Mississippi County, MO Property Records
Property records in Mississippi, Missouri, document important details about real estate in Mississippi County, including ownership history, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, assessed values, property classifications, tax information, and recorded transfers such as deeds or liens. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, estimate tax obligations, review land history, or confirm property characteristics before a transaction.
Users can access official Mississippi property records through county offices such as the Assessor, Recorder of Deeds, and Collector, depending on the type of record needed. For assessment details, parcel information, and related local resources, visit the county’s official Mississippi property records page.
Mississippi County, MO Property Records & Statistics
Mississippi County has a median rent of $681, a little below Missouri's $704 and well under the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 32% of occupied homes, far above the state's 20.88% and the national 21.81%, so renting is common here.
The median home value is $90,100, well below the state median of $137,500 and the national $173,750. The median property tax rate is 0.89%, above the state's 0.76% and the national 0.74%, so owners pay a larger share of value in property tax than typical, though on low-priced homes.
Median household income is $36,495, far below the state's $55,167 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.02%, above the state's 2.24% and the national 2.87%.
The figures describe a low-cost county with the lowest incomes of the comparison, a large renter share, and somewhat higher unemployment and tax rates than the state.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Mississippi
Mississippi County property records include assessor parcels, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 9,612 total parcels, including 5,735 residential and 529 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 92.85% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 7,728 deeds and 2,990 mortgages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 9,612 |
| Residential Parcels | 5,735 |
| Commercial Parcels | 529 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.85% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 7,728 |
| Mortgage Records | 2,990 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,498 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 192 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment transfers the loan to a new lender or holder, while a release records that the loan was satisfied and the lien lifted.
Mississippi County has 1,880 assignment and release records, including 130 assignment documents recorded from March 8, 2021 to August 20, 2025, 1,741 release documents recorded from November 1, 2002 to September 2, 2025, and 9 other documents.
These records help researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were released, follow a loan between lenders, and identify liens that may still be open before a purchase or refinance.
How to Search Mississippi County, MO Property Records
Mississippi County recorded documents are kept by the Recorder of Deeds at 200 N. Main St., Charleston. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM and can be reached at 573-683-2598. Its records cover deeds, mortgages, and related documents for the county's 9,612 parcels.
The Mississippi County Recorder of Deeds page is the county's official resource for the office and its records, and it is where you can start a search of recorded documents.
For background on how property is assessed in Missouri, the Missouri State Tax Commission is the state agency that oversees assessment.
To research a property, have an owner name, address, or parcel details ready, then look through the Recorder's records for deeds recorded from January 3, 2006 to October 10, 2018 and mortgages from January 3, 2006 to January 9, 2014. If you cannot find a document, call the office or visit in person.
Mississippi Registrar of Deeds
The Mississippi County Probate Office is located at 200 N. Main St., Charleston, MO, 63834 and can be reached at 573-683-2598. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through misscomo.net or the official website misscomo.net.
Mississippi County Recorder of Deeds
Mississippi County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Mississippi County property records by address?
Start with the Mississippi County Recorder of Deeds page, then use the address or owner name to find recorded documents. If you cannot find a match, call 573-683-2598 or visit 200 N. Main St., Charleston, and staff can help connect the address to a recorded deed.
How can I find property owners in Mississippi County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds. Use the Recorder of Deeds records page to look for the deed, which shows who received the property. Deed records in the county run from January 3, 2006 to October 10, 2018, so call 573-683-2598 for later transfers.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Mississippi County?
Assessed values come from the county assessor, with the 2024 assessment year and a last update of January 17, 2025. The Recorder does not set values, but the office at 573-683-2598 can direct you to the assessor. The Missouri State Tax Commission explains Missouri assessments.
Where can I find Mississippi County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled by the county's collection office rather than the Recorder of Deeds. Call 573-683-2598 and staff can direct you to the right office. The Recorder can also help you check deeds and liens tied to a property.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Mississippi County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are held by the Mississippi County Recorder of Deeds. Visit 200 N. Main St., Charleston, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, or call 573-683-2598 to request copies.
Where can I access Mississippi County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 9,612 parcels are not kept by the Recorder of Deeds. Call 573-683-2598 and ask which county office offers parcel boundaries and GIS layers.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Mississippi County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on whether the property is inside a city or in the unincorporated county. Contact city hall or the county office that covers the parcel, or call the Recorder at 573-683-2598 for help finding the right contact.
How can I create a list of property owners in Mississippi County?
The county does not offer a ready-made owner list online. To build one, review recorded deeds by date, or call the Recorder of Deeds at 573-683-2598 to ask what records staff can provide for a larger request.