Colfax County, NM Property Records
Property records in Colfax, New Mexico provide essential information about real estate ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property taxes, transfers, deeds, and related legal documents. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and anyone needing to verify ownership, review valuation history, or understand property-related obligations.
Official Colfax property records are typically maintained by county offices such as the Assessor, Treasurer, and Clerk, depending on the type of information needed. Assessment and parcel details can be accessed through the Colfax County Assessor’s office, while deeds and recorded documents are generally handled by the County Clerk. Users can begin their search through the county’s official website for Colfax property records, where they can find office information, available tools, and guidance for requesting records.
Colfax County, NM Property Records & Statistics
Colfax County has a median rent of $647, below the New Mexico median of $729.50 and well under the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 26.34% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 22.67% and the national share of 21.81%.
The median home value is $150,000, a bit above the state median of $142,200 but below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.62% is higher than the state rate of 0.5% and lower than the national rate of 0.74%. For buyers, that means prices near the state level and a tax rate between the state and national figures.
Median household income is $40,833, below the state figure of $48,102 and far below the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.22% is lower than the state rate of 3.48% and the national rate of 2.87%, so jobs are relatively available even though incomes are modest.
Overall, the figures show a county with affordable rents, moderate home values, a fairly large rental share, lower incomes, and low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Colfax
Colfax County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 17,736 total parcels, with tax records covering 93.45% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 31,115 deeds and 8,985 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 7,515 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 17,736 |
| Residential Parcels | 9,605 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,427 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.45% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 31,115 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,985 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 7,515 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 68 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happened to a mortgage after it was recorded. An assignment records the transfer of a loan to a new lender or holder, and a release records that the loan was paid and the lien removed.
Colfax County has 14,719 assignment and release records. They include 1,629 assignment documents recorded from February 25, 2003, through August 25, 2025, and 13,067 release documents recorded from January 4, 2005, through August 27, 2025, plus 23 other documents. Search them through the Colfax County official records search.
For property research, these documents help you identify who holds a mortgage, trace how it moved between lenders, and confirm that earlier loans were cleared before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Colfax County, NM Property Records
In Colfax County, the Assessor values property, the Treasurer collects taxes, and the County Clerk in Raton records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents. The records span the county's 17,736 parcels and include ownership, assessed values, tax details, and recorded transactions.
To find recorded documents, use the Colfax County official records search, which lets you look up deeds, mortgages, and releases. The Colfax County Clerk's office page has recording information and contact details.
Start with the property address, owner name, or parcel number. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches. For assessment and tax questions, contact the Assessor and Treasurer.
The Clerk's office is at 230 North 3rd Street, Raton, and is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Call 575-445-5551 if you need help finding a record.
Colfax Registrar of Deeds
The Colfax County Probate Office is located at 230 North 3rd Street, Raton, NM, 87740 and can be reached at 575-445-5551. Office hours are Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Records can be accessed through countyfusion4.kofiletech.us or the official website co.colfax.nm.us.
Colfax County Clerk
Colfax County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Colfax County property records by address?
Contact the Colfax County Assessor with the property address to find the parcel and its assessment details. For recorded documents, use the official records search. If an address does not match, try the owner name or parcel number instead.
How can I find property owners in Colfax County?
Owner names appear in the Assessor's parcel records. To confirm who holds title, search the recorded deed in the Colfax County official records search. Deed records run from January 3, 2006, to August 13, 2025.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Colfax County?
The County Assessor determines the assessed value of each parcel. Colfax County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the last assessor update on February 5, 2025. Contact the Assessor's office for a specific property's value or for the steps to question a valuation.
Where can I find Colfax County property tax bills and payment records?
The County Treasurer issues and collects property tax bills. Contact the Treasurer's office in Raton with the owner name or parcel number to get a bill, confirm a balance, or request payment history. The county's tax records on file are for the 2024 tax year.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Colfax County?
The Colfax County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and other documents. Search them through the official records search or see the County Clerk's page. The office is at 230 North 3rd Street, Raton, and can be reached at 575-445-5551.
Where can I access Colfax County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps covering Colfax County's 17,736 parcels are maintained through the County Assessor. Call the Assessor's office to request a parcel map or find out where mapping layers can be viewed. Maps are for reference only and do not replace a licensed survey of property lines.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Colfax County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on the property's location. For land outside city limits, contact the Colfax County offices in Raton. For property inside a city or village, ask that municipality's building or planning office. Bring the parcel number or address when you call.
How can I create a list of property owners in Colfax County?
Online records are best for one-property lookups. For a list of owners, contact the County Assessor and ask what parcel or owner data can be provided, in what format, and at what cost. For recorded document searches, you can also call the County Clerk at 575-445-5551.