Lincoln County, MT Property Records
Property records in Lincoln, Montana document key information about real estate, including ownership details, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax history, legal descriptions, deeds, plats, and transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review property taxes, confirm parcel information, or understand a property’s transaction history.
Because Lincoln is located in Lewis and Clark County, official recorded documents such as deeds, liens, and plats are maintained by the Lewis and Clark County Clerk and Recorder. Users can also review parcel and assessment information through Montana’s statewide official property records search, which provides access to cadastral mapping and property data for Lincoln and other communities across the state. For certified copies or the most current recorded documents, contact the county office directly.
Lincoln County, MT Property Records & Statistics
Lincoln County has relatively high rents and home prices but lower incomes. The median rent is $933.50, above Montana's $736.75 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 20.99% of occupied homes, a little below the state's 24.36% and the national 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value is $252,800, higher than the state median of $213,400 and well above the national $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 0.57% is lower than both the state rate of 0.68% and the national rate of 0.74%, which softens the cost of owning at those values.
Household incomes do not keep pace with housing costs. The median household income is $45,848.50, noticeably below Montana's $59,344 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.11% is also higher than the state's 2.16% and the national 2.87%.
Taken together, the figures show a county where rents and home values sit above typical levels while incomes and employment lag behind. Low property taxes help owners, but the gap between housing costs and earnings is likely to be felt by both renters and prospective buyers.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lincoln
Lincoln County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 24,726 total parcels, including 11,506 residential and 890 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 78.35% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 31,038 deeds and 16,846 mortgages, and 98 Notice of Trustee Sale records are on file.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 24,726 |
| Residential Parcels | 11,506 |
| Commercial Parcels | 890 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 78.35% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 31,038 |
| Mortgage Records | 16,846 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,853 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 98 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records trace what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the debt was satisfied and the lien lifted from the property.
Lincoln County has 22,983 assignment and release records. They include 1,823 assignment documents and 21,092 release documents, along with 68 other documents, all recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 29, 2025.
For property research, these records help show whether earlier mortgages were paid off, how a loan moved between lenders, and whether any liens may still be open before a purchase or refinance. The date range supports a look at a property's loan history across many years. Questions about specific documents can go to the Lincoln County Clerk & Recorder.
How to Search Lincoln County, MT Property Records
Lincoln County property records are maintained by the Lincoln County Clerk & Recorder, which records deeds, mortgages, and related real estate documents. Together with assessment data, they cover the county's 24,726 parcels, including ownership, assessed values, and recorded transactions.
The Lincoln County Clerk & Recorder website is the best starting point for recording information and office details. The office is at 512 California Avenue, Libby, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 406-283-2306 to ask about a specific record or request a search.
For parcel ownership, assessed values, and maps, use the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer, searching by address, owner name, or parcel number. The Montana Department of Revenue property assessment pages describe how property is valued and taxed.
Gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number first. Confirm the parcel and its assessment details in the Cadastral viewer, then contact the Clerk & Recorder for the deeds and mortgages recorded against it.
Lincoln Registrar of Deeds
The Lincoln County Probate Office is located at 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT, 59923 and can be reached at 406-283-2306. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website lincolncountymt.us.
Lincoln County Clerk & Recorder
Lincoln County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lincoln County property records by address?
Enter the street address in the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer to find the parcel, its owner, and assessment details. For recorded documents, contact the Lincoln County Clerk & Recorder at 406-283-2306 or visit 512 California Avenue in Libby, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I find property owners in Lincoln County?
Owner names appear in the parcel data of the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer. To confirm who holds title, ask the Lincoln County Clerk & Recorder for the recorded deed that transferred the property, which the office can help you locate.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lincoln County?
Assessed values are listed in the parcel details of the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer. Lincoln County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. For how values are set or how to request a review, see the Montana Department of Revenue property assessment pages.
Where can I find Lincoln County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes in Montana are billed and collected by the county treasurer. Contact the Lincoln County offices in Libby with the parcel number or owner name to ask about a bill or payment. The Montana Department of Revenue explains how assessed values become tax bills.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lincoln County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are held by the Lincoln County Clerk & Recorder, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 406-283-2306. Have the owner name or parcel number ready.
Where can I access Lincoln County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer shows parcel boundaries, ownership, and property details for Lincoln County's 24,726 parcels. It helps locate a property and view its surroundings, but it is a reference tool and not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lincoln County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on whether a property is inside a city such as Libby or in unincorporated Lincoln County. Check with the relevant local office before building. The Lincoln County Clerk & Recorder at 406-283-2306 can direct you to the right department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lincoln County?
Owner details are available parcel by parcel through the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer, and recorded transfers can be requested from the Lincoln County Clerk & Recorder. For larger lists or bulk records, call 406-283-2306 to ask what is available and whether fees apply.