Stone County, MS Property Records
Property records in Stone, Mississippi, document ownership and legal details for real estate in Stone County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel information, assessed values, property tax history, and ownership transfers. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and conducting title or genealogy research.
Official Stone property records are maintained through county offices such as the Stone County Chancery Clerk, which handles land records, and the Tax Assessor/Collector, which manages assessment and tax-related information. Users can access office details and official record resources through the Stone County official property records resources, or by contacting the appropriate county office directly.
Stone County, MS Property Records & Statistics
Stone County has a median rent of $690, below the Mississippi median of $725.50 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is just 11.97% of occupied homes, about half the state share of 23.88% and well under the national share of 21.81%, so the county is overwhelmingly made up of homeowners.
The median home value is $166,700, far higher than the state median of $102,350 and close to the national median of $173,750. Property taxes are mild: the county's median property tax rate of 0.7% is slightly below both the state rate of 0.73% and the national rate of 0.74%.
Median household income is $58,720, well above Mississippi's $44,600 and a bit below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 4.21% is higher than the state rate of 3.54% and the national rate of 2.87%.
The picture is of a homeowner-focused county with low rents but high home values for Mississippi, light property taxes, incomes above the state average, and a job market that is somewhat weaker than the state and the nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Stone
Stone County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 14,035 total parcels, including 7,439 residential and 415 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 82.81% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 8,763 deeds and 8,113 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 4,982 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,035 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,439 |
| Commercial Parcels | 415 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 82.81% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 8,763 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,113 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,982 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 597 |
How to Search Stone County, MS Property Records
Recorded land documents in Stone County are handled by the Stone County Chancery Clerk's Office in Wiggins. The county's records include 14,035 parcels, 8,763 deed records, 8,113 mortgage records, valuation data, and foreclosure filings.
The Chancery Clerk's page is the main official resource and the best place to learn how to look up deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents, and how to request copies.
Before you search, collect the property address, the owner's name, or a parcel number. Share the most complete details you have, review what turns up, and check names, dates, and legal descriptions to confirm you have the right property. Deed records in the data run from January 2, 2007 to December 26, 2018, and mortgage records from January 10, 2007 to August 11, 2017, so for newer transactions it is worth calling the office.
The office is at 323 East Cavers Avenue, Wiggins, MS, 39577, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Staff can be reached at 601-928-5266.
Stone Registrar of Deeds
The Stone County Probate Office is located at 323 East Cavers Avenue, Wiggins, MS, 39577 and can be reached at 601-928-5266. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website stonecountyms.gov.
Stone County Chancery Clerk's Office
Stone County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Stone County property records by address?
The Stone County Chancery Clerk's Office maintains the county's land records. Provide the property address, or try the owner's name if the address does not produce a match. You can also call 601-928-5266 for help locating a deed or mortgage.
How can I find property owners in Stone County?
Ownership is shown in recorded deeds, which the Chancery Clerk keeps. Visit 323 East Cavers Avenue in Wiggins or call 601-928-5266 with the address or parcel number. The county's deed records run from January 2, 2007 to December 26, 2018 in the available data.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Stone County?
Stone County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on December 16, 2024. For a specific parcel's assessed value, call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 601-928-5266 and ask which office handles assessments. Have the owner name or address ready.
Where can I find Stone County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payment records are held by the county's tax offices. The Chancery Clerk's Office, at 323 East Cavers Avenue in Wiggins, can direct you to the right office. Call 601-928-5266 and have the owner name or parcel number ready.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Stone County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Stone County Chancery Clerk. The county has 8,763 deed records and 8,113 mortgage records. Visit the office Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or call 601-928-5266 to ask about a specific document.
Where can I access Stone County parcel maps and GIS information?
Stone County has 14,035 parcels, but no parcel map link is listed among the official resources. Call the Chancery Clerk at 601-928-5266 to ask which office provides parcel maps. Legal descriptions in recorded deeds from the Chancery Clerk can also help locate a property.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Stone County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local government offices, not the recorder. Properties inside a city such as Wiggins follow city rules, and others fall under the county. The Chancery Clerk's Office at 601-928-5266 can direct you to the right department for your address.
How can I create a list of property owners in Stone County?
Owner lookups work one property at a time through recorded deeds. For a larger list or bulk request, call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 601-928-5266 or visit 323 East Cavers Avenue, Wiggins, and ask what records the office can provide.