Woodford County, KY Property Records
Woodford, Kentucky, property records cover the horse farms, neighborhoods and downtown parcels of Versailles and the county. They include owner names, acreage, assessed values, agricultural and homestead exemptions, deeds, mortgages and plats. Buyers, lenders and attorneys use them to confirm ownership and boundaries, and owners use them to review assessments and prepare for tax season.
The Woodford County Property Valuation Administrator, in the courthouse at South Main Street in Versailles, maintains assessment records, and the County Clerk records deeds and other land documents. The Woodford County government website lists these offices and their contact information so you can request official records.
Woodford County, KY Property Records & Statistics
Woodford County is one of the more expensive and higher-income housing markets in Kentucky. Median rent is $912, above the state median of $717.50 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 26.46% of homes, higher than the state's 22.74% and the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $296,600, more than double the Kentucky median of $128,000 and well above the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.75% is slightly higher than the state's 0.72% and the national 0.74%, so owners pay a near-average rate on much higher-priced homes.
Median household income is $89,667.50, far above the state's $51,617.25 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.04% is lower than both the state's 2.94% and the national 2.87%, pointing to a stable job market.
Overall, the figures describe a high-value county with strong incomes, low unemployment, rents above average, a sizable share of renters, and property taxes close to state and national norms.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Woodford
Woodford County property records span tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 12,069 total parcels, including 9,568 residential and 22 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 99.38% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Recorder holds 14,673 deeds and 22,109 mortgages, and 9,407 properties have valuation data.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 12,069 |
| Residential Parcels | 9,568 |
| Commercial Parcels | 22 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 99.38% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 14,673 |
| Mortgage Records | 22,109 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 9,407 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 61 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it has been recorded. Assignments show a loan transferring from one lender or servicer to another, and releases show that the mortgage was paid off and the lien removed.
Woodford County has 29,754 assignment and release records. They include 2,208 assignment documents, 27,524 release documents, and 22 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 4, 2005, through August 19, 2025, and releases from February 27, 1992, through August 29, 2025.
For property research, these records help confirm that earlier loans were released, trace a mortgage as it moved between lenders, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The releases reach back to 1992, which is useful for checking the payoff history of long-held properties.
How to Search Woodford County, KY Property Records
Woodford County's deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are maintained by the Woodford County Clerk in Versailles. The county has 12,069 parcels, and recorded deed and mortgage filings from January 3, 2006, forward document ownership transfers and financing.
The Woodford County Clerk records page explains the recorded documents available and how to request them. To search official records online, use the Woodford County online records search.
To search, gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number. Use the most specific detail you have, review the recording dates and document types in the results, and open the record that matches the property. In person, the Clerk's office is at 103 South Main Street, Versailles. It is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Call 859-873-3421 for help.
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Woodford County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Woodford County property records by address?
Use the Woodford County online records search and enter the property address. If it returns nothing, try a shorter version of the address or search by owner name. The Woodford County Clerk can also help at 859-873-3421 during office hours.
How can I find property owners in Woodford County?
Owner names appear on deeds recorded with the Woodford County Clerk, which holds 14,673 deed records from January 3, 2006, through August 28, 2025. Search them through the online records or visit 103 South Main Street in Versailles.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Woodford County?
Woodford County's assessment data reflects the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on January 13, 2025. For general guidance on property valuation in Kentucky, see the Kentucky Department of Revenue. For a specific parcel, call the County Clerk at 859-873-3421.
Where can I find Woodford County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax records for the county cover the 2024 tax year. To find where bills are issued or paid, call the Woodford County Clerk at 859-873-3421 and ask which office handles collections. The Clerk's records page lists current contact details and hours.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Woodford County?
The Woodford County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and related documents, with 14,673 deeds and 22,109 mortgages on file. Search them through the online records, review the records page, or visit the office in Versailles.
Where can I access Woodford County parcel maps and GIS information?
Woodford County has 12,069 parcels, and parcel mapping is generally maintained by assessment or planning offices rather than the recorder. Call the Woodford County Clerk at 859-873-3421 and ask which office keeps parcel maps and GIS data. Staff can direct you to the right department.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Woodford County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local planning and building offices. The Woodford County Clerk at 859-873-3421 can tell you which office to contact for your address. Have the property address and a short description of the project ready when you call.
How can I create a list of property owners in Woodford County?
Gather owner names from recorded deeds through the Woodford County online records, one parcel at a time. For a larger list from the county's 12,069 parcels, call 859-873-3421 to ask about available records, request steps, and any fees.