Hickman County, TN Property Records
Hickman, Tennessee, property records document real estate ownership and transactions for properties located in the community, which is served at the county level by Smith County offices. These records may include deeds, mortgages, plats, parcel information, assessed values, property tax details, ownership history, and legal descriptions. They are useful for confirming ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing sales history, preparing for real estate transactions, and supporting legal or tax-related matters.
Users seeking official Hickman property records can start with Smith County’s public offices, including the Register of Deeds for recorded land documents and the Assessor of Property for assessment and parcel information. The Tennessee Comptroller also provides an official statewide portal for searching assessment data, including Smith County parcels, through its property records search.
Hickman County, TN Property Records & Statistics
Hickman County has a median rent of $809, above the Tennessee median of $763 but below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $160,100, close to the state's $161,600 and under the national $173,750, so buying a home here costs about what it does elsewhere in Tennessee and less than in the typical U.S. county.
Property taxes are a bit heavier than the state norm. The county's median property tax rate of 0.64% is higher than Tennessee's 0.52%, though still below the national rate of 0.74%. Combined with home values near the state level, owners can expect a tax bill that runs somewhat above the state average for a similar home.
The median household income is $52,920.50, below the state's $55,242 and the national $65,108. Employment is a relative strength: the unemployment rate of 2.63% is lower than both the state rate of 2.75% and the national rate of 2.87%. Renter-occupied housing makes up 17.68% of homes, well under the state's 21.85% and the national 21.81%.
Overall, the numbers describe a largely owner-occupied county with moderate home values, rents that sit between state and national levels, modest incomes, and low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Hickman
Hickman County property records span assessment, recorded documents, valuation and foreclosure filings. The county has 18,434 total parcels, including 15,550 residential and 476 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 97.06% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Register of Deeds holds 46,945 deed records and 12,981 mortgage records.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 18,434 |
| Residential Parcels | 15,550 |
| Commercial Parcels | 476 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 97.06% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 46,945 |
| Mortgage Records | 12,981 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 8,168 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,522 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records document what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred from one lender or holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien cleared from the property.
Hickman County has 20,699 assignment and release records, made up of 2,978 assignment documents, 17,703 release documents and 18 other documents. Assignments are recorded from January 3, 2005, to September 2, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, to September 3, 2025.
These records help buyers, title researchers and owners trace a loan between lenders and confirm that earlier mortgages were satisfied before a sale or refinance. A mortgage with no matching release may still be open, so checking both is a useful step in property research.
How to Search Hickman County, TN Property Records
Hickman County property records are held by several offices, and the county's administrative offices page is the best place to start. It lists the Register of Deeds, which records deeds, mortgages and other documents, and the other offices that handle property assessment and tax matters. Together they cover the county's 18,434 parcels.
The Register of Deeds is at 114 N. Central Avenue, Centerville, and can be reached at 931-729-4882. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Recorded documents can be requested in person or by phone, and staff can point you to the right book and page.
For assessment details such as owner name, parcel number, appraised value and classification, use the statewide Tennessee Property Assessment Data search, operated by the Tennessee Comptroller.
To search, gather the property address, owner name or parcel number, enter the most complete detail you have, and open the matching record. For recorded deeds, bring the owner's name and an approximate date to the Register of Deeds.
Hickman Registrar of Deeds
The Hickman County Probate Office is located at 114 N. Central Avenue, Centerville, TN, 37033 and can be reached at 931-729-4882. Office hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website hickmancountytn.gov.
Hickman County Register of Deeds
Hickman County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Hickman County property records by address?
Use the Tennessee Property Assessment Data search, choose Hickman County and enter the street address to find the parcel, owner and appraisal details. If the address does not match, try a shorter version or search by owner name. The county's administrative offices page lists the offices that can help.
How can I find property owners in Hickman County?
Owner names appear in the assessment record for each parcel, which you can look up through the Tennessee Property Assessment Data search. To see who received title in a sale, ask the Hickman County Register of Deeds at 931-729-4882 for the recorded deed, which lists the grantor and grantee.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Hickman County?
Assessed and appraised values are part of the parcel record in the Tennessee Property Assessment Data search. The county's tax records currently reflect the 2024 assessment year. For questions about a value or classification, contact the county offices listed on the administrative offices page.
Where can I find Hickman County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by county offices listed on the Hickman County administrative offices page. Contact the appropriate office there to request a bill, confirm what is owed or ask about payment options. Have your parcel number or the owner's name ready so staff can find the account quickly.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Hickman County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents are kept by the Hickman County Register of Deeds, 114 N. Central Avenue, Centerville. Call 931-729-4882 or visit Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, or Saturday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. More information is on the administrative offices page.
Where can I access Hickman County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Tennessee Property Assessment Data search is the statewide tool for parcel records, and the Comptroller's assessment resources include map references for each parcel. For county-specific map questions, contact the offices on the administrative offices page.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Hickman County?
Permit and zoning questions are handled by county offices rather than the Register of Deeds. Start with the Hickman County administrative offices page to find the right department. For property inside the city of Centerville, the city may have its own building and zoning requirements.
How can I create a list of property owners in Hickman County?
The Tennessee Property Assessment Data search lets you look up owners parcel by parcel. Large or bulk owner lists are not offered through an online tool, so contact the county offices on the administrative offices page to ask what is available, or call the Register of Deeds at 931-729-4882 for recorded deed information.