Butler County, NE Property Records
Property records in Butler, Nebraska provide important details about land and real estate within Butler County, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, sales history, and recorded documents such as deeds or transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review valuation data, estimate taxes, or understand a property’s history.
Official Butler property records are maintained by county offices, primarily the Butler County Assessor for assessment and parcel information and the Register of Deeds for recorded real estate documents. Users can begin their search through the county’s official resources, including the Butler County Assessor’s property records, or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies, historical records, or assistance with specific property questions.
Butler County, NE Property Records & Statistics
Butler County has a median rent of $777, lower than the national median of $840.25 but above Nebraska's $734. Renter-occupied housing accounts for only 16.96% of occupied homes, well under the state's 21.72% and the national 21.81%, which means most households in the county own the home they live in.
The median home value is $154,450, higher than the state median of $130,200 but below the national figure of $173,750. Owners benefit from a median property tax rate of 1.15%, which is lower than Nebraska's 1.28% though still above the national rate of 0.74%.
Household income is a clear strength. The county's median household income of $77,760.50 is well above both the state figure of $64,083 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate is just 0.81%, compared with 1.38% in Nebraska and 2.87% nationally.
Taken together, the figures describe a county with above-average incomes, low unemployment, mid-range home values, and a mostly owner-occupied housing market, where property taxes are heavier than the national norm but lighter than elsewhere in Nebraska.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Butler
Butler County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 8,904 total parcels, with 4,211 residential and 321 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 89.66% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents total 12,135 deeds and 4,833 mortgages, with valuation data for 2,807 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 8,904 |
| Residential Parcels | 4,211 |
| Commercial Parcels | 321 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 89.66% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 12,135 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,833 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,807 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 30 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage moved from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien lifted from the property.
Butler County has 1,844 assignment and release records. They include 83 assignment documents recorded from April 19, 2021, to August 26, 2025, and 1,761 release documents recorded from May 27, 2020, to August 29, 2025.
For property research, these records let you see who held a loan, whether it changed hands, and whether it was satisfied. Buyers, title researchers, and owners use them to check that older mortgages were released before a sale or refinance. You can search recorded documents through the Nebraska Deeds Online search for Butler County.
How to Search Butler County, NE Property Records
Butler County keeps its property records through several channels, covering 8,904 parcels, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. Recorded documents are searchable online, and the county's courthouse offices in David City handle in-person requests.
To find deeds, mortgages, releases, and other recorded instruments, use the Nebraska Deeds Online search for Butler County. For office details and contact information, see the Butler County Clerk and Register of Deeds page, the county's official site for these services.
The Butler County Register of Deeds is at 451 N 5th St, David City, NE 68632, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The phone number is 402-367-7430 for questions about recorded documents.
To search, have a property address, owner name, or known document details on hand. Enter the most complete information you have, scan the results for the right date and document type, and open the matching record. If a document doesn't appear online, call or visit the office for help.
Butler Registrar of Deeds
The Butler County Probate Office is located at 451 N 5th St, David City, NE, 68632 and can be reached at 402-367-7430. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through nebraskadeedsonline.us or the official website butlercountyne.gov.
Butler County Register of Deeds
Butler County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Butler County property records by address?
Begin with the Butler County Clerk and Register of Deeds page for the county's records resources, and use Nebraska Deeds Online for recorded documents. If an address search doesn't produce a match, call the office at 402-367-7430 for help.
How can I find property owners in Butler County?
Owner names are listed on recorded deeds. Search Nebraska Deeds Online for Butler County using a name or document details, then open the most recent deed to see who holds the property. The Register of Deeds in David City can also assist on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Butler County?
Butler County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. For the assessed value of a specific parcel, call the Butler County Register of Deeds at 402-367-7430 to be pointed to the assessment office. The Nebraska Department of Revenue Property Assessment Division also provides statewide assessment resources.
Where can I find Butler County property tax bills and payment records?
In Nebraska, property taxes are collected by the county treasurer. For Butler County, call the courthouse in David City at 402-367-7430 and ask for the Treasurer's office. Staff can explain current bills, how to pay, and where to find past payment records for a parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Butler County?
Use Nebraska Deeds Online for Butler County to search deeds, mortgages, and releases. Online deed records run from January 3, 2006, to August 22, 2025. For certified copies, visit the Register of Deeds at 451 N 5th St, David City, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Butler County parcel maps and GIS information?
Butler County has 8,904 parcels. For parcel maps or GIS layers, call the Butler County Register of Deeds at 402-367-7430 to ask which county office maintains them, or stop by the courthouse at 451 N 5th St, David City, during weekday hours.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Butler County?
Permits and zoning are generally handled by county or city planning and zoning offices. Call the Butler County courthouse at 402-367-7430 to be directed to the correct office. If the property lies within a city or village, such as David City, contact that municipality about its own rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Butler County?
Online tools are built for one-property-at-a-time lookups. Use Nebraska Deeds Online to review owners from recorded deeds, and for bulk or larger requests, call the Butler County Register of Deeds at 402-367-7430 to ask what is available.