Benton County, TN Property Records
Property records in Benton, Tennessee document key details about real estate within the city and surrounding Polk County, including ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property classifications, sales history, and tax-related information. These records are useful for homebuyers, sellers, property owners, title professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, estimating taxes, or reviewing land history before a transaction.
Official Benton property records are maintained primarily through Polk County offices, including the Assessor of Property for assessment data and the Register of Deeds for recorded documents such as deeds, plats, and liens. Users can also access statewide assessment information through the Tennessee Comptroller’s online official property records search tool, selecting Polk County to look up Benton-area parcels. For certified copies or legal verification, contacting the appropriate Polk County office directly is recommended.
Benton County, TN Property Records & Statistics
Benton County is one of the more affordable housing markets in Tennessee. The median rent is $668, below the state median of $763 and the national $840.25. The median home value of $108,550 is also well under the state's $161,600 and the national $173,750, so entry costs for buyers are low.
Taxes run on the higher side of the state. The median property tax rate is 0.62%, above Tennessee's 0.52% though still below the national 0.74%. On a lower-priced home, that rate translates into a modest dollar amount, but it is a larger percentage than most Tennessee owners pay.
Household finances are tighter here. The median household income is $46,574.50, compared with $55,242 for the state and $65,108 nationally. The unemployment rate of 3.64% is higher than the state's 2.75% and the national 2.87%, which fits with the lower income level.
About 25.87% of occupied homes are renter-occupied, above the state's 21.85% and the national 21.81%. In all, Benton County pairs low housing costs with lower incomes, a somewhat higher tax rate, and a larger renter share than the state and nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Benton
Benton County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 16,596 total parcels, including 14,220 residential and 517 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 97.07% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 35,784 deeds and 9,026 mortgages, and valuation data exists for 5,371 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 16,596 |
| Residential Parcels | 14,220 |
| Commercial Parcels | 517 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 97.07% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 35,784 |
| Mortgage Records | 9,026 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 5,371 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 740 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records document the life of a mortgage after it is recorded. Assignments show a loan being transferred to a new lender or servicer, and releases show that it was satisfied and the lien cleared.
Benton County has 14,155 assignment and release records: 1,248 assignment documents, 12,895 release documents, and 12 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 12, 2005, to August 25, 2025, and releases from March 18, 2001, to September 4, 2025.
Anyone researching a property can use these records to check that past mortgages were released, see which lenders held a loan over time, and find liens that might still need to be cleared. They are especially helpful during a purchase, refinance, or title review.
How to Search Benton County, TN Property Records
In Benton County, deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments are kept by the Register of Deeds in Camden, while parcel and assessment data for the county's 16,596 parcels is available through the state. Both can show ownership, values, and a property's recorded history.
The Benton County Register of Deeds page is the county's official resource for recording and records information. For parcel owner names, appraisals, and assessed values, use the Tennessee Property Assessment Data portal and choose Benton County from the list.
You can also visit the Register of Deeds at 1 Courtroom Square, Camden, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, or call 731-584-6661 to ask about a specific document.
Begin with an address, owner name, or parcel number. Enter what you have, scan the results, and open the record that matches your property. If the record you need isn't online, call the office and ask staff to help locate it.
Benton Registrar of Deeds
The Benton County Probate Office is located at 1 Courtroom Square, Camden, TN, 38320 and can be reached at 731-584-6661. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website bentoncountytn.gov.
Benton County Register of Deeds
Benton County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Benton County property records by address?
Go to the Tennessee Property Assessment Data portal, pick Benton County, and enter the property address to see the parcel record. For recorded documents connected to the address, call the Benton County Register of Deeds at 731-584-6661 and staff can help you find them.
How can I find property owners in Benton County?
Search by address or parcel number in the Tennessee Property Assessment Data portal to see the owner listed on the assessment. To confirm the transfer of title, request the recorded deed from the Register of Deeds at 1 Courtroom Square in Camden, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Benton County?
Look up the parcel in the Tennessee Property Assessment Data portal to see its appraised and assessed values. Benton County's tax records currently reflect the 2024 assessment year. To ask about how a value was set, contact the Benton County Property Assessor's office.
Where can I find Benton County property tax bills and payment records?
Benton County property taxes are collected by the County Trustee in Camden. Call or visit that office to request a bill or confirm a payment. Having the parcel number ready speeds things up, and you can find it by searching the property in the Tennessee Property Assessment Data portal.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Benton County?
The Register of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents for the county. Visit the Register of Deeds page, go to 1 Courtroom Square in Camden, or call 731-584-6661. Deed records in the county begin January 3, 1989, and mortgage records January 4, 2005.
Where can I access Benton County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Tennessee Property Assessment Data portal provides parcel maps for the county's 16,596 parcels. These maps show a property's location and approximate shape but are not a legal survey. If you need exact boundaries, hire a licensed surveyor or ask the County Property Assessor.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Benton County?
Permits and zoning questions go to local government. For property in a town such as Camden, contact the town's office about building and zoning rules. For land outside town limits, ask the Benton County government offices about what permits are needed. Check before building, adding a structure, or changing a property's use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Benton County?
The online tools are built for single-property lookups. You can collect owners one parcel at a time through the Tennessee Property Assessment Data portal. For a bigger list, call the Register of Deeds at 731-584-6661 to ask what records the office can provide.