Denton City Property Records in Texas
Denton property records document ownership, legal descriptions, transfers, liens, plats, tax assessments, and property-tax payments for real estate in Denton, Texas, and Denton County. Users can access recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats through the Denton County Clerk and its official records search. Property appraisal data, parcel maps, assessed values, exemptions, and ownership information are available from the Denton Central Appraisal District. Current and prior property-tax bills, payment status, and tax account details can be obtained through the Denton County Tax Assessor-Collector. For zoning, permits, and local land-use information within city limits, users may consult the City of Denton Development Services Department. Court-related property matters, such as probate, civil disputes, or foreclosure-related filings, may be found through the Denton County District Clerk or Denton County Courts depending on the case type.
Denton Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
The Crime Rates section summarizes reported crime in Denton, covering violent crimes such as murder, robbery, and assault, along with property crimes such as burglary and motor vehicle theft. It lists the reported count for each category.
Reported violent crimes in Denton include 7 murders, 43 robberies, and 191 assaults. Property crimes total 2,871 reported incidents, including 219 burglaries and 232 motor vehicle thefts.
Users can use these figures to see which types of reported crime occur most often in Denton. Property crimes have by far the largest count in this data, followed by assaults, while murders have the lowest count among the violent crimes.
What Is the Population Profile of Denton
The Race and Ethnicity section shows the racial and ethnic makeup of Denton, including each group's share of residents and its population count. The three largest groups are White (55%, 80,239 residents), Hispanic (25%, 36,954 residents), and Black (11%, 16,837 residents). The data also includes Two or More Races (4%, 6,381 residents), Asian (4%, 5,741 residents), Other Race (0.34%, 504 residents), American Indian (0.16%, 241 residents), and Pacific Islander (0.06%, 91 residents).
Denton, Ratings Compared Across Texas 
The ratings cover different aspects of life in Denton, including bars, nightlife, parks, diversity, and young professionals. The three highest-rated categories are Access to Bars (A+), Nightlife (A), and Access to Parks (A). Other notable ratings include Diversity (A), Public Schools (A-), Commute (B+), and Housing (B-). Together, the ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in the city.
How Educated Is Denton
Denton's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (26%), High School (20%), and Some College (15%). The data also includes other available education levels: Masters Degree (12%), Below High School (8%), Associate Degree (7%), and Doctorate (3%).
When Were Homes Built
Denton's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 2000 - Present (43%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (29%) and 1960 - 1979 (20%). The data also includes other available construction periods: 1940 - 1959 (6%) and Before 1939 (2%).
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Denton's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (36%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (23%) and 4 Bedrooms (18%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories: 1 Bedroom (15%), No Bedrooms (4%), and 5 or More Bedrooms (3%).
What Is the Average Age
Denton's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 18 - 24 (20%), 25 - 34 (18%), and 65 Plus (12%). The data also includes other available age groups: 35 - 44 (11%), Under 10 (10%), 55 - 64 (10%), 45 - 54 (10%), and 10 - 17 (8%).
Property Market Trends at Denton
Denton's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $325,700. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,344 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Denton's dynamic real estate landscape.