Callaway County, MO Property Records
Property records in Callaway, Missouri document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property classifications, tax history, legal descriptions, and recorded transfers or liens. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review property tax information, confirm parcel details, or support real estate transactions.
Official Callaway property records are maintained by county offices such as the Assessor, Collector, and Recorder of Deeds, depending on the type of information needed. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the county’s official website, including the Callaway property records resources provided by the Callaway County Assessor’s Office. For deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents, users should contact the Callaway County Recorder of Deeds.
Callaway County, MO Property Records & Statistics
Callaway County has a median rent of $838, higher than Missouri's $704 and just under the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 18.15% of occupied homes, below the state's 20.88% and the national 21.81%, so homeownership dominates the local market.
The median home value is $191,300, well above the state median of $137,500 and above the national $173,750. Taxes help offset that: the county's median property tax rate of 0.69% is below Missouri's 0.76% and the national 0.74%. Homeowners face higher prices than most of the state but a lighter tax rate.
Median household income is $67,484.50, ahead of the state's $55,167 and the national $65,108. Strong incomes are consistent with the higher home values and rents seen in the county.
The unemployment rate is 4.22%, higher than Missouri's 2.24% and the national 2.87%. Overall, Callaway County combines premium housing costs, high incomes, and low property taxes, while the jobless rate runs above both state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Callaway
Callaway County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 26,394 total parcels, including 19,609 residential and 1,328 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 96.35% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 35,668 deeds and 30,659 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 10,632 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 26,394 |
| Residential Parcels | 19,609 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,328 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 96.35% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 35,668 |
| Mortgage Records | 30,659 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 10,632 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 359 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents a transfer of the mortgage to a new lender or loan holder, while a release shows the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Callaway County has 33,950 assignment and release records. They include 2,689 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 2, 2025, and 31,238 release documents recorded from February 27, 1995, through September 2, 2025, along with 23 other documents.
These records let researchers see who holds a mortgage, follow a loan across lenders, and confirm that previous mortgages were paid off. That makes them valuable before a purchase, sale, or refinance, when open liens can affect a transaction.
How to Search Callaway County, MO Property Records
The Callaway County Recorder of Deeds, at 10 E. 5th Street in Fulton, keeps the county's recorded deeds, mortgages, and related documents. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and its phone number is 573-642-0787. Records in the county include deeds recorded from January 3, 2006, through August 21, 2025.
To search from home, use the Callaway County official records search, the online portal for recorded documents. The Callaway County Recorder of Deeds page describes the office's services and how to request copies.
For a basic search, enter the owner's name or the property address, then review the results and open the document that matches your transaction. Deeds document ownership transfers, and mortgage records show lender filings. With 26,394 parcels in the county, including a specific name or date range helps narrow the list.
If you can't find what you need online, call the Recorder's office and staff can assist.
Callaway Registrar of Deeds
The Callaway County Probate Office is located at 10 E. 5th Street, Fulton, MO, 65251 and can be reached at 573-642-0787. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through callawaymo.icounty.com or the official website callawaycounty.org.
Callaway County Recorder of Deeds
Callaway County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Callaway County property records by address?
Use the Callaway County official records search to find recorded deeds and mortgages for an address. Enter the street address or owner name and open the matching documents. For help, call the Recorder of Deeds at 573-642-0787 or visit 10 E. 5th Street in Fulton.
How can I find property owners in Callaway County?
Recorded deeds show who owns a property. Search the official records search and open the most recent deed to identify the current owner. The county has 35,668 deed records recorded from January 3, 2006, through August 21, 2025.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Callaway County?
The county assessor sets assessed values, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year across 26,394 parcels. Contact the assessor's office in Fulton with an address or parcel number. The Recorder of Deeds at 573-642-0787 can direct you to the correct office if needed.
Where can I find Callaway County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued by the county collector, not the Recorder of Deeds. Call Callaway County government in Fulton to ask about a bill or payment record, and have the owner name or address ready. The Recorder's office can point you to the right department.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Callaway County?
Search recorded documents through the official records search, or visit the Recorder of Deeds at 10 E. 5th Street, Fulton, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Phone 573-642-0787 to request copies or ask about a record.
Where can I access Callaway County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps come from the county's mapping and assessment offices. Contact Callaway County government in Fulton to ask what GIS tools are available for the county's 26,394 parcels. Legal descriptions on recorded deeds, available through the Recorder, can help you confirm boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Callaway County?
Building permits and zoning are handled by county or city offices depending on where the property lies. Call Callaway County government, or the city office if the property is inside Fulton or another municipality. The Recorder of Deeds only records documents and does not issue permits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Callaway County?
The online portal works best for individual lookups. To build a list, search by area or document type in the official records search, or call the Recorder of Deeds at 573-642-0787 to ask about bulk record requests and any fees.