Mccone County, MT Property Records
Property records in Mccone, Montana document ownership, transfers, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, liens, plats, and recorded instruments such as deeds and mortgages. These records are useful for verifying property ownership, researching sales history, preparing real estate transactions, checking tax obligations, and reviewing land descriptions or encumbrances.
Official McCone property records are maintained by county offices, including the Clerk and Recorder for recorded documents and the county assessment/tax offices for valuation and tax details. Users can also search parcel and assessment information through Montana’s official property records search, which provides access to cadastral data for McCone County and other Montana jurisdictions. For certified copies or the most current recorded documents, contact the McCone County Clerk and Recorder directly.
Mccone County, MT Property Records & Statistics
McCone County stands out for very low rents and a small rental market. The median rent is $449.50, far below Montana's $736.75 and the national median of $840.25. Only 12% of occupied homes are renter-occupied, compared with 24.36% in the state and 21.81% nationally, so nearly all households own their homes.
The median home value is $150,050, below both the state median of $213,400 and the national median of $173,750. Property taxes are higher than average: the county's median property tax rate is 0.85%, compared with 0.68% statewide and 0.74% nationally, so owners pay more tax relative to the value of their homes.
Income is a strength. The median household income of $71,334 is above the state figure of $59,344 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 2.99%, higher than Montana's 2.16% and slightly above the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe an affordable, owner-dominated county with low rents and home prices, strong household incomes, and a somewhat elevated tax rate and unemployment rate. Residents earn more than typical while paying less for housing, which suggests comfortable housing affordability.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Mccone
McCone County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, and property valuations. The county has 6,960 total parcels, including 1,248 residential and 150 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 80.26% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 378 deeds and 148 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 6 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 6,960 |
| Residential Parcels | 1,248 |
| Commercial Parcels | 150 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 80.26% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 378 |
| Mortgage Records | 148 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow 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 loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
McCone County has 557 assignment and release records. They include 5 assignment documents, recorded from December 6, 2024, through March 10, 2025, and 552 release documents, recorded from August 21, 2020, through August 27, 2025.
For property research, these records help confirm that earlier mortgages have been paid off and show when a loan changed hands. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to check for liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. Because the collection is concentrated in releases, it is most useful for verifying that past loans on a property were cleared.
How to Search Mccone County, MT Property Records
McCone County property records cover 6,960 parcels, with ownership, assessed values, and recorded transactions held by county offices in Circle and by the state's property tax systems. Recorded deeds and mortgages are kept by the county Clerk & Recorder, while assessment data is tied to the Montana Department of Revenue.
For parcel ownership, assessed values, and maps, use the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer, the state's official mapping tool. You can search by address, owner name, or parcel number and open the parcel to see its details. The Montana Department of Revenue property assessment pages explain how property is valued and taxed and where to turn with questions about an assessment.
Recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages are held by the McCone County Clerk & Recorder at the county courthouse. Contact the office to request a search or copies, and bring the owner name, address, or parcel number to speed things up.
Start with the Cadastral viewer to confirm the parcel, then ask the Clerk & Recorder about recorded documents tied to it.
Mccone County Property Records FAQ
How can I search McCone 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 tied to the address, contact the McCone County Clerk & Recorder at the county courthouse in Circle and ask for a records search.
How can I find property owners in McCone County?
Owner names appear in the parcel data of the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer, which can be searched by owner name, address, or parcel number. To confirm title, ask the McCone County Clerk & Recorder for the recorded deed that transferred the property.
How can I check a property's assessed value in McCone County?
Assessed values are listed in the parcel details of the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer, and McCone 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 McCone County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes in Montana are billed and collected by the county treasurer. Contact the McCone County courthouse in Circle with the parcel number or owner name to ask about a bill or payment. The Montana Department of Revenue explains how assessed values turn into tax bills.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in McCone County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are held by the McCone County Clerk & Recorder at the county courthouse. Contact the office to request a search or copies, and bring the owner name, address, or parcel number. The county's recorder data currently begins in January 2024.
Where can I access McCone County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer shows parcel boundaries, ownership, and property details for McCone County's 6,960 parcels. It is a handy way to locate a parcel and its surroundings, though it is a reference tool and not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in McCone County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on whether a property sits within the town of Circle or in unincorporated McCone County. Ask the county courthouse or the town office before building or changing a property, since requirements can differ by location.
How can I create a list of property owners in McCone County?
Owner details are available parcel by parcel through the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer. For a larger list or bulk records, ask the McCone County Clerk & Recorder at the courthouse what can be provided and whether fees apply. Recorded transfers can be requested from the same office.