Monroe County, MS Property Records
Property records in Monroe, Mississippi generally refer to Monroe County real estate documents that identify ownership, legal descriptions, parcel details, assessed values, tax information, deeds, mortgages, plats, liens, and transfers. These records are useful for confirming property ownership, researching sales history, reviewing tax assessments, preparing real estate transactions, resolving boundary questions, and conducting due diligence before buying or selling land.
Official Monroe property records are maintained through Monroe County government offices, including the Chancery Clerk for land records and recorded documents, and the Tax Assessor/Collector for assessment and tax-related information. Users can access official information by contacting the appropriate county office or visiting the county’s online resources through the official Monroe County property records resources.
Monroe County, MS Property Records & Statistics
Monroe County has a median rent of $765, above the Mississippi median of $725.50 but below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $98,100, slightly under the state's $102,350 and far below the national $173,750. Renters pay somewhat more than the typical Mississippi renter, while buyers find lower prices than the state median.
Renter-occupied housing is 20.52%, below the state's 23.88% and the national 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median property tax rate is 0.61%, lower than the state rate of 0.73% and the national rate of 0.74%. Together with modest home values, this keeps the annual cost of owning a home in the county low.
Median household income is $57,206, well above the state's $44,600 and approaching the national $65,108. Strong incomes relative to the state help explain why rents are above the state median even though home values are not. The unemployment rate is 2.03%, much lower than the state's 3.54% and the national 2.87%, which points to a healthy local job market.
Overall, Monroe County combines low property taxes and below-average home values with incomes that rank high for Mississippi, very low unemployment, and a housing market centered on homeowners.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Monroe
Monroe County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 28,781 total parcels, including 10,534 residential and 530 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 73.31% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 32,586 deeds and 26,689 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 8,096 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 28,781 |
| Residential Parcels | 10,534 |
| Commercial Parcels | 530 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 73.31% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 32,586 |
| Mortgage Records | 26,689 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 8,096 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 424 |
How to Search Monroe County, MS Property Records
Monroe County property records are recorded through the Monroe County Chancery Clerk's Office in Aberdeen. The office handles deeds, mortgages, and other land documents for the county's 28,781 parcels, which show owners, transfers, and loans.
Begin with the Monroe County Chancery Clerk page, the county's official page for the office. It is the place to learn how land records are recorded and searched and to find contact information for the staff who maintain them.
A basic search works like this: gather the owner's name, the property address, or any recording details, then ask for the matching documents. Start with the owner's name and look through the results for the deed or mortgage that fits the property. If you have too many results, add a second party name or narrow the dates. The county's recorded deeds run from January 3, 2006, to February 28, 2025, and mortgages from January 3, 2006, to February 20, 2025, so use those ranges to guide your search.
To search in person, visit the Chancery Clerk's Office at 201 West Commerce Street, Aberdeen, MS 39730, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, or call 662-369-8143.
Monroe Registrar of Deeds
The Monroe County Probate Office is located at 201 West Commerce Street, Aberdeen, MS, 39730 and can be reached at 662-369-8143. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website monroems.com.
Monroe County Chancery Clerk's Office
Monroe County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Monroe County property records by address?
Start at the Monroe County Chancery Clerk page for the office's land records information, then look up the address or the owner's name. If the address is not found, try the owner's name or call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-369-8143, and staff can help you find the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Monroe County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Use the Monroe County Chancery Clerk page to reach land records, search by name or address, and open the latest deed. You can also stop by 201 West Commerce Street in Aberdeen Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Monroe County?
Assessed values come from the county tax assessor. Monroe County's assessments reflect the 2024 assessment year, and the latest assessor update was February 17, 2025. Call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-369-8143 and ask for the assessor's contact to request a parcel's assessed value.
Where can I find Monroe County property tax bills and payment records?
The county tax collector handles tax bills and payments, not the Chancery Clerk. Call the Monroe County Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-369-8143 for directions to the right office, and have the owner name or parcel details ready. The county's median property tax rate is 0.61%.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Monroe County?
Deeds, mortgages, and related documents are recorded with the Chancery Clerk. Begin at the Monroe County Chancery Clerk page or visit the office in Aberdeen. Recorded deeds run from January 3, 2006, to February 28, 2025, and staff can help with documents outside that range.
Where can I access Monroe County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are usually maintained by the county's assessor or mapping staff. Call the Monroe County Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-369-8143 and ask where to find parcel maps for the county's 28,781 parcels. Maps are for general reference, and a licensed survey should be used for exact boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Monroe County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on where the property is. For property inside Aberdeen, Amory, or another city, contact that city's building and planning office. For land outside city limits, call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-369-8143 and ask which county office covers building and land use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Monroe County?
Searches are built for one property at a time, so a list means gathering owners from recorded deeds. Start at the Monroe County Chancery Clerk page and limit your request to an area or date range. For larger lists, call 662-369-8143 to ask what bulk records the office can provide.