Austin County, TX Property Records
Property records in Austin, Texas provide important details about real estate, including ownership history, legal descriptions, deeds, liens, tax appraisal information, exemptions, and property boundaries. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, researchers, and anyone verifying property ownership, reviewing transaction history, or understanding a parcel’s assessed value.
Because Austin properties may fall within Travis, Williamson, or Hays County, official records are typically maintained by the appropriate county office or appraisal district. For many Austin properties, users can access recorded deeds and related documents through the Travis County Clerk’s official property records. Appraisal and tax-related information is generally available through the relevant county appraisal district. Using these official sources helps ensure the information is accurate, current, and legally reliable.
Austin County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Austin County has some of the highest home values among comparable Texas counties. The median home value is $275,900, more than double the Texas median of $130,900 and well above the national $173,750. Median rent is $1,051, compared with $874 in the state and $840.25 nationally, so living costs here sit well above average.
The median property tax rate is 1.3%, higher than the state's 1.23% and nearly twice the national 0.74%. Applied to high home values, this produces large annual tax bills for owners, which is an important consideration for buyers.
Incomes are strong enough to support those costs. The median household income is $79,444, well ahead of $60,132 in Texas and $65,108 nationally. The unemployment rate is 2.03%, lower than the state's 2.72% and the national 2.87%, which indicates a healthy job market.
Renters occupy 15.69% of homes, compared with 24.06% across Texas and 21.81% nationwide. The picture is of a largely owner-occupied county with high property values, solid incomes, and low unemployment, where a limited rental market keeps housing costs elevated.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Austin
Austin County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 23,654 total parcels, including 16,028 residential and 862 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 93.91% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 26,847 deeds and 13,621 mortgages, with valuation data for 7,570 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 23,654 |
| Residential Parcels | 16,028 |
| Commercial Parcels | 862 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.91% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 26,847 |
| Mortgage Records | 13,621 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 7,570 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,008 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it has been recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred from one lender to another, and a release shows that the loan was paid and the lien on the property was removed.
Austin County has 18,673 assignment and release records. They include 2,466 assignment documents recorded from January 4, 2005, to August 26, 2025, and 16,136 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to August 29, 2025, along with 71 other documents.
For property research, these records show who holds a mortgage and whether earlier loans were satisfied. Buyers and owners can check them before a sale or refinance to find liens that might still be open, and researchers can trace how a loan moved between lenders. For recorded documents, contact the Austin County Clerk at 979-227-3144.
How to Search Austin County, TX Property Records
Property records in Austin County are kept by the County Clerk and the appraisal district. The clerk records deeds, mortgages, and other official documents, while assessment data describes the county's 23,654 parcels, including ownership, value, and tax details.
The Austin County Clerk page is the starting point for recorded documents and recording information. The office is at 265 N Chesley St., Bellville, TX 77418, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 979-227-3144. Staff can explain how to view deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases recorded since 2005 and 2006.
For appraised values, owner names, and exemptions, visit the Austin County Appraisal District. The Texas Comptroller property tax resources explain how appraisals, exemptions, and protests work across the state.
Have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Use the most specific detail available, review the results, and open the record that matches. If a document is not available online, call the clerk for help.
Austin Registrar of Deeds
The Austin County Probate Office is located at 265 N Chesley St., Bellville, TX, 77418 and can be reached at 979-227-3144. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website austincounty.com.
Austin County Clerk
Austin County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Austin County property records by address?
Use the Austin County Appraisal District to look up a parcel by street address and see ownership and value details. For recorded documents, contact the Austin County Clerk at 979-227-3144. If an address does not match, try the owner's name.
How can I find property owners in Austin County?
Owners of record appear in the Austin County Appraisal District database. To verify who received title, ask the County Clerk to help you find the latest recorded deed, either at 265 N Chesley St. in Bellville or by calling 979-227-3144.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Austin County?
Assessed values are set by the appraisal district, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Search the Austin County Appraisal District for a parcel's value and exemptions. The Texas Comptroller explains how to protest an appraisal.
Where can I find Austin County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county's tax office, not the clerk. Call the Austin County Clerk at 979-227-3144 to be directed to the right office, or confirm your account number and owner of record first through the Austin County Appraisal District.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Austin County?
Deeds, mortgages, and related documents are recorded by the Austin County Clerk. Visit the County Clerk at 265 N Chesley St., Bellville, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or call 979-227-3144 to ask how to view or request copies.
Where can I access Austin County parcel maps and GIS information?
Maps of the county's 23,654 parcels are usually offered by the appraisal district, so check the Austin County Appraisal District website for its map tools. Maps are for reference and are not legal surveys. For boundary questions, hire a licensed surveyor.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Austin County?
Texas counties have limited zoning authority, so rules are mostly set by cities. For property in Bellville, Sealy, or another city, contact its permit office. For land in unincorporated areas, call the County Clerk at 979-227-3144 and ask which county office handles building or septic permits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Austin County?
Online lookups return one parcel at a time. For a list of owners, ask the Austin County Appraisal District what ownership data it provides, and call the County Clerk at 979-227-3144 about recorded deeds. Bulk requests may need to be made in writing.