Cocke County, TN Property Records
Property records in Cocke, Tennessee document important details about real estate within Cocke County, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property classifications, acreage, building information, tax maps, and recent sales data. Related recorded documents may also include deeds, liens, plats, and other instruments that establish or affect property ownership.
These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing valuation, checking property boundaries, or researching local real estate history. They also support tax assessment, title review, estate planning, and due diligence before a property transaction.
Users can access official Cocke property assessment information through the Tennessee Comptroller’s online official property records search. For recorded land documents such as deeds and plats, users may contact the Cocke County Register of Deeds or visit the county’s official offices for guidance on available records, fees, and search procedures.
Cocke County, TN Property Records & Statistics
Cocke County's housing market is priced below the state and national levels, with rents close to the Tennessee figure. The median rent is $784, slightly above the state median of $763 but under the national $840.25. The median home value of $133,500 is below Tennessee's $161,600 and the national $173,750.
The county's median property tax rate is 0.54%, a little higher than the state's 0.52% and well below the national 0.74%. On lower home values, that still translates into a modest tax cost for most owners.
Household income is an area of difficulty. The median household income is $47,168, compared with $55,242 in Tennessee and $65,108 across the country, so rents near the state median take a larger share of local earnings. The unemployment rate is 2.98%, slightly above the state's 2.75% and the national 2.87%.
Renters account for 22.55% of occupied housing, just above the state's 21.85% and the national 21.81%.
These numbers describe a county with affordable home prices, taxes near state norms, and incomes that trail the state and nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Cocke
Cocke County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 26,605 total parcels, including 23,542 residential and 730 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.66% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 61,576 deeds and 15,025 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 9,804 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 26,605 |
| Residential Parcels | 23,542 |
| Commercial Parcels | 730 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.66% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 61,576 |
| Mortgage Records | 15,025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 9,804 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,652 |
Assignment and Release Records
Two kinds of documents track a mortgage after it is first recorded. An assignment moves the loan from one lender or servicer to another, and a release shows that the debt was repaid and the lien lifted from the property.
Cocke County has 24,387 assignment and release records. They include 2,763 assignment documents, 21,595 release documents, and 29 other documents, recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 3, 2025.
Researchers can use these records to find out who holds a loan now, follow it through transfers, and confirm that earlier mortgages were cleared. That is helpful before a purchase or refinance, when an unreleased lien could affect the title.
How to Search Cocke County, TN Property Records
Cocke County's recorded property documents are managed by the Register of Deeds in Newport, and assessment information for the county's 26,605 parcels is searchable through the state. Using both, you can look up owners, values, deeds, mortgages, and other filings.
The Cocke County Register of Deeds page has office information and recording details. The office is at 111 Court Avenue, Newport, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Call 423-623-7540 with questions. To search recorded instruments online, use the county's official records search.
For appraisal and assessment details, the Tennessee Property Assessment Data (TPAD) search lets you look up parcels by address, owner, or parcel number.
Begin with the most specific detail you have, review the results, and open the one that matches. If something is missing online, the Register of Deeds can help.
Cocke Registrar of Deeds
The Cocke County Probate Office is located at 111 Court Avenue, Newport, TN, 37821 and can be reached at 423-623-7540. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Records can be accessed through titlesearcher.com or the official website cockecountytn.gov.
Cocke County Register of Deeds
Cocke County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Cocke County property records by address?
Use the Tennessee Property Assessment Data (TPAD) search, select Cocke County, and enter the street address. The parcel and assessment details will display. If it is not found, shorten the address or try the owner's name, or call the Register of Deeds at 423-623-7540.
How can I find property owners in Cocke County?
Owners are listed with each parcel in the TPAD search. To view the recorded deed that transferred a property, use the Register of Deeds' official records search. The county's deed records begin January 1, 1989.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Cocke County?
Search the parcel in the TPAD search for appraised and assessed values. Cocke County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. If you want to question a value, contact the county's assessor of property about the appeal process.
Where can I find Cocke County property tax bills and payment records?
The county Trustee collects property taxes in Tennessee, so contact the Cocke County Trustee for bills and payment options. The Cocke County website lists county offices and contact information. Have your parcel number or property address ready when you call.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Cocke County?
The Cocke County Register of Deeds keeps deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. Search the official records search online or visit 111 Court Avenue, Newport. Weekday hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with Saturday hours of 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Where can I access Cocke County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel details for the county's 26,605 parcels are available in the TPAD search. The Cocke County website can point to any additional county mapping resources. Remember that parcel maps are only a reference and not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Cocke County?
Permits and zoning are handled locally and may differ for property in Newport, Parrottsville, or the unincorporated county. Start at the Cocke County website to find the right office, and confirm a parcel's zoning before beginning any construction or changing its use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Cocke County?
Online tools are built around single-property searches. Look up parcels individually in the TPAD search, or call the Cocke County Register of Deeds at 423-623-7540 to ask what copies or bulk records are available.