Lewis County, TN Property Records
Property records in Lewis, Tennessee, document important details about real estate ownership, transfers, and valuation within Lewis County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, plats, liens, parcel descriptions, ownership history, assessed values, and related tax information. They are useful for buyers researching a property, owners verifying legal descriptions, professionals preparing transactions, and residents reviewing assessment or tax details.
Official Lewis property records are maintained primarily by the Lewis County Register of Deeds for recorded land documents and the Lewis County Assessor of Property for parcel and valuation information. Users can access official resources through the county government’s website, including the Lewis County Register of Deeds page, or by contacting the appropriate county office for in-person records, document copies, and filing requirements.
Lewis County, TN Property Records & Statistics
Lewis County has a median rent of $822, which is above the Tennessee median of $763 but slightly below the national figure of $840.25. Renters make up 20.74% of occupied housing in the county, a little under the state share of 21.85% and the national share of 21.81%, so the housing market leans toward owner-occupied homes.
The median home value in Lewis County is $130,900, well below the Tennessee median of $161,600 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.54% is just above the state rate of 0.52% but far lower than the national rate of 0.74%. Buyers therefore find lower purchase prices than in most of the state, with a tax rate close to the state norm.
Household incomes are modest. The median household income is $43,730, compared with $55,242 statewide and $65,108 nationally, which helps explain why rents sit closer to state and national levels than home values do. The unemployment rate of 3.04% is higher than the state rate of 2.75% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe an affordable county for buyers, with lower incomes and slightly weaker employment than the state and the nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lewis
Lewis County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 8,608 total parcels, including 7,130 residential and 312 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 72.92% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 25,263 deeds and 7,697 mortgages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 8,608 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,130 |
| Commercial Parcels | 312 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 72.92% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 25,263 |
| Mortgage Records | 7,697 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,467 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 591 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or loan holder to another, and a release documents that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Lewis County has 11,496 assignment and release records, made up of 1,118 assignment documents, 10,369 release documents, and 9 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 4, 2005, through September 2, 2025, and releases from April 18, 2001, through September 2, 2025.
For property research, these records help trace how a loan moved between lenders and confirm whether earlier mortgages were cleared. That is useful before a purchase, refinance, or title review, when you want to know if a lien may still be open against a Lewis County property.
How to Search Lewis County, TN Property Records
Lewis County property records are held by more than one office. The Register of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, and related documents, while property assessment information covers the county's 8,608 parcels, including owner details, classification, and assessed values. Foreclosure notices and valuation data are part of the wider record set.
For recorded documents, start with the Lewis County Register of Deeds page, which explains the office's services. Records can be searched through the official records search linked for the office, where you can look up deeds and mortgages by name or other details. For assessment data, the State of Tennessee's Tennessee property assessment data (TPAD) lets you look up parcels and appraised values by owner, address, or parcel number.
To search, gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number, enter the most complete details you have, and open the result that matches. Compare the legal description on the deed with the assessment record to confirm you have the right parcel.
The Register of Deeds is at 110 N Park Street, Hohenwald, and can be reached at 931-796-2255, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Lewis Registrar of Deeds
The Lewis County Probate Office is located at 110 N Park Street, Hohenwald, TN, 38462 and can be reached at 931-796-2255. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through ustitlesearch.net or the official website lewiscountytn.com.
Lewis County Register of Deeds
Lewis County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lewis County property records by address?
Use the State of Tennessee's property assessment data search, choose Lewis County, and enter the street address to find the parcel. Recorded deeds and mortgages can be searched through the official records search linked by the Register of Deeds. Try a shorter version of the address if nothing appears.
How can I find property owners in Lewis County?
Owner names appear in assessment records, which you can search through Tennessee property assessment data by address or parcel number. To see who received title, search the Register of Deeds' official records for the recorded deed, since the county holds 25,263 deed records dating from January 2, 1989.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lewis County?
Assessed and appraised values are listed in the state's property assessment data. Lewis County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, and the assessor's records were last updated on February 26, 2025. For questions about a value or how it was set, contact the county assessor's office.
Where can I find Lewis County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes in Tennessee counties are collected by the county trustee, so contact the Lewis County Trustee at the courthouse in Hohenwald for bills and payment history. The county website, lewiscountytn.com, lists its offices. The assessment year on file is 2024, so use the parcel number when you ask.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lewis County?
Deeds, mortgages, and related documents are kept by the Lewis County Register of Deeds, at 110 N Park Street, Hohenwald. Search online through the official records search, or call 931-796-2255. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Where can I access Lewis County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel information for Lewis County's 8,608 parcels is available through the state's property assessment data, which includes parcel details and map references. For maps showing property boundaries in more detail, ask the county assessor's office. Parcel maps are a reference and are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lewis County?
Permits and zoning rules in Lewis County depend on where the property sits. For land inside Hohenwald, contact the city's offices; for rural property, contact the county's building and planning officials through the Lewis County website. Ask about permit requirements before building or changing a structure.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lewis County?
Searches in the property assessment data work property by property, so you can build a list by looking up each parcel and noting its owner. For larger or bulk lists, call the Register of Deeds at 931-796-2255 or the assessor's office to ask what formats and fees apply.