Jim Wells County, TX Property Records
Property records in Jim Wells County, Texas, include recorded deeds, deeds of trust, plats, mineral and lease documents and liens, as well as the appraisal data used to calculate local property taxes. They are useful for verifying ownership around Alice and the surrounding ranch and oil country, checking for liens, and confirming how a parcel is valued.
The Jim Wells County Clerk records land documents in Alice, the county seat, while the Jim Wells County Appraisal District, at 1600 E. Main Street, Suite 100, maintains values and ownership for the tax roll. The Texas Comptroller's official Jim Wells appraisal district directory listing provides the district's website and phone number, 361-668-9656.
Jim Wells County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Jim Wells County has a median rent of $842, just under the Texas median of $874 and slightly above the national figure of $840.25. Homes are inexpensive: the median home value is $91,000, compared with $130,900 statewide and $173,750 nationally. Renter-occupied housing is 35.86% of occupied homes, well above the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%, indicating a large rental market.
The median property tax rate is 1%, below the Texas rate of 1.23% but above the national rate of 0.74%. Owners pay a somewhat lower rate than the typical Texan, though the low home values mean tax bills tend to be modest.
Median household income is $50,125, lower than the state median of $60,132 and the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 2.35%, below both the Texas rate of 2.72% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, Jim Wells County pairs low home values and moderate rents with a high renter share, lower incomes, and relatively low unemployment.
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How to Search Jim Wells County, TX Property Records
Property records in Jim Wells County are recorded by the Jim Wells County Clerk, which maintains deeds, mortgages, and other documents affecting real estate in the county. They are used to confirm ownership, trace transfers, and review liens before buying, selling, or refinancing.
To search recorded documents, use the Jim Wells County official records search, where instruments can be found by name, document type, and recording date. For office information and recording services, visit the Jim Wells County Clerk page.
The Clerk's office is at 200 N. Almond Street, Alice, TX 78332, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 361-668-5702 and press 3 to reach the office. For general background on Texas property taxes and appraisals, the Texas Comptroller property tax resources are a useful reference.
Start with an owner's name and a date range, then open the matching documents. If something is missing online, the Clerk's office can help.
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Jim Wells County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Jim Wells County property records by address?
Recorded documents are searched through the Jim Wells County official records search, which is organized mainly by name, document type, and date. To connect a record to an address, start with the owner's name or legal description. The Jim Wells County Clerk at 361-668-5702, press 3, can help match an address to a document.
How can I find property owners in Jim Wells County?
Search the Jim Wells County official records search for deeds, which name the buyer and seller in each transfer. The latest deed for a property usually shows its current owner. The Clerk's office at 200 N. Almond Street, Alice, is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, for in-person help.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Jim Wells County?
Assessed values come from the county's appraisal records, separate from the Clerk's recorded documents. For an overview of Texas appraisals, exemptions, and protests, see the Texas Comptroller property tax resources. For a specific parcel, call the Jim Wells County Clerk at 361-668-5702, press 3, for direction.
Where can I find Jim Wells County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county's tax office rather than the Clerk. Call the Jim Wells County Clerk at 361-668-5702, press 3, to be directed to the right office for a bill or payment history. General Texas property tax information is available from the Texas Comptroller.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Jim Wells County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases, and other recorded instruments are kept by the Jim Wells County Clerk. Search them online through the Jim Wells County official records search, or see the Jim Wells County Clerk page for details. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Jim Wells County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS layers are typically maintained by the county's appraisal office. Call the Jim Wells County Clerk at 361-668-5702, press 3, and ask which office provides parcel maps. Recorded plats and legal descriptions can also be requested from the Clerk's office at 200 N. Almond Street, Alice.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Jim Wells County?
Texas counties have limited zoning authority, so permit and zoning rules often come from the city where the property sits, such as the City of Alice for properties within its limits. Contact the relevant city or county office before building. The County Clerk at 361-668-5702, press 3, can point you to the right department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Jim Wells County?
Online tools are designed for single-property lookups, so building a list means searching the Jim Wells County official records search by date range and document type. For bulk requests or copies of records, call the Jim Wells County Clerk at 361-668-5702, press 3, and ask what is available.