Chouteau County, MT Property Records
Property records in Chouteau, Montana, document key details about real estate, including ownership history, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, legal descriptions, deeds, mortgages, liens, and property transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review property taxes, confirm legal descriptions, or understand a parcel’s transaction history.
Official Chouteau property records are typically maintained through county offices such as the Clerk and Recorder, Treasurer, and Assessor, while parcel and assessment details may also be available through Montana’s statewide cadastral system. Users can begin searching official parcel information through the state’s property records search, or contact the appropriate Chouteau County office for recorded documents and certified copies.
Chouteau County, MT Property Records & Statistics
Chouteau County has a median rent of $588, well below the Montana median of $736.75 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 21.41% of occupied homes, a little under the state share of 24.36% and close to the national share of 21.81%.
The median home value is $167,000, below the state figure of $213,400 and slightly below the national figure of $173,750. Property taxes run higher than the comparison areas: the county's median property tax rate of 0.82% is above both the state rate of 0.68% and the national rate of 0.74%, which adds to ownership costs relative to the price of a home.
Median household income is $57,969, just under the state median of $59,344 and below the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.08%, higher than Montana's 2.16% and slightly above the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe an affordable county with low rents and moderate home values, a heavier property tax rate, incomes near the state median and unemployment somewhat above both the state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Chouteau
Chouteau County property records include tax assessment, valuation and foreclosure data. The county has 14,543 total parcels, including 3,117 residential and 332 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 84.85% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data covers 1,034 properties, and foreclosure records include 9 Notice of Trustee Sale records.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,543 |
| Residential Parcels | 3,117 |
| Commercial Parcels | 332 |
| Other Parcels | 11,094 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 84.85% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,034 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 9 |
| Latest Notice of Trustee Sale | April 2, 2025 |
How to Search Chouteau County, MT Property Records
Chouteau County property records are kept by the county and supported by state tools. The county has 14,543 parcels, and records show parcel details, ownership, assessed values, valuation data and foreclosure notices.
The Chouteau County Clerk & Recorder records deeds, mortgages and other real estate documents. The office is at 1308 Franklin Street in Fort Benton, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the phone number is 406-622-5151.
For assessment and valuation information, use the Montana property record card lookup, which shows parcel-level data from the Department of Revenue. The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer displays parcel boundaries on a map.
To search, have a property address, owner name or parcel number ready, enter the most complete details you have, and open the matching record. If a recorded document does not appear online, call the Clerk & Recorder in Fort Benton and ask for help finding it.
Chouteau Registrar of Deeds
The Chouteau County Probate Office is located at 1308 Franklin Street, Fort Benton, MT, 59442 and can be reached at 406-622-5151. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website co.chouteau.mt.us.
Chouteau County Clerk & Recorder
Chouteau County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Chouteau County property records by address?
Enter the property address in the Montana property record card lookup. If there is no match, try a shorter version of the address or an owner name. You can also call the Chouteau County Clerk & Recorder at 406-622-5151 for help finding a parcel.
How can I find property owners in Chouteau County?
Owner names are included in assessment records searchable through the Montana property record card lookup. For the deed behind an ownership transfer, contact the Chouteau County Clerk & Recorder at 1308 Franklin Street, Fort Benton.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Chouteau County?
Assessed values appear on each parcel's record in the Montana property record card lookup. The county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. The Montana Department of Revenue explains how property is valued across the state.
Where can I find Chouteau County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued and collected by the county. Contact the Chouteau County Treasurer in Fort Benton for current bills, balances and payment options, and have your parcel number ready. The Clerk & Recorder at 406-622-5151 can point you to the right office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Chouteau County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded real estate documents are kept by the Chouteau County Clerk & Recorder, 1308 Franklin Street, Fort Benton, open weekdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 406-622-5151 with an owner name or address to request copies.
Where can I access Chouteau County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer shows boundaries for the county's 14,543 parcels. Search by address, owner or parcel number, then zoom to the property. The maps are helpful for reference but are not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Chouteau County?
Requirements depend on location. Parcels inside Fort Benton and other towns follow municipal rules, while rural parcels are subject to county requirements. Call the Chouteau County Clerk & Recorder at 406-622-5151 to be directed to the correct office, and confirm before you build.
How can I create a list of property owners in Chouteau County?
Online lookups such as the Montana property record card lookup are meant for one parcel at a time. For a broader owner list or bulk records, call the Chouteau County Clerk & Recorder at 406-622-5151 and ask what can be provided.