Falls County, TX Property Records
Property records in Falls, Texas document ownership and legal details for real estate throughout Falls County. These records typically include deeds, property transfers, liens, plats, mortgages, tax appraisal information, parcel descriptions, and ownership history. They are useful for buyers, sellers, real estate professionals, attorneys, lenders, and residents who need to verify ownership, research property boundaries, review transaction history, or confirm tax and assessment details.
Official Falls property records are generally maintained by the Falls County Clerk for recorded documents and by local appraisal or tax offices for valuation and tax-related information. Users can begin with the Falls County Clerk’s official property records page to find recording information, office contacts, and guidance on accessing land and deed records. For certified copies or legally authoritative documents, contact the appropriate county office directly.
Falls County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Falls County has a median rent of $779.50, below the Texas median of $874 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $79,300, far under the state's $130,900 and the national $173,750, marking it as a low-cost housing market. Renter-occupied housing is 21.59% of homes, a little under the state's 24.06% and close to the national 21.81%.
Property taxes are relatively heavy for the value of homes. The county's median property tax rate is 1.48%, above the state rate of 1.23% and double the national 0.74%. Lower prices soften the dollar amount of a typical bill, but the rate is among the higher ones owners face.
The median household income is $41,875, well below the state's $60,132 and the national $65,108. Employment conditions are also weaker: the unemployment rate is 7.17%, compared with 2.72% in Texas and 2.87% nationally.
Together, the figures describe an affordable county where low home values and rents go along with lower incomes, higher unemployment, and an above-average tax rate.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Falls
Falls County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 18,668 total parcels, including 9,473 residential and 559 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 86.67% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 20,238 deed records and 3,691 mortgage records, with valuation data for 3,790 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 18,668 |
| Residential Parcels | 9,473 |
| Commercial Parcels | 559 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 86.67% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 20,238 |
| Mortgage Records | 3,691 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,790 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 12 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents a transfer of the loan to a new holder, and a release shows the loan was paid off and the lien cleared from the property.
Falls County has 6,992 assignment and release records, including 1,202 assignment documents recorded from January 4, 2005 to July 22, 2025 and 5,762 release documents recorded from January 4, 2005 to July 30, 2025, along with 28 other documents. Records can be searched through Texas Land Records, the county's official records search.
These documents help buyers and researchers confirm earlier loans were released, trace how a mortgage changed hands, and identify liens that may remain open.
How to Search Falls County, TX Property Records
Falls County property records are recorded by the Falls County Clerk in Marlin, who keeps deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and related instruments. Parcel and assessment information covers the county's 18,668 parcels.
For recorded documents, use Texas Land Records, the county's official records search, where you can look up instruments by name, document type, or date. The Falls County Clerk page provides office information, and the county's forms page lists forms available for download.
Appraisal values and ownership are maintained by the local appraisal district, and general tax guidance is available from the Texas Comptroller property tax resources.
To search, have an address, owner name, or parcel number ready, enter the fullest details you can, and open the best match. To visit, the Clerk's office is at 125 Bridge Room, Marlin, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, phone 254-883-1408.
Falls Registrar of Deeds
The Falls County Probate Office is located at 125 Bridge Room, Marlin, TX, 76661 and can be reached at 254-883-1408. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through texaslandrecords.com or the official website co.falls.tx.us.
Falls County Clerk
Falls County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Falls County property records by address?
Property records by address are held by the local appraisal district, so look for the Falls County appraisal search and enter the street address. For recorded documents, use Texas Land Records. If you need help, call the Falls County Clerk at 254-883-1408.
How can I find property owners in Falls County?
Owner names appear in appraisal district records, and ownership transfers appear in recorded deeds. Search deeds through Texas Land Records, or contact the Falls County Clerk at 254-883-1408 for help with recorded documents.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Falls County?
Assessed values come from the local appraisal district. The county's records currently reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on October 7, 2024. For guidance on appraisals and protests, see the Texas Comptroller property tax resources.
Where can I find Falls County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the local tax office. Visit the Falls County website for tax office information, or call the County Clerk at 254-883-1408 to be pointed to the right office for current bills and payment options.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Falls County?
The County Clerk records deeds and other documents. Search them in Texas Land Records or visit the Falls County Clerk page. The system's deed records begin January 3, 2006, and mortgage records begin January 9, 2006.
Where can I access Falls County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are generally provided by the appraisal district for the county's 18,668 parcels. Check the Falls County website for links to mapping tools, or call the County Clerk at 254-883-1408. Maps are reference tools and are not legal surveys.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Falls County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on location. In a city such as Marlin, contact the city's office. For unincorporated land, start with the Falls County website or call the County Clerk at 254-883-1408 to find the responsible office.
How can I create a list of property owners in Falls County?
Online tools work one property at a time. Look up transfers in Texas Land Records and owners through the appraisal district. For bulk lists or data requests, call the County Clerk at 254-883-1408, or see the county's forms page.