Box Butte County, NE Property Records
Property records in Box Butte, Nebraska document key details about land and real estate within the county, including ownership information, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax data, transfers, and related recorded documents. These records are useful for homebuyers, sellers, attorneys, lenders, surveyors, researchers, and property owners who need to verify ownership, review valuation history, confirm tax obligations, or research land-use and transaction details.
Users can access official Box Butte property records through county government offices, including the County Assessor for parcel and valuation information and the Register of Deeds for recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages. Online resources and office contact information are available through the county’s official website, including the Box Butte County Assessor’s page for official property records.
Box Butte County, NE Property Records & Statistics
Box Butte County has a median rent of $790.50, above the Nebraska median of $734 and below the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 25.34% of occupied homes, higher than the state rate of 21.72% and the national rate of 21.81%.
The median home value is $140,400, above the state median of $130,200 but below the national median of $173,750. Property taxes are a notable cost: the county's median rate of 1.56% is higher than both the Nebraska rate of 1.28% and the national rate of 0.74%. Owners here carry a heavier tax load than most of the state.
The median household income is $68,119.50, above the state figure of $64,083 and the national figure of $65,108. Unemployment, however, is 3.02%, higher than the state's 1.38% and slightly above the national rate of 2.87%.
Taken together, the data shows a county with solid incomes and moderate home values, but high property tax rates, a larger renter share than average, and unemployment above both state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Box Butte
Box Butte County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, and foreclosure filings. The county has 8,684 total parcels, with tax records covering 89.6% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 4,672 deeds and 4,140 mortgages, and foreclosure records follow a judicial process.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 8,684 |
| Residential Parcels | 4,868 |
| Commercial Parcels | 661 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 89.6% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 4,672 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,140 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 175 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 141 |
How to Search Box Butte County, NE Property Records
Box Butte County property records are kept by county offices. The Register of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, and related documents, and assessment data covers 8,684 parcels, including 4,868 residential and 661 commercial parcels. Recorded deeds and mortgages in the data run from January 3, 2007, to November 27, 2013, and foreclosure records begin June 4, 2006.
For office details, visit the Box Butte County Register of Deeds page. The Box Butte County records search is the official online index for recorded documents, and the Box Butte County eRecording network is available for submitting documents electronically.
To search, have the owner name, property address, or parcel number ready and open the record that matches. The office is at 515 Box Butte Avenue, Alliance, and can be reached at 308-762-6565, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Box Butte Registrar of Deeds
The Box Butte County Probate Office is located at 515 Box Butte Avenue, Alliance, NE, 69301 and can be reached at 308-762-6565. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through nebraskadeedsonline.us or the official website boxbuttecountyne.gov.
Box Butte County Register of Deeds
Box Butte County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Box Butte County property records by address?
Use the Box Butte County records search to find recorded documents, entering an owner name or document details. If you only have an address, call the Register of Deeds in Alliance at 308-762-6565 for help locating the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Box Butte County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds. Search the Box Butte County records search for the deed that transferred a property, or visit the Register of Deeds at 515 Box Butte Avenue, Alliance.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Box Butte County?
The county assessor sets assessed values, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated January 13, 2025. The Nebraska Property Assessment Division explains the process. Contact the Box Butte County Assessor in Alliance about a specific parcel.
Where can I find Box Butte County property tax bills and payment records?
The county treasurer collects property taxes. Look up tax information through the Nebraska county treasurers' tax portal, or contact the Box Butte County Treasurer at the courthouse in Alliance for a specific bill or payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Box Butte County?
Deeds, mortgages, and releases are filed with the Register of Deeds. Search them through the Box Butte County records search, or call 308-762-6565. Documents can also be submitted through the eRecording network.
Where can I access Box Butte County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county assessor's office maintains parcel maps for the county's 8,684 parcels. Contact the Box Butte County courthouse in Alliance to ask how to view current maps. Maps are for reference and are not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Box Butte County?
Permits and zoning are handled locally. Properties in Alliance or another city follow that city's rules, while rural land falls under county zoning. Contact the relevant city office or the county courthouse before building.
How can I create a list of property owners in Box Butte County?
Online tools support individual lookups. Start with the Box Butte County records search to identify owners through deeds. For a larger list, call the Register of Deeds at 308-762-6565 to ask what bulk records are available.