Jefferson County, TN Property Records
Property records in Jefferson, Tennessee document ownership and legal interests in real estate throughout the area. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel boundaries, ownership history, assessed values, and property tax information. They are useful for buyers, sellers, real estate professionals, attorneys, researchers, and residents who need to verify ownership, review land descriptions, confirm assessed values, or understand a property’s transaction history.
Official Jefferson property records are maintained by Jefferson County government offices, including the Register of Deeds for recorded land documents and the Property Assessor for parcel and valuation information. Users can begin their search through the county’s official property records resources or contact the appropriate county office for certified copies and additional assistance.
Jefferson County, TN Property Records & Statistics
Jefferson County has a median rent of $803, above the Tennessee median of $763 and slightly below the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $178,700, higher than the state's $161,600 and the national $173,750, so buying here costs more than in the typical Tennessee or U.S. county.
Property taxes are close to the state norm. The county's median property tax rate is 0.51%, just under Tennessee's 0.52% and well below the national 0.74%. Because home values are high, the dollar amount of a typical bill is larger than the low rate might suggest.
The median household income is $61,897, comfortably above the state's $55,242 and approaching the national $65,108. Unemployment is low at 2.48%, better than the state's 2.75% and the national 2.87%. Renter-occupied housing makes up 21.27% of homes, a little under the state's 21.85% and the national 21.81%.
The figures describe a relatively prosperous county with above-average home values and incomes, a modest tax rate, low unemployment and a housing market dominated by owner-occupied homes.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Jefferson
Jefferson County property records span assessment data, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 36,357 total parcels, including 33,272 residential and 1,011 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 71.98% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 73,596 deeds and 17,053 mortgages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 36,357 |
| Residential Parcels | 33,272 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,011 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 71.98% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 73,596 |
| Mortgage Records | 17,053 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 17,505 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 3,028 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records document the life of a mortgage after recording. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Jefferson County has 49,672 assignment and release records, including 5,516 assignment documents, 44,121 release documents and 35 other documents. Both assignments and releases are recorded from January 3, 2005, to September 3, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners and title researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off, see how a loan moved between lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Jefferson County, TN Property Records
Jefferson County property records are kept by the Register of Deeds, which records deeds, mortgages and other documents, and by the county's assessment office, which maintains parcel and value data for the county's 36,357 parcels.
The Jefferson County Register of Deeds page describes the office's services. The office is at 202 West Main Street, Dandridge, and can be reached at 865-397-2918. It is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. To search recorded instruments online, use the Jefferson County official records search.
For owner, parcel and appraisal information, use the Tennessee Property Assessment Data search, maintained by the Tennessee Comptroller, and select Jefferson County.
Begin with a property address, owner name or parcel number. Enter the most complete detail you have, review the matching results, and open the record you need. For documents that do not appear online, contact the Register of Deeds directly.
Jefferson Registrar of Deeds
The Jefferson County Probate Office is located at 202 West Main Street, Dandridge, TN, 37725 and can be reached at 865-397-2918. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through titlesearcher.com or the official website jeffersoncountytn.gov.
Jefferson County Register of Deeds
Jefferson County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Jefferson County property records by address?
Use the Tennessee Property Assessment Data search, select Jefferson County and enter the street address to see the parcel, owner and appraisal details. If nothing matches, shorten the address or search by owner name or parcel number.
How can I find property owners in Jefferson County?
Each parcel's owner is shown in the Tennessee Property Assessment Data search. To find the deed that conveyed the property, search the official records search or call the Register of Deeds in Dandridge at 865-397-2918.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Jefferson County?
The Tennessee Property Assessment Data search lists appraised and assessed values for each parcel, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. For questions about a value or classification, contact the Jefferson County assessment office.
Where can I find Jefferson County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes are collected by the county Trustee in Dandridge. Contact that office with the owner's name or parcel number to request a bill or confirm payments. County government resources are linked from the Jefferson County Register of Deeds page.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Jefferson County?
Search recorded documents with the Jefferson County official records search, or visit the Register of Deeds at 202 West Main Street, Dandridge, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Register of Deeds page has more information.
Where can I access Jefferson County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel records and map references are available through the Tennessee Property Assessment Data search, covering Jefferson County's 36,357 parcels. For printed tax maps, contact the county assessment office.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Jefferson County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county planning and building offices or by the municipality for properties inside city limits. Start at jeffersoncountytn.gov to find the appropriate department, and contact it before starting construction.
How can I create a list of property owners in Jefferson County?
The Tennessee Property Assessment Data search is designed for individual parcel lookups. To request a larger list of owners, contact the county assessment office or the Register of Deeds at 865-397-2918 to ask what is available.