Freestone County, TX Property Records
Property records in Freestone, Texas document ownership, transfers, and legal interests in real estate located in the area and throughout Freestone County. These records commonly include deeds, plats, liens, mortgages, easements, and other recorded instruments, along with related appraisal and tax information used to identify property values and ownership history.
They are useful for buyers, sellers, title companies, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and residents who need to verify ownership, review property boundaries, confirm recorded encumbrances, or support real estate transactions and estate matters. Accurate property records also help with tax assessment questions and local land-use research.
Users can access official Freestone property records through the Freestone County Clerk, which maintains recorded real property documents for the county. Visit the county’s page for official property records to learn more about available services, office procedures, and contact information.
Freestone County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Freestone County has a median rent of $768.50, below the Texas median of $874 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 27.97% of occupied homes, higher than the state's 24.06% and the national 21.81%, which points to a sizable rental market despite the lower monthly cost.
The median home value is $141,300, above the state median of $130,900 but well under the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.05% is lower than the Texas rate of 1.23%, though higher than the national rate of 0.74%, so owners pay less in tax than the typical Texas homeowner but more than the typical American one.
Median household income in the county is $53,721, trailing both the state's $60,132 and the national $65,108. Employment is a relative strength: the unemployment rate of 2.13% is lower than Texas at 2.72% and the nation at 2.87%.
Together, the figures describe an affordable county where rents and home values are modest relative to national levels, incomes are somewhat lower than average, and jobs are comparatively plentiful.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Freestone
Freestone County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 25,579 total parcels, including 11,762 residential and 643 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 87.99% of the population. Recorded documents include 25,114 deeds and 4,791 mortgages, and the latest valuation update was on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 25,579 |
| Residential Parcels | 11,762 |
| Commercial Parcels | 643 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.99% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 25,114 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,791 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,667 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 547 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien lifted from the property.
Freestone County has 12,438 assignment and release records, including 1,947 assignment documents recorded from January 28, 2005, to August 7, 2025, and 10,443 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to August 21, 2025. A further 48 other documents are also on file.
For property research, these records help confirm whether earlier mortgages were released, trace which lender currently holds a loan, and spot liens that may still be open before a purchase or refinance.
How to Search Freestone County, TX Property Records
Freestone County property records are maintained by the Freestone County Clerk, whose office holds recorded deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents. Together with assessment data covering the county's 25,579 parcels, these records show ownership, recorded transfers, loans, and liens.
To search recorded documents, use the Freestone County official records search. You can search by name, document type, or recording date and view the matching instruments. For office information, forms, and recording details, visit the Freestone County Clerk page, which also describes eRecording for submitting documents electronically.
Appraisal and assessment questions are handled by the county's appraisal district; the Texas Comptroller county appraisal district directory lists contact details for it. The Clerk's office is at 103 E Main, Fairfield, and is open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You can also call 903-389-2635.
Have a name, document type, or approximate date ready, enter the most complete details you have, and open the result that matches the property you are researching.
Freestone Registrar of Deeds
The Freestone County Probate Office is located at 103 E Main, Fairfield, TX, 75840 and can be reached at 903-389-2635. Office hours are Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through freestone.tx.publicsearch.us or the official website co.freestone.tx.us.
Freestone County Clerk
Freestone County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Freestone County property records by address?
Recorded documents in Freestone County are searched through the official records search, which is organized by name, document type, and date rather than street address. For assessment records tied to an address, contact the county appraisal district listed in the Texas Comptroller directory, or call the County Clerk at 903-389-2635.
How can I find property owners in Freestone County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds, which you can search in the Freestone County official records search by grantor or grantee name. Current owner information is also part of the appraisal district's records. The County Clerk, at 103 E Main in Fairfield, can help locate a deed in person Monday through Friday during business hours.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Freestone County?
Assessed values in Texas are set by the county appraisal district. The Texas Comptroller county directory lists how to reach Freestone County's district. The county's records currently reflect the 2024 assessment year, and the County Clerk at 903-389-2635 can point you toward the right office if you need help.
Where can I find Freestone County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills in Texas are issued by the local tax office and based on appraisal district values. The Texas Comptroller directory can connect you with the correct Freestone County office. For questions about who to contact, call the County Clerk at 903-389-2635.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Freestone County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are available through the Freestone County official records search. The county holds 25,114 deed records and 4,791 mortgage records. You can also visit the County Clerk's page or the office at 103 E Main, Fairfield.
Where can I access Freestone County parcel maps and GIS information?
Freestone County has 25,579 parcels, and parcel maps are generally kept by the county appraisal district. Use the Texas Comptroller directory to find the district's contact information and ask about its mapping. The County Clerk's office at 903-389-2635 can also direct you.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Freestone County?
Permit and zoning questions are handled locally. For property inside a city such as Fairfield, contact that city's office. For rural property, call the County Clerk at 903-389-2635 to ask which office to contact. The County Clerk page lists general county information.
How can I create a list of property owners in Freestone County?
The official records search is built for looking up individual documents and owners. For a larger list, contact the County Clerk at 903-389-2635 or 103 E Main in Fairfield to ask what bulk or certified copies are available, and the appraisal district for ownership rolls.