Monroe County, KY Property Records
Property records in Monroe, Kentucky document ownership, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, transfers, deeds, mortgages, liens, and property tax information for real estate in Monroe County. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching sales history, preparing for a purchase, checking assessment details, resolving boundary or title questions, and supporting legal, financial, or tax-related decisions.
Users can access official Monroe property records through local government offices. The Monroe County Clerk maintains recorded land documents such as deeds, mortgages, and releases, while the Monroe County Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) provides parcel, assessment, and ownership information used for property taxation. For authoritative information and links to local offices, visit the county’s official property records resources through Monroe County government.
Monroe County, KY Property Records & Statistics
Monroe County has a median rent of $607, well below the Kentucky median of $717.50 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 27.53% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 22.74% and the national share of 21.81%, so renting is more common here than in most places even though rents are low.
The median home value is $123,100, a little below the state figure of $128,000 and well below the national figure of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.67% is under the Kentucky rate of 0.72% and the national rate of 0.74%, so owners face modest annual tax costs on affordable homes.
Median household income is $50,422.50, slightly under the state median of $51,617.25 and well under the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.66% is higher than the state rate of 2.94% and the national rate of 2.87%, pointing to a job market that is less favorable than average.
Taken together, the figures show an affordable county with low rents, below-average home values, and light property taxes, balanced against incomes that trail the nation and higher-than-average unemployment. A larger renter share suggests a meaningful rental market for a rural Kentucky county.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Monroe
Monroe County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, and property valuations. The county has 10,258 total parcels, including 5,941 residential and 476 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 85.57% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 4,955 deeds and 3,945 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 3,043 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 10,258 |
| Residential Parcels | 5,941 |
| Commercial Parcels | 476 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 85.57% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 4,955 |
| Mortgage Records | 3,945 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,043 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
How to Search Monroe County, KY Property Records
Monroe County property records are maintained by the Monroe County Clerk, who records deeds, mortgages, and related land documents. The county has 10,258 parcels, and its recorded documents can be used to confirm ownership, trace transfers, and review loans secured by real estate.
Begin with the Monroe County Clerk website for office information and services. The Monroe County Clerk records page is the official place to look up recorded documents and to find printable records and forms, including those listed under printable records.
The Clerk's office is located at 200 N Main St., Tompkinsville, KY 42167, and can be reached at 270-487-5471. It is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
To search, 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. Recorded deeds in the system run from January 4, 2006, to March 8, 2014, so for more recent filings, call the office directly.
Monroe Registrar of Deeds
The Monroe County Probate Office is located at 200 N Main St., Tompkinsville, KY, 42167 and can be reached at 270-487-5471. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Records can be accessed through monroe.countyclerk.us or the official website monroe.countyclerk.us.
Monroe County Clerk
Monroe County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Monroe County property records by address?
Start with the Monroe County Clerk records page, which covers recorded documents. Records are usually easiest to find by owner name or document type, so if an address search does not return what you need, call the Clerk's office at 270-487-5471 and staff can help locate the correct record.
How can I find property owners in Monroe County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds kept by the County Clerk. Use the Monroe County Clerk records page to find the deed that transferred the property and review the grantee. The county has 4,955 deed records, so an owner name or recording date will narrow results.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Monroe County?
Monroe County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on May 15, 2025. In Kentucky, assessments are set by the county Property Valuation Administrator. For a specific parcel, call the County Clerk at 270-487-5471 and staff can direct you to the right office.
Where can I find Monroe County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills in Kentucky are issued and collected locally, not by the recording office. Call the Monroe County Clerk at 270-487-5471 or visit 200 N Main St., Tompkinsville, to be directed to the office that handles bills and payments. Bring the owner's name or the property address.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Monroe County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the County Clerk. See the Monroe County Clerk records page for searching and requests, or visit the Monroe County Clerk website. The office is open weekdays, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Saturday mornings.
Where can I access Monroe 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 include legal descriptions that help locate a parcel among the county's 10,258 parcels. Call the Monroe County Clerk at 270-487-5471 to learn which office provides current parcel maps.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Monroe County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local planning and building officials. The Monroe County Clerk's office at 200 N Main St., Tompkinsville, can point you to the right contact when you call 270-487-5471. If the property sits inside a city such as Tompkinsville, check that city's rules as well.
How can I create a list of property owners in Monroe County?
Online tools are built for individual lookups. To compile a list, search recorded deeds through the Monroe County Clerk records page by recording date and note the parties on each one. For a larger or bulk request, call the County Clerk at 270-487-5471 to ask what is available.