Lawrence County, MO Property Records
Property records in Lawrence, Missouri document important details about real estate, including ownership history, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property tax information, transfers, liens, and recorded deeds. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, attorneys, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm property boundaries, or investigate a property’s transaction history.
Official Lawrence property records are typically maintained by county offices, including the Lawrence County Assessor for parcel and valuation information and the Recorder of Deeds for recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages. Users can access official information through the county’s website, including the Lawrence County Assessor’s property records, or by contacting the appropriate county office directly for certified copies or assistance with specific records.
Lawrence County, MO Property Records & Statistics
Lawrence County has housing costs close to Missouri norms. The median rent is $688, slightly below the state's $704 and well under the national $840.25. The median home value of $140,300 is just above the state's $137,500 and below the national $173,750.
The county's median property tax rate is 0.58%, lower than both Missouri's 0.76% and the national 0.74%, which helps hold down the annual cost of owning a home.
The median household income is $55,170, nearly identical to the state's $55,167 but below the national $65,108. Unemployment is 3.79%, higher than Missouri's 2.24% and the national 2.87%, so the local job market is tighter than in most places.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 27.51% of homes, well above the state's 20.88% and the national 21.81%. The figures describe a county with affordable homes, low tax rates, average incomes, and a larger-than-usual rental market alongside higher unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lawrence
Lawrence County property records include assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 21,632 total parcels, including 15,771 residential and 834 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.23% of the population. The recorder holds 38,874 deed records and 25,196 mortgage records, and valuation data is available for 9,497 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 21,632 |
| Residential Parcels | 15,771 |
| Commercial Parcels | 834 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.23% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 38,874 |
| Mortgage Records | 25,196 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 9,497 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 508 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents a loan being transferred from one lender or holder to another, while a release documents that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Lawrence County has 41,159 assignment and release records, including 4,483 assignment documents, 36,536 release documents, and 140 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 3, 2006, through August 29, 2025, and releases from April 1, 2001, through August 29, 2025.
These records let buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were released, follow a loan between lenders, and find liens that may remain open. They are especially useful before a purchase or refinance, and the date ranges help narrow a search to a given period.
How to Search Lawrence County, MO Property Records
Property records in Lawrence County are kept by county offices in Mt. Vernon. The Lawrence County Recorder of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases, while assessment records cover the county's 21,632 parcels and the 2025 assessment year.
To search recorded documents, use the Lawrence County official records search, the online portal for deeds, mortgages, and related filings. For office information and services, visit the Lawrence County Recorder of Deeds page.
The Recorder of Deeds is at 1 E Courthouse Sq, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The phone number is 417-466-2670.
Before searching, have an owner name, a property address, or an approximate recording date ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches your property. If a record does not show up online, call the office for help.
Lawrence Registrar of Deeds
The Lawrence County Probate Office is located at 1 E Courthouse Sq, Mt. Vernon, MO, 65712 and can be reached at 417-466-2670. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through lawrencemo.icounty.com or the official website lawrencecountymo.org.
Lawrence County Recorder of Deeds
Lawrence County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lawrence County property records by address?
Recorded documents for a property can be found through the Lawrence County official records search. For assessment details by address, contact the county assessor at the courthouse in Mt. Vernon, or call the Recorder of Deeds at 417-466-2670.
How can I find property owners in Lawrence County?
Owner names are listed on recorded deeds. Search by name in the official records search to find the deeds showing who holds title. For assessment-based owner details, ask at the courthouse in Mt. Vernon or call 417-466-2670.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lawrence County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor. The most recent assessment year on file is 2025, with an assessor update on August 25, 2025. Contact the Lawrence County assessor in Mt. Vernon about a specific parcel, or call the Recorder at 417-466-2670.
Where can I find Lawrence County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills in Missouri are handled by the county collector. Contact the Lawrence County collector at the courthouse in Mt. Vernon for a bill or payment history. The Recorder of Deeds at 1 E Courthouse Sq, 417-466-2670, can point you to the right counter.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lawrence County?
Deeds, mortgages, and releases are kept by the Lawrence County Recorder of Deeds. Search them with the official records search, or see the Recorder of Deeds page. The office is open weekdays, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at 417-466-2670.
Where can I access Lawrence County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 21,632 parcels are maintained by county assessment and mapping offices. Start with the Lawrence County Recorder of Deeds page or call 417-466-2670 to ask which office handles GIS and parcel maps.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lawrence County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on where the property is. Mt. Vernon and other cities handle their own building and zoning, while rural parcels fall under county offices. Ask at the courthouse in Mt. Vernon, or call the Recorder at 417-466-2670 for direction.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lawrence County?
No ready-made owner list is published. The official records search is built for property-by-property lookups. For a bigger request, call the Lawrence County Recorder of Deeds at 417-466-2670 and ask what can be provided.