Yellowstone County, MT Property Records
Property records in Yellowstone, Montana provide official information about real estate ownership, transfers, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, mortgages, liens, plats, and related recorded documents. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership history, confirm property details, review encumbrances, or support due diligence before a real estate transaction.
Official Yellowstone property records are maintained by local government offices, including the Yellowstone County Clerk and Recorder for recorded land documents and county or state property assessment resources for parcel and valuation details. Users can access official information through the county’s Yellowstone property records resources or by contacting the appropriate county office for guidance on document searches, copies, fees, and recording requirements.
Yellowstone County, MT Property Records & Statistics
Yellowstone County has a median rent of $934, above both Montana's $736.75 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 24.6% of occupied homes, just above the state share of 24.36% and above the national share of 21.81%, so the rental share is close to the Montana norm.
The median home value is $284,100, well above the state median of $213,400 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.81% is higher than the state rate of 0.68% and the national rate of 0.74%. Together, these figures show a higher-cost market where both buying and carrying a home cost more than the typical Montana or national household pays.
The median household income is $67,661, above the state's $59,344 and the national $65,108, which helps support the higher rents and home values. The unemployment rate of 2.28% is slightly above the state rate of 2.16% but below the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a higher-priced, higher-income county with moderate unemployment, a rental share near the state average, and property tax costs above state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Yellowstone
Yellowstone County property records include tax assessor parcels, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 83,612 total parcels, including 62,945 residential and 5,932 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.49% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 203,155 deeds and 188,546 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 40,635 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 83,612 |
| Residential Parcels | 62,945 |
| Commercial Parcels | 5,932 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.49% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 203,155 |
| Mortgage Records | 188,546 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 40,635 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 24,734 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track 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 a mortgage was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Yellowstone County has 132,561 assignment and release records available for research. They include 15,075 assignment documents recorded from October 20, 1998, through September 4, 2025, and 117,295 release documents recorded from January 2, 2004, through September 4, 2025, along with 191 other documents.
For property research, these records help show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans have been paid off. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to confirm that past mortgages were released, follow a loan as it moved between lenders, and spot mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The long date range also makes it possible to trace a property's lending history across several decades.
How to Search Yellowstone County, MT Property Records
Yellowstone County property records are maintained through the Clerk and Recorder's office in Billings, which holds recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, and related filings. The county's assessor records cover 83,612 parcels, and the recorder's data includes more than 200,000 deeds and 188,546 mortgages.
Start with the Yellowstone County Clerk and Recorder page for office information and services. To search recorded documents online, use the Yellowstone County official records search, where you can look up deeds, mortgages, and other instruments by name, document type, or date. For parcel boundaries and ownership, the Montana Cadastral mapping application shows parcels on a map.
The office is at 316 North 26th Street, Billings, MT 59101, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 406-256-2785.
Before searching, have the owner's name, property address, or parcel number ready. Search by the most specific detail, review the results, and open the document that matches the property. If a record does not appear online, call the office for help.
Yellowstone Registrar of Deeds
The Yellowstone County Probate Office is located at 316 North 26th Street, Billings, MT, 59101 and can be reached at 406-256-2785. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through crdocs.yellowstonecountymt.gov or the official website yellowstonecountymt.gov.
Yellowstone County Clerk and Recorder
Yellowstone County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Yellowstone County property records by address?
Use the Montana Cadastral mapping application to search by address and view the matching parcel among Yellowstone County's 83,612 parcels. For recorded documents tied to the property, use the county's official records search or call 406-256-2785.
How can I find property owners in Yellowstone County?
Select a parcel in the Montana Cadastral mapping application to see ownership information. To confirm ownership through the recorded deed, search the official records search by the owner's name, or ask the Clerk and Recorder in Billings for assistance.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Yellowstone County?
Yellowstone County's assessor records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on March 24, 2025. The Montana Department of Revenue handles appraisals statewide, and its property page explains where to find valuation details for a parcel.
Where can I find Yellowstone County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax records in the county cover 95.49% of the population for the 2024 tax year. For a bill copy or payment history, call the county offices in Billings at 406-256-2785 and ask for the Treasurer. The Montana Department of Revenue also explains how property taxes are determined.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Yellowstone County?
Search deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents through the county's official records search, which covers records recorded since 1995 for deeds. You can also visit the Clerk and Recorder at 316 North 26th Street, Billings, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Yellowstone County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Montana Cadastral mapping application shows parcel boundaries, ownership, and property information across Yellowstone County's 83,612 parcels. It is a reference tool rather than a legal survey, so use a licensed surveyor if you need exact boundary lines.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Yellowstone County?
Call the Yellowstone County offices in Billings at 406-256-2785 and ask which office handles permits and zoning for your property's location. Properties inside the city of Billings or another municipality may follow that city's rules, so have the street address or parcel number ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Yellowstone County?
Owner lookups in the Montana Cadastral mapping application and the county's official records search work one property at a time. For a list across many parcels, contact the Clerk and Recorder at 406-256-2785 and ask what records can be provided.