Lowndes County, MS Property Records
Property records in Lowndes, Mississippi document ownership, transfers, parcel details, assessed values, property taxes, plats, deeds, liens, and related land instruments. These records are useful for verifying legal ownership, researching property history, estimating tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and confirming boundary or assessment information.
Users can access official Lowndes property records through the appropriate county offices, including the Chancery Clerk for recorded land documents and the Tax Assessor/Collector for parcel, valuation, and tax-related information. Online resources and office contact details are available through the official Lowndes property records resources, where users can find guidance on requesting or searching county-maintained records.
Lowndes County, MS Property Records & Statistics
Lowndes County has a median rent of $802, higher than the Mississippi median of $725.50 but below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $135,500, well above the state's $102,350 and under the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing is 34.86%, considerably higher than the state's 23.88% and the national 21.81%, showing a large rental market.
The median property tax rate is 0.54%, lower than both the state rate of 0.73% and the national rate of 0.74%. Owners here keep more of their home's value each year than in much of Mississippi, which partly offsets the county's higher home prices.
Median household income is $49,946, above the state's $44,600 but below the national $65,108. Incomes are a bit stronger than in the typical Mississippi county, and rents and home values reflect that, though they still sit below national levels.
The unemployment rate is 3.26%, under the state's 3.54% but above the national 2.87%, so the job market is a little healthier than the state average yet not quite at the national mark.
Overall, Lowndes County combines mid-range housing costs, low property taxes, incomes above the state median, and a renter share well above average, a profile common in places with a strong base of employers and students.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lowndes
Lowndes County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 32,004 total parcels, including 21,354 residential and 1,648 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 84.68% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 41,923 deeds and 18,149 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 17,497 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 32,004 |
| Residential Parcels | 21,354 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,648 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 84.68% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 41,923 |
| Mortgage Records | 18,149 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 17,497 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 2,298 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage moved from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien lifted from the property.
Lowndes County has 31,113 assignment and release records. They include 4,145 assignment documents, recorded from January 5, 2005, through August 29, 2025, and 26,929 release documents, recorded from July 21, 2002, through September 2, 2025, along with 39 other documents.
By reading these records, researchers can see who has held a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans were paid off. That is useful for buyers, lenders, and title professionals who want to confirm a clear title before a sale or refinance, and for owners checking that a paid-off loan was properly released. The long date range also supports research into how a property's financing changed over time.
How to Search Lowndes County, MS Property Records
Lowndes County land records are maintained by the Lowndes County Chancery Clerk's Office in Columbus, which records deeds, mortgages, and related documents for the county's 32,004 parcels. Records can show owners, transfers, loans, and releases.
The quickest option is the Lowndes County Chancery Clerk official records search, an online inquiry system where you can look up recorded documents. For general information about the office and how recording works, visit the Lowndes County Chancery Clerk page.
To search, have the owner's name, a document type, or a date range ready. Enter the name first, review the documents that return, and open the one that matches the property. Deeds in the county's data go back to January 5, 2004, and mortgages to May 1, 2012, so use those dates to guide how far back you look. If a name has many results, narrowing the date range helps.
You can also visit the Chancery Clerk's Office at 505 2nd Avenue N, Columbus, MS 39701, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or call 662-329-5800.
Lowndes Registrar of Deeds
The Lowndes County Probate Office is located at 505 2nd Avenue N, Columbus, MS, 39701 and can be reached at 662-329-5800. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through chancery.lowndescountyms.com or the official website lowndescountyms.com.
Lowndes County Chancery Clerk's Office
Lowndes County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lowndes County property records by address?
Use the Lowndes County Chancery Clerk official records search to look up recorded land documents. Enter the owner's name or other details tied to the address and open the matching deed. If you have trouble finding the parcel, call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-329-5800 for assistance.
How can I find property owners in Lowndes County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the Lowndes County Chancery Clerk official records search by name or document type, then open the most recent deed for the property. The office at 505 2nd Avenue N in Columbus can also help in person Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lowndes County?
Assessments are handled by the county tax assessor, and Lowndes County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year for 32,004 parcels. Call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-329-5800 and ask for the assessor's contact so you can request the assessed value for your parcel.
Where can I find Lowndes County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments come from the county tax collector, not the land records office. Call the Lowndes County Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-329-5800 to be pointed to the right office, and have the owner name or parcel details ready. The county's median property tax rate is 0.54%.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lowndes County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases, and other recorded documents are searchable through the Lowndes County Chancery Clerk official records search. More information about the office is on the Chancery Clerk page. The county's recorded deeds date from January 5, 2004, and the office can help with older documents.
Where can I access Lowndes County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are usually provided by the county's assessor or mapping office. Call the Lowndes County Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-329-5800 and ask which office offers parcel maps for the county. Maps give a general view of boundaries, but a licensed survey is needed when exact lines matter.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lowndes County?
Permits and zoning rules depend on where the property sits. For property in Columbus or another city, contact that city's building and planning staff. For land outside city limits, call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-329-5800 and ask which county office handles building permits and land use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lowndes County?
The online search works property by property, so building a list means collecting owners from recorded deeds. Use the Lowndes County Chancery Clerk official records search for a specific period, or call 662-329-5800 to ask about bulk requests. With 32,004 parcels, a defined area or date range is easier to manage.