Simpson County, KY Property Records
Property records in Simpson, Kentucky, are the official documents that record who owns land in the county and how it has been valued, financed, and transferred. They include parcel and assessment details, deeds, mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. These records are useful for confirming ownership, preparing for a purchase or sale, and checking the history of a property.
Recorded documents are maintained by the Simpson County Clerk in Franklin. The Clerk's official property records page is the place to begin searching.
Simpson County, KY Property Records & Statistics
Simpson County has a median rent of $960, higher than the Kentucky median of $717.50 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 35.36% of homes, well above the state share of 22.74% and the national share of 21.81%, so rental housing plays a much larger role here than in most places.
The median home value is $173,800, about even with the national figure of $173,750 and above the state's $128,000. The median property tax rate of 0.67% is under both the state rate of 0.72% and the national rate of 0.74%, giving owners a somewhat lighter rate than average on homes that are priced above the Kentucky norm.
The median household income is $53,864, slightly above the state's $51,617.25 but below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.08% is lower than the state rate of 2.94% and the national rate of 2.87%, which indicates a comparatively strong job market.
In summary, Simpson County has rents and home values at or above state levels, a large renter population, low unemployment, and property taxes that stay just below the state and national rates.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Simpson
Simpson County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 10,828 total parcels, including 7,833 residential and 546 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 99.98% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Recorder holds 12,472 deed records and 8,231 mortgage records, and 6,991 properties have valuation data.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 10,828 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,833 |
| Commercial Parcels | 546 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 99.98% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 12,472 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,231 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6,991 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 98 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show how a mortgage changes after it is first recorded. An assignment means a loan was handed from one holder to another, and a release means the loan was repaid and the lien lifted.
Simpson County has 5,224 assignment and release records. They include 273 assignment documents recorded from December 1, 2020, to August 20, 2025, and 4,944 release documents recorded from September 8, 1979, to August 27, 2025, plus 7 other documents.
The long span of release records makes them especially helpful for confirming that older mortgages on a property were satisfied. Buyers, lenders, and title researchers can also use assignments to see which lender currently holds a loan. Search for these documents through the Simpson County Clerk records page or the official records search.
How to Search Simpson County, KY Property Records
Simpson County's recorded property documents are kept by the County Clerk in Franklin. Across the county's 10,828 parcels, the Clerk's records include deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and other filings that show ownership and lien history.
The Simpson County Clerk records page explains what is available and how to request documents. The official records search lets you look up recorded filings online, and the Clerk's forms page provides forms for recording and related requests.
To search, enter the owner's name in the records search and review the deeds and mortgages that come up. Open each entry to see the document type and recording date, and work backward through earlier deeds to understand how the property reached its current owner.
The Clerk's office is at 103 W Cedar Street, Franklin, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 270-586-8161 for help finding records.
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Simpson County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Simpson County property records by address?
Use the Simpson County Clerk records page and the official records search. Documents are often indexed by name, so the owner's name helps. If an address does not lead to a record, call the Clerk's office at 270-586-8161 and ask for assistance.
How can I find property owners in Simpson County?
The owner of record appears on the most recent recorded deed. Search deeds in the official records search, or visit the County Clerk at 103 W Cedar Street, Franklin. The county has 12,472 deed records, and staff can help you trace ownership during office hours.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Simpson County?
Simpson County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year across 10,828 parcels. Kentucky assessments are set by the property valuation administrator, and the Kentucky Department of Revenue property tax page explains the process. For a specific property, call 270-586-8161 to find the right office.
Where can I find Simpson County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills in Kentucky are generally issued and collected by the Sheriff's office. To find a Simpson County bill or payment record, call the County Clerk at 270-586-8161 and ask which office to contact. Have the owner's name or parcel details ready.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Simpson County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. Search them in the official records search or see the Clerk's records page. You can also visit 103 W Cedar Street, Franklin, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Where can I access Simpson County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Clerk's site does not include a parcel map viewer. Parcel maps in Kentucky are generally kept by the county's property valuation office, so call the Simpson County Clerk at 270-586-8161 to ask where to find the current map. A parcel map is a reference tool and not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Simpson County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local planning and building offices. For property in Franklin or another city, contact that city. For other parcels, call the Simpson County Clerk at 270-586-8161 and ask which office issues building permits or answers zoning questions for your address.
How can I create a list of property owners in Simpson County?
The online records are designed for individual lookups, so a downloadable list of owners is not available. Search recorded documents property by property, or call the Clerk at 270-586-8161 to ask whether a larger records request can be handled.