Shelby County, TN Property Records
Property records in Shelby, Tennessee document important information about real estate ownership, transfers, parcel boundaries, assessed values, mortgages, liens, plats, and related filings. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, researchers, and real estate professionals who need to verify ownership, review transaction history, estimate property taxes, or confirm legal descriptions. They can also help residents understand how a property is valued and whether recorded documents may affect title or use.
Users can access official Shelby property records through Shelby County government offices, including the Register of Deeds for recorded land documents and the Assessor of Property for parcel and valuation information. To begin an official records lookup, visit the Shelby County Register of Deeds’ property records search.
Shelby County, TN Property Records & Statistics
Shelby County has a median rent of $1,095.50, well above the Tennessee median of $763 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 46.53% of homes, more than double the state figure of 21.85% and the national figure of 21.81%, so nearly half of households rent in this largely urban county.
The median home value is $179,100, above the state median of $161,600 and slightly above the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.2% is far higher than the state rate of 0.52% and the national rate of 0.74%, so owners carry a much heavier tax load than elsewhere in Tennessee.
The median household income is $56,969.50, a little above the state median of $55,242 and below the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 4.07% is higher than the state rate of 2.75% and the national rate of 2.87%, indicating a more challenging labor market.
Overall, Shelby County is a rental-heavy market with moderate home values, high property taxes, and employment conditions weaker than the state and nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Shelby
Shelby County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 355,716 total parcels, including 295,983 residential and 11,794 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 94.63% of the population and a latest assessment year of 2025. The recorder holds 979,864 deeds and 638,112 mortgages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 355,716 |
| Residential Parcels | 295,983 |
| Commercial Parcels | 11,794 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.63% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 979,864 |
| Mortgage Records | 638,112 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 258,521 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 333,412 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a mortgage moving from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Shelby County has 846,179 assignment and release records, including 170,973 assignment documents, 674,651 release documents, and 555 other documents. They were recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 4, 2025.
For property research, these records show whether earlier mortgages were paid off, how loans moved between lenders, and whether a lien may remain before a sale or refinance. With such a large volume, the date range helps narrow a search to a specific period.
How to Search Shelby County, TN Property Records
Shelby County property records are maintained by the assessor, who covers the county's 355,716 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 Shelby County Register of Deeds website is the place to search recorded documents, the forms page provides recording forms, and the e-filing page covers electronic recording.
The Register of Deeds is at 1075 Mullins Station, Memphis, and can be reached at 901-222-8100. It is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM.
Have an address, owner name, or parcel number ready, enter the most complete details you have, and open the matching record. Call the office for anything not found online.
Shelby Registrar of Deeds
The Shelby County Probate Office is located at 1075 Mullins Station, Memphis, TN, 38134 and can be reached at 901-222-8100. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM. Records can be accessed through proaccess.williamson-tn.org or the official website register.shelby.tn.us.
Shelby County Register of Deeds
Shelby County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Shelby 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 tied to the property, use the Shelby County Register of Deeds website. If the address does not match, try a shorter version or call 901-222-8100.
How can I find property owners in Shelby County?
Owner names appear in the assessment records of the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment search. To see the deed that transferred ownership, use the Register of Deeds website or visit 1075 Mullins Station, Memphis, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Shelby County?
Search the parcel in the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment search to see its assessed value. Shelby County's most recent assessment year is 2025, with the latest assessor update on July 21, 2025. For appraisal questions, contact the Shelby County Assessor of Property through the county website.
Where can I find Shelby County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes are collected by the county Trustee. Visit the Shelby County website to reach the Trustee's office and payment options. The median property tax rate in the county is 1.2%, and the Trustee can confirm what is owed on a specific parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Shelby County?
The Register of Deeds keeps deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Use the Register of Deeds website, the forms page, or the e-filing page for electronic recording. Deed records in the data begin January 3, 1989, and the office can be reached at 901-222-8100.
Where can I access Shelby County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel details for the county's 355,716 parcels are available through the Tennessee Comptroller property assessment search. For tax maps or boundary questions, contact the Assessor of Property through the Shelby County website. Parcel maps are references and not legal surveys.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Shelby County?
The Shelby County website lists the departments that handle building permits and planning. Properties inside Memphis, Bartlett, Germantown, Collierville, or other cities follow those cities' rules, so contact the municipality directly before building or changing a property's use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Shelby 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 901-222-8100 to ask what bulk records the office can provide.