Scott County, TN Property Records
Property records in Scott, Tennessee, document ownership, transfers, parcel details, property boundaries, assessed values, tax information, mortgages, liens, and recorded deeds. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership history, confirm legal descriptions, review encumbrances, or estimate property-related taxes and values.
Official Scott property records are typically maintained by county offices, including the Register of Deeds for recorded instruments such as deeds and liens, and the Assessor of Property for appraisal and parcel information. Users can access authoritative information through the county’s official resources, including the Scott County Register of Deeds, or by contacting the appropriate county office for copies, search assistance, recording requirements, and fee details.
Scott County, TN Property Records & Statistics
Scott County has a median rent of $645, well below the Tennessee median of $763 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 26.94% of homes, higher than the state figure of 21.85% and the national figure of 21.81%, so a larger share of households rent here than in most places.
The median home value is $114,000, far below the state median of $161,600 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.52% matches the state rate and is below the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are among the most affordable in the state, with taxes in line with Tennessee norms.
The median household income is $37,875, well under the state median of $55,242 and the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 4.54% is above the state rate of 2.75% and the national rate of 2.87%, signaling a tougher job market.
Overall, the figures describe a low-cost county where housing is inexpensive but incomes are low and unemployment is elevated, which helps explain the larger share of renters.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Scott
Scott County property records include tax assessments, deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 15,691 total parcels, including 12,679 residential and 768 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 79.57% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 21,292 deeds and 11,877 mortgages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 15,691 |
| Residential Parcels | 12,679 |
| Commercial Parcels | 768 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 79.57% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 21,292 |
| Mortgage Records | 11,877 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 5,587 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 533 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a mortgage passing from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows the loan was satisfied and the lien lifted.
Scott County has 16,034 assignment and release records, including 1,203 assignment documents, 14,791 release documents, and 40 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 10, 2005, through July 31, 2025, and releases from January 4, 2005, through July 30, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off, follow a loan through its lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Scott County, TN Property Records
Scott County property records are maintained by the assessor, who covers the county's 15,691 parcels, and the Register of Deeds, who records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Together they show ownership, assessed values, and recorded transactions.
To find a parcel's owner and assessment, use the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment search. The Scott County Register of Deeds page provides office and eRecording information, and the official records search lets you look up deeds and mortgages.
The Register of Deeds is at 282 Court Street, Huntsville, and can be reached at 423-663-3075. It is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Have an address, owner name, or parcel number ready, enter the most complete details you have, and open the record that matches. Call the office for anything not found online.
Scott Registrar of Deeds
The Scott County Probate Office is located at 282 Court Street, Huntsville, TN, 37756 and can be reached at 423-663-3075. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through titlesearcher.com or the official website scottcounty.com.
Scott County Register of Deeds
Scott County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Scott County property records by address?
Use the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment search and enter the address to find the parcel and its assessment details. For recorded documents, use the Scott County records search. If the address does not match, try a shorter version or call the Register of Deeds at 423-663-3075.
How can I find property owners in Scott County?
Owner names appear in the assessment records of the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment search. To see the deed that transferred ownership, use the official records search or visit the Register of Deeds at 282 Court Street, Huntsville, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Scott County?
Search the parcel in the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment search to see its assessed value. Scott County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on February 26, 2025. For appraisal questions, contact the Assessor of Property through the Scott County website.
Where can I find Scott County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes are collected by the county Trustee. Visit the Scott County website to reach the Trustee's office and payment options. The median property tax rate in Scott County is 0.52%, and the Trustee can confirm what is owed on a specific parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Scott County?
The Register of Deeds keeps deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Search them through the official records search or see the Register of Deeds page, which also covers eRecording. Deed records in the data run from January 6, 1989.
Where can I access Scott County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel details for the county's 15,691 parcels are available through the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment search. For tax maps or boundary questions, contact the Assessor of Property through the Scott County website. Parcel maps are references and not legal surveys.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Scott County?
The Scott County website lists the departments that handle building permits and planning. Properties inside Oneida or Huntsville may follow city rules, so contact the municipality directly before building or changing a property's use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Scott County?
The Tennessee Comptroller property assessment search supports individual parcel lookups, and recorded transfers are held by the Register of Deeds. For a larger list, call the Register of Deeds at 423-663-3075 to ask what bulk records the office can provide.