Stephens County, OK Property Records
Property records in Stephens, Oklahoma document ownership and legal details for real estate within Stephens County. These records typically include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel information, assessed values, tax history, and property descriptions. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching a property’s sale or transfer history, preparing real estate transactions, checking tax obligations, and supporting legal or title-related work.
Users can access official Stephens property records through the appropriate Stephens County offices, including the County Clerk for recorded land documents and the County Assessor for parcel and valuation information. For current local office information and access options, visit the county’s official property records page.
Stephens County, OK Property Records & Statistics
Stephens County has a median rent of $842, higher than the Oklahoma figure of $755.50 and just above the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 21.68% of occupied homes, slightly above the state's 21.43% and just under the national 21.81%, so the rental share sits right in line with both benchmarks.
The median home value is $120,900, higher than the state median of $115,550 but well below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.58% is lower than the state rate of 0.61% and the national rate of 0.74%. Homes cost a little more than the typical Oklahoma home, while the tax burden stays below both comparisons.
Median household income is $57,173.50, above Oklahoma's $55,862.50 and under the national $65,108. That modest edge over the state average helps explain the higher rents and home values. The unemployment rate is 2.68%, slightly above the state rate of 2.58% and below the national rate of 2.87%, indicating a stable job market.
Overall, Stephens County offers a balanced housing market, with rents at the national level, home values and incomes a bit above the state average, and property taxes that are lower than both.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Stephens
Stephens County property records include assessor parcels, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 28,734 total parcels, with tax records covering 92.61% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 50,247 deed records and 27,647 mortgage records, and foreclosures follow a judicial process.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 28,734 |
| Residential Parcels | 21,425 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,243 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.61% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 50,247 |
| Mortgage Records | 27,647 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 15,103 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 420 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Stephens County has 46,768 assignment and release records, including 4,645 assignment documents recorded from April 4, 2004, to August 29, 2025, and 41,959 release documents recorded from April 5, 1999, to August 29, 2025. Another 164 other documents are also on file.
For property research, these records help confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off, trace a loan as it passed between lenders, and find liens that may still be open before a purchase or refinance. The date ranges let researchers focus on a specific period of a property's history.
How to Search Stephens County, OK Property Records
In Stephens County, the County Clerk is the main office for recorded property documents, which sit alongside the county's 28,734 assessor parcels with ownership, assessed value, and tax details.
To search recorded documents, use the Stephens County official records search. You can look up deeds, mortgages, and other instruments by name, document type, or date range. For in-person help, the County Clerk is at 101 S 11th St., Duncan, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The phone number is 580-255-0977.
Start with the owner name, property address, or parcel number. Enter the most complete details you have, narrow results by document type or recording date, and open the entry that matches the property. Deeds and mortgages are available from February 14, 2006.
For assessment values, tax bills, or older records, call the County Clerk, who can direct you to the right county office.
Stephens Registrar of Deeds
The Stephens County Probate Office is located at 101 S 11th St., Duncan, OK, 73533 and can be reached at 580-255-0977. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through okcountyrecords.com.
Stephens County Clerk
Stephens County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Stephens County property records by address?
Parcel records are kept by the county assessor, and recorded documents can be searched through the Stephens County official records search. To match an address to a parcel, call the Stephens County Clerk at 580-255-0977 or visit 101 S 11th St., Duncan, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I find property owners in Stephens County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds. Search the Stephens County official records search by name or document type to find the transfer into the current owner. The County Clerk at 580-255-0977 can help if a search does not return the record you expect.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Stephens County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor. Stephens County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year and were last updated by the assessor on April 7, 2025. To confirm the value of a specific parcel, call the County Clerk at 580-255-0977 for the assessor's contact details.
Where can I find Stephens County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the county treasurer. Call the Stephens County Clerk at 580-255-0977 to get the right contact, or stop by 101 S 11th St., Duncan. Have your parcel number or owner name ready so staff can find your account.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Stephens County?
Search deeds, mortgages, releases, and other recorded documents in the Stephens County official records search. The county has 50,247 deed records dating from February 14, 2006. For older documents or copies, visit the County Clerk at 101 S 11th St., Duncan.
Where can I access Stephens County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are maintained by the county assessor's office. To ask about parcel boundaries or map copies, call the Stephens County Clerk at 580-255-0977. Maps are a reference tool, not a legal survey, so consult a licensed surveyor for exact boundary questions.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Stephens County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on location. Properties inside Duncan or another city follow that city's rules, while rural properties are handled at the county level. Call the Stephens County Clerk at 580-255-0977 to be directed to the correct office before you build.
How can I create a list of property owners in Stephens County?
The county's tools are built for individual lookups. You can compile owners by searching recorded deeds in the official records search by date or document type. For a larger list or bulk records, call the Stephens County Clerk at 580-255-0977 to ask what is available.