Powder River County, MT Property Records
Property records in Powder River, Montana, document ownership, boundaries, assessed values, tax information, transfers, deeds, plats, mortgages, liens, and other recorded land-related details for parcels in Powder River County. These records are useful for verifying property ownership, researching sales history, confirming legal descriptions, reviewing tax obligations, and supporting real estate, lending, legal, or genealogical research.
Official Powder River property records are typically maintained by county offices such as the Clerk and Recorder for recorded documents and the county assessment or treasurer’s office for valuation and tax information. Users can also search parcel and assessment details through the state’s official Montana Cadastral property records search. For certified copies, recent recordings, or questions about specific documents, contact the Powder River County offices directly.
Powder River County, MT Property Records & Statistics
Powder River County has a median rent of $670, below the Montana median of $736.75 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 19.96% of homes, under the state share of 24.36% and the national share of 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value is $150,500, well under Montana's $213,400 and below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.81% is above both the state rate of 0.68% and the national rate of 0.74%. Buyers find lower prices here, though the tax rate is somewhat heavier than average.
Median household income is $62,500, above the state figure of $59,344 and a little below the national figure of $65,108. Combined with low rents and home values, that income level suggests housing is comparatively manageable for local households. The unemployment rate is 0.6%, far below the state's 2.16% and the national 2.87%, showing very strong employment.
Taken together, Powder River County offers low-cost housing, above-state incomes, and almost no unemployment, with a tax rate that runs a bit higher than the benchmarks.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Powder River
Powder River County's property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 7,544 total parcels, including 1,104 residential and 127 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 69.3% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 2,836 deeds and 1,245 mortgages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 7,544 |
| Residential Parcels | 1,104 |
| Commercial Parcels | 127 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 69.3% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 2,836 |
| Mortgage Records | 1,245 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 7 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show how a mortgage is handled after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a loan from one lender to another, and a release shows that a loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Powder River County has 368 assignment and release records, including 5 assignment documents recorded from February 18, 2021, to February 20, 2024, and 363 release documents recorded from December 7, 2020, to July 29, 2025. No other document types are included.
These records help property researchers confirm whether older loans have been satisfied and who currently holds a mortgage. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to check that a lien was cleared, trace a loan between lenders, and spot mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Powder River County, MT Property Records
Powder River County's data covers 7,544 parcels, including 1,104 residential and 127 commercial properties, along with 2,836 recorded deeds and 1,245 mortgages. Recorded documents are filed with the county Clerk and Recorder at the courthouse in Broadus, the county seat.
For parcel lookups, the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer is the state's official mapping tool. It lets you search by address, owner name, or parcel number and view parcel boundaries and ownership information. To understand how a property is valued and how to check an assessment, the Montana Department of Revenue property page is the official state resource.
For deeds, mortgages, or tax bills, contact the Powder River County courthouse in Broadus. Staff can explain which office handles each record and help with copies, which is useful because the county's records are recorded from 2006 forward.
Before searching, collect the property address, owner name, or parcel number. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the entry that fits your property.
Powder River County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Powder River County property records by address?
Use the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer and enter the address to find the parcel. For rural properties, an owner name or parcel number can work better. The Powder River County courthouse in Broadus can also help locate a property.
How can I find property owners in Powder River County?
Owner names are listed on parcel records in the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer. For the recorded deed behind a transfer, contact the Powder River County Clerk and Recorder in Broadus, who files the county's deeds and mortgages.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Powder River County?
The Montana Department of Revenue sets property values statewide, and its property page explains how to look up an assessment. Powder River County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, so refer to that year when reviewing a value.
Where can I find Powder River County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills come from the county. Contact the Powder River County courthouse in Broadus and ask for the office that handles tax billing and payments, which can confirm what is owed and provide payment history for your parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Powder River County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are held by the Powder River County Clerk and Recorder in Broadus. The county's data includes 2,836 deed records and 1,245 mortgage records from 2006 forward. Call or visit the courthouse for copies.
Where can I access Powder River County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer shows parcel boundaries, ownership, and map layers across Powder River County's 7,544 parcels. These maps are for reference and not a legal survey, so a licensed surveyor should confirm exact boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Powder River County?
Contact the Powder River County courthouse in Broadus to ask which permits or land-use rules apply to your property. For land inside the town of Broadus, also check with the town, which may have its own requirements.
How can I create a list of property owners in Powder River County?
Use the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer to look up owners one parcel at a time. For a broader list, contact the Powder River County Clerk and Recorder in Broadus and ask what the office can supply.