Dent County, MO Property Records
Property records in Dent, Missouri, document ownership and legal details for real estate within Dent County. These records may include deeds, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, ownership history, property descriptions, transfers, liens, and related recorded documents. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, preparing real estate transactions, checking tax assessments, and supporting legal or land-use matters.
Users can access official Dent property records through Dent County government offices, including the Assessor’s Office for assessment and parcel information and the Recorder of Deeds for recorded documents such as deeds and transfers. For current access options, office details, and available public record resources, visit the county’s official Dent property records resources.
Dent County, MO Property Records & Statistics
Dent County has a median rent of $655, lower than the Missouri median of $704 and far below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $118,400, compared with $137,500 statewide and $173,750 nationally. Only 15.37% of occupied housing is renter-occupied, well under the state's 20.88% and the national 21.81%, so the local market is heavily weighted toward homeowners.
Property taxes are a clear advantage. The county's median property tax rate is 0.51%, below the state rate of 0.76% and the national rate of 0.74%. Combined with lower home values, that means owners generally face a lighter annual bill than they would in much of Missouri or the rest of the country.
The median household income is $78,541.50, much higher than the state median of $55,167 and the national median of $65,108. With housing costs below state and national levels, that income gives many households considerable room in their budgets.
The unemployment rate of 2.88% is above the state rate of 2.24% and marginally above the national 2.87%, making employment the one area where the county does not lead. Overall, the figures describe an owner-oriented market with affordable homes, low property taxes and high incomes, with unemployment slightly above the benchmarks.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Dent
Dent County property records cover tax assessments, mortgage filings, property valuations and foreclosure notices. The county has 11,169 total parcels, with 92.99% tax record coverage for the 2024 assessment year, and valuation data is available for 4,855 properties. Foreclosure records show 185 Notice of Trustee Sale filings, the latest on March 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 11,169 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,953 |
| Commercial Parcels | 349 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.99% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Mortgage Records | 196 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,855 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 185 |
| Latest Notice of Trustee Sale | March 19, 2025 |
How to Search Dent County, MO Property Records
Dent County recorded documents are kept by the Recorder of Deeds in Salem. The county has 11,169 parcels on record, along with mortgage records, valuation data for 4,855 properties and foreclosure notices, so a search can reveal ownership documents, loans and sale filings.
Two links are useful here. The Dent County Recorder of Deeds page has office details and contact information. The Dent County official records search is the online portal for looking up recorded documents. The office is at 112 E. Fifth St., Salem, MO 65560, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 573-729-2198.
To search, open the records portal and sign in as directed, then enter an owner name or other identifying detail. Review the results, open the document that matches your property and check the recording date and parties. If you need a certified copy or help finding an older record, call or visit the office.
Before you begin, collect the property address, owner name or parcel number so you can narrow results quickly.
Dent Registrar of Deeds
The Dent County Probate Office is located at 112 E. Fifth St., Salem, MO, 65560 and can be reached at 573-729-2198. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through dentmo.icounty.com or the official website salemmo.com.
Dent County Recorder of Deeds
Dent County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Dent County property records by address?
Use the Dent County official records search to look up recorded documents, entering the information you have about the property. If an address does not return results, try the owner's name or call the Recorder of Deeds at 573-729-2198 for help finding the right record.
How can I find property owners in Dent County?
Ownership is shown on recorded deeds. Search the official records portal for the deed tied to a property, or contact the Dent County Recorder of Deeds in Salem. Tax records in the county cover 92.99% of the population.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Dent County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor, and the latest assessment year in the county's records is 2024. Contact the assessor at the Dent County courthouse in Salem and give the parcel number or owner name. The Missouri State Tax Commission provides general information on assessments and appeals.
Where can I find Dent County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued and collected by the county collector. Ask the office at the Dent County courthouse for a copy of a bill or a payment history, giving the parcel number or owner name. The Recorder of Deeds at 573-729-2198 can help direct you to the right office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Dent County?
Deeds and other recorded documents are held by the Dent County Recorder of Deeds, 112 E. Fifth St., Salem, MO 65560. Search online through the official records portal or visit Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Dent County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's 11,169 parcels are mapped through the assessor's records. Ask the assessor's office at the Salem courthouse whether a parcel map is available for your property, or call the Recorder of Deeds at 573-729-2198 for the right contact. Parcel maps are for reference only and are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Dent County?
Permit and zoning rules are handled locally. For a property inside a city such as Salem, check with the city office. For land outside city limits, ask the Dent County Commission at the courthouse whether a permit is needed before you build or change a property's use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Dent County?
The online records portal is built for individual lookups. If you need a list of owners across several parcels, call the Dent County Recorder of Deeds at 573-729-2198 and ask what can be provided, describing the area or the documents you need.