Livingston County, MO Property Records
Property records in Livingston, Missouri provide key information about real estate ownership, assessed values, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, tax history, transfers, deeds, and other recorded land documents. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, lenders, and legal professionals who need to verify ownership, review property taxes, confirm parcel details, or research the history of a piece of real estate.
Official Livingston property records are typically maintained by county offices such as the Assessor, Collector, and Recorder of Deeds, depending on the type of information needed. Assessment and parcel data can help users understand valuation and tax-related details, while recorded documents provide evidence of transfers, liens, plats, and other legal filings. Users can access official information through the county’s government resources, including the Livingston County Assessor’s office and related departments for Livingston property records.
Livingston County, MO Property Records & Statistics
Livingston County has modest housing costs. The median rent is $675, below Missouri's $704 and the national $840.25, and the median home value of $130,800 is under the state's $137,500 and the national $173,750.
The county's median property tax rate is 0.83%, higher than the state's 0.76% and the national 0.74%. Owners pay a somewhat larger share of home value in taxes, though home prices stay low.
The median household income is $59,861, above Missouri's $55,167 but below the national $65,108. Unemployment is 1.84%, lower than the state's 2.24% and the national 2.87%, which points to a healthy job market.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 19.37% of homes, under the state's 20.88% and the national 21.81%. Taken together, the figures describe an affordable, mostly owner-occupied county with above-average tax rates, solid incomes, and low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Livingston
Livingston County property records include assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 10,851 total parcels, including 6,803 residential and 551 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 94.95% of the population. The recorder holds 15,464 deed records and 6,502 mortgage records, with valuation data on 4,194 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 10,851 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,803 |
| Commercial Parcels | 551 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.95% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 15,464 |
| Mortgage Records | 6,502 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,194 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 102 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows the loan was paid off so the lien no longer applies to the property.
Livingston County has 11,718 assignment and release records, including 1,311 assignment documents, 10,380 release documents, and 27 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 6, 2005, through August 6, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, through August 28, 2025.
For property research, these records help confirm that earlier mortgages were released, show who currently holds a loan, and reveal liens that may remain open. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them before a sale or refinance, and the date range helps narrow a search.
How to Search Livingston County, MO Property Records
Property records in Livingston County are kept by county offices in Chillicothe. The Livingston County Recorder of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases, while assessment records cover the county's 10,851 parcels for 2024.
For office information, forms, and instructions on searching recorded documents, visit the Livingston County Recorder of Deeds page. Filers who record documents electronically can find details on the Livingston County eRecording section of the same page.
The Recorder of Deeds is at 700 Webster St., Chillicothe, MO 64601, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 660-646-8000, Ext. 206.
Before you search, gather an owner name, a property address, or an approximate recording date. Start with the most complete details, review the results, and confirm the document that matches the property. If something is not available online, call or visit the office.
Livingston Registrar of Deeds
The Livingston County Probate Office is located at 700 Webster St., Chillicothe, MO, 64601 and can be reached at 660-646-8000 Ext. 206. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website livingstoncountymo.com.
Livingston County Recorder of Deeds
Livingston County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Livingston County property records by address?
Contact the Livingston County Recorder of Deeds at 660-646-8000, Ext. 206, or visit 700 Webster St., Chillicothe, to find recorded documents tied to an address. The Recorder of Deeds page has more information. The county assessor handles assessment details.
How can I find property owners in Livingston County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds kept by the Recorder of Deeds. Use a property address when you call 660-646-8000, Ext. 206, or visit the office in Chillicothe to find the deed showing who holds title. The county assessor can also provide ownership details.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Livingston County?
The county assessor sets assessed values, and the latest assessment year on file is 2024, with an assessor update on November 28, 2024. Contact the Livingston County assessor at the courthouse in Chillicothe about a specific parcel, or call the Recorder at 660-646-8000, Ext. 206.
Where can I find Livingston County property tax bills and payment records?
In Missouri, the county collector sends property tax bills and takes payments. Contact the Livingston County collector at the courthouse in Chillicothe for a bill or payment history. The Recorder of Deeds at 660-646-8000, Ext. 206, can direct you.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Livingston County?
The Livingston County Recorder of Deeds keeps deeds, mortgages, and releases. See the Recorder of Deeds page or visit 700 Webster St., Chillicothe, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 660-646-8000, Ext. 206, for copies.
Where can I access Livingston County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 10,851 parcels come from county assessment and mapping offices. Call the Livingston County Recorder of Deeds at 660-646-8000, Ext. 206, to ask which office maintains maps and whether copies are available.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Livingston County?
Permits and zoning depend on the property's location. Chillicothe and other cities run their own building and zoning offices, while rural parcels fall under county offices. Ask at the courthouse or call 660-646-8000, Ext. 206, for the right contact.
How can I create a list of property owners in Livingston County?
No ready-made owner list is published. For a larger request, call the Livingston County Recorder of Deeds at 660-646-8000, Ext. 206, and ask what can be provided. Electronic filers can see the eRecording section for submission details.