters, affordability is the main strength of the local market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Metcalfe
Metcalfe County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 7,613 total parcels, including 5,528 residential and 264 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 88.39% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 9,860 deeds and 5,563 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 3,378 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 7,613 |
| Residential Parcels | 5,528 |
| Commercial Parcels | 264 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 88.39% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 9,860 |
| Mortgage Records | 5,563 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,378 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 1 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that a mortgage was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Metcalfe County has 7,047 assignment and release records available for research. They include 344 assignment documents recorded from February 11, 2004, through August 27, 2025, and 6,697 release documents recorded from January 4, 2005, through August 28, 2025, along with 6 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers see who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans have been satisfied. They are useful for following a loan between lenders and for spotting mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance. Records can be reached through the Metcalfe County Clerk deed records page and the Kentucky county records search.
How to Search Metcalfe County, KY Property Records
Metcalfe County property records are kept by the Metcalfe County Clerk, who records deeds, mortgages, and related land documents. The county has 7,613 parcels, and the recorded documents can be used to confirm ownership, trace transfers, and review loans secured by real estate.
Start with the Metcalfe County Clerk deed records page, which covers recorded deeds and how to request them. For searching documents online, use the Kentucky county records search, the official records search linked for the county. Searches typically work by owner name, document type, or recording date.
The Clerk's office is located at 201 North Main Street, Edmonton, KY 42129, and can be reached at 270-432-4821. It is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Before searching, have the owner's name, the property address, or a known recording date ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches the property. Deed records in the county begin January 3, 2006; for older records, call the office.
Metcalfe Registrar of Deeds
The Metcalfe County Probate Office is located at 201 North Main Street, Edmonton, KY, 42129 and can be reached at 270-432-4821. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M..; Saturday: 8:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.. Records can be accessed through kycountyrecords.com or the official website metcalfecountyclerk.com.
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Metcalfe County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Metcalfe County property records by address?
Start with the Metcalfe County Clerk deed records page and the Kentucky county records search. Recorded documents are usually easiest to find by owner name or document type, so if an address search falls short, call the Clerk's office at 270-432-4821 for help.
How can I find property owners in Metcalfe County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds kept by the County Clerk. Search the Kentucky county records search for the deed that transferred the property and review the grantee on the latest one. The county has 9,860 deed records, so an owner name or recording date helps narrow results.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Metcalfe County?
Metcalfe County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on January 8, 2025. In Kentucky, assessments are set by the county Property Valuation Administrator. To ask about a specific parcel, call the County Clerk at 270-432-4821 for direction to the right office.
Where can I find Metcalfe County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills in Kentucky are issued and collected locally and not by the recording office. Call the Metcalfe County Clerk at 270-432-4821 or visit 201 North Main Street, Edmonton, to be directed to the office that handles bills and payments. Have the owner's name or the property address ready.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Metcalfe County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the County Clerk. Search online through the Kentucky county records search or see the Metcalfe County Clerk deed records page. The office is open weekdays, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Saturday mornings.
Where can I access Metcalfe County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are usually maintained by the county's property valuation office, not the recording office. Recorded deeds often contain legal descriptions that help locate a parcel among the county's 7,613 parcels. Call the Metcalfe County Clerk at 270-432-4821 to find out which office provides current parcel maps.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Metcalfe County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local planning and building officials. The Metcalfe County Clerk's office at 201 North Main Street, Edmonton, can point you to the right contact when you call 270-432-4821. If the property is inside a city such as Edmonton, check that city's rules too.
How can I create a list of property owners in Metcalfe County?
Online records tools are built for individual lookups. To compile a list, search the Kentucky county records search by recording date and note the parties on each deed. For a larger or bulk request, call the County Clerk at 270-432-4821 to ask what is available.