Valley County, NE Property Records
Valley, Nebraska, property records provide official information about real estate within the city, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax details, sales history, and recorded documents such as deeds or liens. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review tax assessments, evaluate property history, or complete real estate transactions.
Because Valley is located in Douglas County, official property information is maintained through county offices such as the Douglas County Assessor/Register of Deeds. Users can access official property records online through the Douglas County Assessor’s website or contact the appropriate county office for recorded documents and additional assistance.
Valley County, NE Property Records & Statistics
Median rent in Valley County is $550, far below the Nebraska median of $734 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 20.89% of occupied homes, a little under the state figure of 21.72% and the national figure of 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value is $132,100, slightly above Nebraska's $130,200 but below the national $173,750. Property taxes are a notable cost: the county's median rate of 1.66% is above the state rate of 1.28% and more than double the national rate of 0.74%.
The median household income is $62,000, a bit under the state's $64,083 and the national $65,108. Unemployment is just 0.36%, far below Nebraska's 1.38% and the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures show a county with very low rents, near-average home values, high property tax rates, incomes close to the state level and almost no unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Valley
Valley County property records include tax assessments, valuation data and foreclosure filings. The county has 4,797 total parcels, including 2,214 residential and 286 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 87.39% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Foreclosures follow a judicial process, with records beginning June 8, 2017.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 4,797 |
| Residential Parcels | 2,214 |
| Commercial Parcels | 286 |
| Other Parcels | 2,297 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.39% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | April 2, 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 11 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 8 |
How to Search Valley County, NE Property Records
Valley County property records are held by the county assessor, treasurer and Register of Deeds, and cover 4,797 parcels for the 2024 assessment year. They include parcel classifications, ownership, assessed values, tax details and recorded documents.
The Nebraska Department of Revenue Property Assessment Division is the state resource for understanding how property is valued and assessed in Nebraska, including notices and the protest process that apply in Valley County. For parcel-specific information, contact the assessor at the courthouse in Ord.
To search, gather the owner's name, property address or parcel number. Parcel numbers give the most precise match, while owner names may return several results when a family holds more than one property. For rural land, the legal description and acreage are useful for confirming you have the right parcel.
For recorded deeds, mortgages and releases, ask the Register of Deeds how to search by owner name and date. Staff can also explain how copies are requested and whether a fee applies.
Valley County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Valley County property records by address?
Parcel records are held by the Valley County assessor and can be searched by address, owner name or parcel number. If an address does not match, try the street name alone or search by owner. Staff at the courthouse in Ord can help locate a parcel among the county's 4,797 records.
How can I find property owners in Valley County?
Owners appear in assessor records, and the deed that transferred title is kept by the Register of Deeds. Start with the parcel number, address or legal description, then ask the Register of Deeds for the recorded deed. Searching by name alone can return several parcels, so add a location detail.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Valley County?
The county assessor sets assessed values, and the latest assessment year in the records is 2024, with an assessor update on April 2, 2025. For how Nebraska values property and handles protests, visit the Nebraska Department of Revenue Property Assessment Division.
Where can I find Valley County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes are billed and collected by the Valley County Treasurer at the courthouse in Ord. Contact the office with a parcel number or owner name to request a statement or confirm payments. The county's median property tax rate is 1.66%, above the Nebraska figure of 1.28%.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Valley County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded instruments are kept by the Valley County Register of Deeds. Contact the office at the courthouse in Ord with an owner name, legal description or approximate recording date. Staff can explain how to search the records and request copies.
Where can I access Valley County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are maintained by the county assessor, who can say whether maps are available online or in the office. Have the section, township and range ready for rural parcels. Maps are a reference tool and do not replace a licensed survey of property boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Valley County?
County officials handle permits and zoning for land outside city limits, while properties inside Ord or other villages follow local rules. Call the courthouse to learn which office covers your parcel, and ask what approvals are needed before building, adding structures or changing how the land is used.
How can I create a list of property owners in Valley County?
Owner information is organized parcel by parcel, so a list generally needs a request to the county. Contact the assessor or Register of Deeds, describe the area or property type you need, and ask about formats, fees and timing. Staff can explain what the county can provide.