Chariton County, MO Property Records
Property records in Chariton, Missouri generally refer to real estate records maintained for properties in Chariton County. These records may include owner names, parcel numbers, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax details, deed references, transfers, plats, liens, and other recorded documents. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, estimating tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and conducting title or due-diligence research. Official Chariton property records are maintained by county offices such as the Assessor, Recorder of Deeds, and Collector. Users can begin through the Chariton County government website or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies, current assessments, recorded deeds, and tax information.
Chariton County, MO Property Records & Statistics
Chariton County has a median rent of $544, well below the Missouri median of $704 and the national median of $840.25. Homes are also affordable: the median home value is $107,650, compared with $137,500 statewide and $173,750 nationally. Only 14.9% of occupied housing is renter-occupied, against 20.88% in Missouri and 21.81% across the country, which points to a market dominated by owner-occupants.
The county's median property tax rate is 0.79%, a little higher than the state rate of 0.76% and the national rate of 0.74%. Because home values are modest, the tax rate is applied to a smaller base, so the dollar cost of ownership stays comparatively low even though the rate itself is slightly above average.
Median household income in Chariton County is $61,041.50, higher than the Missouri figure of $55,167 but below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.98% is above the state rate of 2.24% and the national rate of 2.87%, a small gap that suggests a labor market slightly softer than average.
Overall, the numbers describe a low-cost, owner-heavy county where housing is considerably cheaper than in most of the state and nation, and where incomes hold up better than the state median.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Chariton
Chariton County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 12,084 total parcels, with tax records covering 95.85% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Recorder holds 15,271 deed records and 4,115 mortgage records, and the latest valuation update was August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 12,084 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,952 |
| Commercial Parcels | 373 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.85% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 15,271 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,115 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 825 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 17 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Chariton County has 1,514 assignment and release records, made up of 175 assignment documents, 1,334 release documents and 5 other documents. Assignments were recorded from December 15, 2021, to August 6, 2025, and releases from December 1, 2020, to August 29, 2025.
For property research, these records help confirm that earlier loans on a property were satisfied, trace a mortgage as it moved between lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a purchase or refinance. The recorded dates also make it easier to focus on a particular period in a property's history.
How to Search Chariton County, MO Property Records
Property records in Chariton County are handled by the Circuit Clerk-Recorder of Deeds in Keytesville, which records deeds, mortgages, releases and other real estate documents. The county's records include 12,084 parcels, along with deed, mortgage and foreclosure filings, so a search can turn up ownership transfers, loans and liens tied to a property.
Start with the Chariton County Circuit Clerk-Recorder of Deeds page for office information and recording details. To search recorded documents online, use the Chariton County official records search, where you can look up documents by name, date range or document type and view the results.
If you prefer to search in person, the office is at 306 S Cherry St., Keytesville, MO 65261, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. You can also call 660-288-1005 with questions.
Before you search, gather the owner's name, the property address or a known recording date. Enter the most specific details you have, review the list of matching documents, and open the one that fits. If a document doesn't appear online, ask the office staff to help locate it.
Chariton Registrar of Deeds
The Chariton County Probate Office is located at 306 S Cherry St., Keytesville, MO, 65261 and can be reached at 660-288-1005. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through charitonmo.icounty.com or the official website charitonco.com.
Chariton County Circuit Clerk-Recorder of Deeds
Chariton County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Chariton County property records by address?
Chariton County's online records are searched mainly by name or document type, so an address lookup works best when you have a recorded deed to start from. Use the official records search to find documents tied to the property, or call the Circuit Clerk-Recorder of Deeds at 660-288-1005 for help matching an address to a record.
How can I find property owners in Chariton County?
Recorded deeds list the owner, or grantee, for each transfer. Search by name in the Chariton County official records search to find the deed that conveyed a property. The Circuit Clerk-Recorder of Deeds at 306 S Cherry St., Keytesville, can also assist in person Monday through Friday.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Chariton County?
Assessment information is maintained by the county assessor, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated January 30, 2025. For the assessed value of a specific parcel, contact the Chariton County courthouse in Keytesville and ask for the assessor's office. Recorded deeds may also show sale details.
Where can I find Chariton County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills in Chariton County are issued and collected by the county collector, not the Recorder. Contact the county courthouse in Keytesville for current bills and payment options. The Recorder of Deeds office, reachable at 660-288-1005, can direct you to the correct office if you are unsure where to go.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Chariton County?
Deeds, deeds of trust, releases and other recorded documents are kept by the Circuit Clerk-Recorder of Deeds. Search them online through the Chariton County official records search, which covers deeds recorded from January 3, 2006. You can also visit the office page or stop by at 306 S Cherry St., Keytesville.
Where can I access Chariton County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 12,084 parcels are maintained by the county assessor. Call the Chariton County courthouse in Keytesville to ask about available parcel maps or GIS data. Recorded deeds include legal descriptions that help identify a parcel's boundaries, though a map is not a substitute for a survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Chariton County?
Permit and zoning questions are handled locally. Chariton County is largely rural, so for a property inside a city or town, contact that municipality's city hall about building permits and zoning. For unincorporated land, call the county courthouse in Keytesville to ask which office, if any, handles permits for your property.
How can I create a list of property owners in Chariton County?
The online records search is built for individual lookups rather than bulk lists. Searching by name in the official records search shows recorded deeds, and the Circuit Clerk-Recorder of Deeds at 660-288-1005 can explain what is available for larger requests. Assessor records may also help compile owner information.