Henry County, TN Property Records
Property records in Henry, Tennessee document ownership, transfers, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax history, liens, and recorded instruments such as deeds, mortgages, and plats. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, attorneys, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review property history, estimate taxes, or confirm legal details before a transaction.
Official property records for Henry are maintained at the county level. Users can access recorded land documents through the Henry County Register of Deeds and review assessment-related information through the Henry County Assessor of Property. For authoritative records and office details, visit the county’s page for official property records.
Henry County, TN Property Records & Statistics
Henry County's median rent is $706, below the Tennessee median of $763 and well under the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $146,300, lower than the state's $161,600 and the national $173,750, so housing costs here are modest compared with most of the country.
Property taxes are low as well. The median property tax rate is 0.46%, under the state rate of 0.52% and far below the national rate of 0.74%. Combined with moderate values, this keeps yearly tax bills light for homeowners.
The median household income is $52,188, a little below the state figure of $55,242 and well under the national $65,108. The labor market is a relative strength, with an unemployment rate of 2.59% compared with 2.75% in Tennessee and 2.87% nationally.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 17.43% of occupied homes, below the state share of 21.85% and the national share of 21.81%, so most households own. Overall, Henry County pairs below-average rents and home values with low taxes and low unemployment, while incomes sit modestly below the state level.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Henry
Henry County's property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 26,205 total parcels, including 21,840 residential and 1,083 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 92.61% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 69,741 deeds and 14,868 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 10,328 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 26,205 |
| Residential Parcels | 21,840 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,083 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.61% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 69,741 |
| Mortgage Records | 14,868 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 10,328 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,565 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a loan from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Henry County has 27,924 assignment and release records, including 2,424 assignment documents, 25,454 release documents and 46 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 7, 2005, through August 26, 2025, and releases from December 26, 2001, through September 4, 2025.
For property research, these records help confirm that earlier mortgages were released, show how a loan moved between lenders, and reveal liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The earlier start date for releases also helps when checking older loans. The Henry County Register of Deeds in Paris maintains the documents.
How to Search Henry County, TN Property Records
Henry County's deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents are kept by the Register of Deeds in Paris, and parcel assessment data is available through the state. Between them they cover the county's 26,205 parcels, including owners, assessed values and recorded transactions.
The Henry County Register of Deeds page provides office information and services. For recorded documents, use the official records search. For ownership and assessed value by parcel, use the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment data lookup.
The Register of Deeds is at 213 W. Washington Street, Paris, TN 38242, phone 731-642-4081, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Start with an address, owner name or parcel number, enter it in the tool and open the matching entry. Assessment records show owners and values, while recorded entries show deeds and mortgages. If a document is not available online, call the office for assistance.
Henry Registrar of Deeds
The Henry County Probate Office is located at 213 W. Washington Street, Paris, TN, 38242 and can be reached at 731-642-4081. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through ustitlesearch.net or the official website henrycountytn.org.
Henry County Register of Deeds
Henry County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Henry County property records by address?
Enter the street address in the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment data lookup to find the parcel. Recorded documents for the property are available in the official records search. If no match appears, shorten the address or call the Register of Deeds at 731-642-4081.
How can I find property owners in Henry County?
Owner names appear in the assessment records in the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment data lookup. To confirm title, check the recorded deed in the official records search, or ask the Register of Deeds in Paris for help.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Henry County?
Search the parcel in the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment data lookup. Henry County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with assessor data last updated on February 19, 2025. For questions about an assessment, contact the county assessor of property.
Where can I find Henry County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are handled by the county trustee. Contact the county offices in Paris to ask about a bill or payment history, or call the Register of Deeds at 731-642-4081 to be pointed to the correct office. The latest tax year in the county's records is 2024.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Henry County?
The Henry County Register of Deeds keeps deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents. Search them through the official records search or visit 213 W. Washington Street, Paris, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Henry County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Tennessee Comptroller assessment map shows parcel boundaries for Henry County's 26,205 parcels. It is a reference only and not a legal survey, so consult a licensed surveyor for exact lines.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Henry County?
Permits and zoning are handled locally. Contact the county offices in Paris to ask what your project requires, or call the Register of Deeds at 731-642-4081 for direction. Properties inside Paris or another town may be subject to that municipality's rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Henry County?
The online tools work one parcel at a time. Look up each property in the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment data lookup and match transfers in the official records search. For bulk requests, call the Register of Deeds at 731-642-4081.