Phillips County, MT Property Records
Property records in Phillips, Montana document key details about real estate within Phillips County, including deeds, mortgages, plats, legal descriptions, parcel ownership, assessed values, tax information, transfers, and recorded encumbrances such as liens or easements. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, preparing for a purchase or sale, resolving boundary questions, reviewing tax assessments, and supporting legal or financial due diligence.
Users can access official Phillips property records through the appropriate Phillips County offices, such as the Clerk and Recorder for recorded land documents and county assessment or treasurer offices for valuation and tax information. Parcel and ownership details may also be searched through Montana’s official statewide property records search, which provides public access to cadastral and assessment-related property data.
Phillips County, MT Property Records & Statistics
Phillips County has a median rent of $535, well below the Montana median of $736.75 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 22.94% of homes, under the state share of 24.36% and a bit above the national share of 21.81%, so the county's housing mix is fairly typical.
The median home value is $174,350, below Montana's $213,400 and nearly level with the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.88% is higher than both the state rate of 0.68% and the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are priced modestly, but owners face a heavier tax rate than in most of the state.
Median household income is $49,747, below the state figure of $59,344 and the national figure of $65,108. Lower incomes are matched by low rents and moderate home prices, which keeps housing costs in proportion to what many local households earn. The unemployment rate is 2.04%, under the state rate of 2.16% and the national rate of 2.87%, indicating steady employment.
Overall, Phillips County is a low-cost housing market with a high tax rate, lower-than-average incomes, and relatively low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Phillips
Phillips County's property records include tax assessments, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 14,891 total parcels, including 2,365 residential and 297 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 62% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 20 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,891 |
| Residential Parcels | 2,365 |
| Commercial Parcels | 297 |
| Other Parcels | 12,229 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 62% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | September 9, 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 20 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 6 |
| Latest Notice of Trustee Sale | June 4, 2025 |
How to Search Phillips County, MT Property Records
Phillips County's records are kept by the Clerk & Recorder's office at 314 South 2nd Ave West in Malta. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and can be reached at 406-654-2423. The county's data covers 14,891 parcels, most of them rural land classified as other parcels, along with assessment, valuation, and foreclosure information.
For parcel lookups, the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer is the state's official mapping tool, showing parcel boundaries and ownership details that you can search by address, owner name, or parcel number. To understand a property's valuation and how assessments work, the Montana Department of Revenue property page is the official state resource.
For recorded deeds, mortgages, and other documents, call the Phillips County Clerk & Recorder at 406-654-2423 or visit the office in Malta. Staff can help you request copies and find records that aren't available online.
Before searching, gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number, then compare the results to your property before relying on them.
Phillips Registrar of Deeds
The Phillips County Probate Office is located at 314 South 2nd Ave West, Malta, MT, 59538 and can be reached at 406-654-2423. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Phillips County Clerk & Recorder
Phillips County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Phillips County property records by address?
Use the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer and enter the address to find the parcel. Rural properties can be easier to locate by owner name or parcel number. You can also call the Phillips County Clerk & Recorder in Malta at 406-654-2423.
How can I find property owners in Phillips County?
Owner names are shown on parcel records in the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer. For the deed documenting a sale or transfer, contact the Phillips County Clerk & Recorder at 406-654-2423, since recorded documents are filed with that office.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Phillips County?
Valuations are set by the Montana Department of Revenue. Its property page explains how to look up an assessment. Phillips County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, which is the one to reference when reviewing a property's value.
Where can I find Phillips County property tax bills and payment records?
Call the Phillips County Clerk & Recorder at 406-654-2423, or visit 314 South 2nd Ave West in Malta, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and ask which office issues tax bills and keeps payment history for your parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Phillips County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are filed with the Phillips County Clerk & Recorder, 314 South 2nd Ave West, Malta. Call 406-654-2423 or visit during business hours to request copies or ask for help searching the records.
Where can I access Phillips County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer displays parcel boundaries, ownership, and map layers across Phillips County's 14,891 parcels. It is for reference only and is not a legal survey, so a licensed surveyor should confirm exact boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Phillips County?
Call the Phillips County Clerk & Recorder at 406-654-2423 to be directed to the office that handles permits and land-use questions in the county. For property inside Malta or another town, contact that town as well, since it may have its own rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Phillips County?
The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer supports lookups one parcel at a time. To request a larger list, call the Phillips County Clerk & Recorder at 406-654-2423 and ask what records the office can provide.