Fillmore County, NE Property Records
Property records in Fillmore, Nebraska document key details about real estate, including ownership, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property taxes, transfers, deeds, mortgages, and related filings. These records are useful for homebuyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, attorneys, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review tax history, confirm legal descriptions, or understand a property’s assessed value and transaction background.
Official Fillmore property records are maintained by Fillmore County offices, including the County Assessor for assessment and parcel information and the Register of Deeds for recorded land documents. Users can begin their search through the county’s official property records and assessor information, or contact the appropriate county office for copies, filing requirements, fees, and record availability.
Fillmore County, NE Property Records & Statistics
Fillmore County has a median rent of $633, well below the Nebraska median of $734 and the national median of $840.25. Only 17.41% of occupied homes are renter-occupied, compared with 21.72% statewide and 21.81% nationally, so most households own their homes.
Home values are among the lower figures in the comparison. The median home value is $101,800, far below the state median of $130,200 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.33% is slightly higher than Nebraska's 1.28% and nearly double the national rate of 0.74%, which means taxes weigh on owners even when purchase prices are low.
The median household income of $67,344 is above both the state median of $64,083 and the national median of $65,108. With low rents and low home prices, that income leaves residents with a comfortable cushion relative to local housing costs. The unemployment rate is just 0.68%, half the state rate of 1.38% and far below the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, Fillmore County offers affordable rents and homes, a high rate of homeownership, above-average incomes, very low unemployment, and property taxes that run a little above the state average.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Fillmore
Fillmore County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 6,926 total parcels, including 2,974 residential and 416 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 92.45% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 1,101 deeds and 389 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 2,138 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 6,926 |
| Residential Parcels | 2,974 |
| Commercial Parcels | 416 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.45% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 1,101 |
| Mortgage Records | 389 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,138 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Default Records | 24 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it has been recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was passed from one lender or loan holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Fillmore County has 1,280 assignment and release records, made up of 28 assignment documents and 1,252 release documents. Assignments were recorded from February 2, 2022, to July 29, 2025, and releases from January 16, 2008, to August 28, 2025.
Researchers can use these records to see who holds a mortgage and to confirm that earlier loans were paid off before a sale or refinance. Look them up through the Fillmore County records search on Nebraska Deeds Online, or find more about the office on the Fillmore County Register of Deeds page.
How to Search Fillmore County, NE Property Records
Fillmore County property records come from the assessor's parcel and tax data, deeds and mortgages recorded by the Register of Deeds, valuation information, and foreclosure notices. They cover the county's 6,926 parcels and show ownership, assessed values, transfers, and recorded loans.
The Fillmore County Register of Deeds is the official office for recorded deeds and mortgages, and its page describes recording and records requests. To search recorded documents yourself, use the Nebraska Deeds Online search for Fillmore County. For statewide help understanding assessments and valuation reports, see the Nebraska Department of Revenue Property Assessment Division.
The office is at 900 G Street, Geneva, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Phone 402-759-4931 with questions.
Before searching, collect the property address, owner name, or legal description. Select Fillmore County, search with the most detail you have, and review results by document type and recording date. For older records not available online, ask the office.
Fillmore Registrar of Deeds
The Fillmore County Probate Office is located at 900 G Street, Geneva, NE, 68361 and can be reached at 402-759-4931. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through nebraskadeedsonline.us or the official website fillmorecountyne.gov.
Fillmore County Register of Deeds
Fillmore County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Fillmore County property records by address?
Assessment records are maintained by the Fillmore County Assessor, so begin with the property address there. For recorded documents tied to the property, use the Fillmore County records search on Nebraska Deeds Online. If the address fails, shorten it or call the Register of Deeds at 402-759-4931.
How can I find property owners in Fillmore County?
Owner names appear in assessor records and on recorded deeds. Search by grantor or grantee in Nebraska Deeds Online to follow a property's ownership. The Register of Deeds at 900 G Street, Geneva, can also help in person Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Fillmore County?
Assessed values come from the Fillmore County Assessor. The county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on March 3, 2025. For background on how Nebraska assessments work, see the Nebraska Department of Revenue Property Assessment Division, and contact the assessor about a specific parcel.
Where can I find Fillmore County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes are billed and collected by the Fillmore County Treasurer, not by the Register of Deeds. The county's tax records reflect tax year 2024. Contact the Treasurer's office in Geneva with a parcel number or address for a current statement. The Register of Deeds at 402-759-4931 can direct you if needed.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Fillmore County?
The Fillmore County Register of Deeds keeps deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Search them online through Nebraska Deeds Online or visit 900 G Street, Geneva. The county's deed data covers documents recorded from January 2, 2024, to August 22, 2025.
Where can I access Fillmore County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are typically provided by the assessor or a county mapping service. With 6,926 parcels in Fillmore County, a map helps you see boundaries and neighbors. Check the Fillmore County website for assessor and map links, or call 402-759-4931 to be directed to the right office. Maps are for reference, not legal surveys.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Fillmore County?
Permits and zoning are handled locally. Properties inside a city or village, such as Geneva, follow that municipality's requirements, while rural land follows county rules. Visit the Fillmore County website for the zoning office, or call 402-759-4931 and ask who issues permits for your property.
How can I create a list of property owners in Fillmore County?
The county's tools are designed for one property at a time. To compile a list, search recorded transfers in Nebraska Deeds Online and ask the Fillmore County Assessor about parcel ownership data. For larger requests, call the Register of Deeds at 402-759-4931 to learn what is available.