Kaufman County, TX Property Records
Kaufman County, Texas, property records cover the deeds, liens, plats, easements and other instruments that define real estate ownership in a fast-growing county east of Dallas. They are useful for confirming who holds title, checking for liens or foreclosure notices, and researching a parcel before a purchase, refinance or boundary question.
The Kaufman County Clerk records these documents at the Justice Center in Kaufman, and the office offers e-recording and a property fraud alert service. Visit the clerk's Kaufman County property records page to search official records and review foreclosure postings. Valuation and exemption details for a parcel are maintained by the Kaufman Central Appraisal District.
Kaufman County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Kaufman County has a median rent of $1,095, well above the Texas median of $874 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $198,700, higher than both the state's $130,900 and the national median of $173,750. Renter-occupied housing is 19.81% of occupied homes, under the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%, so owners dominate the market.
The median property tax rate is 1.22%, nearly matching the Texas rate of 1.23% and well above the national rate of 0.74%. Because home values are high, that rate leads to larger tax bills than in many Texas counties.
Median household income is $74,932, well above the state median of $60,132 and the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.62%, above the Texas rate of 2.72% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, Kaufman County is a higher-income, higher-cost market with mostly owner-occupied homes, a typical Texas tax rate, and somewhat elevated unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Kaufman
Kaufman County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 94,154 total parcels, including 77,455 residential and 4,063 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 88.51% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 179,714 deeds and 71,587 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 52,778 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 94,154 |
| Residential Parcels | 77,455 |
| Commercial Parcels | 4,063 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 88.51% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 179,714 |
| Mortgage Records | 71,587 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 52,778 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 36,507 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred between lenders or holders, and a release shows it was paid off and the lien cleared from the property.
Kaufman County has 106,671 assignment and release records on file. They include 22,264 assignment documents recorded from June 20, 2002, to September 2, 2025, and 84,248 release documents recorded from June 24, 2002, to September 2, 2025, plus 159 other documents.
For property research, these records show who has held a mortgage and whether earlier loans were released. Buyers, title researchers, and owners can use them to confirm that liens were cleared or follow a loan between lenders before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Kaufman County, TX Property Records
Recorded real estate documents in Kaufman County are kept by the Kaufman County Clerk, whose office holds deeds, mortgages, and related instruments. They sit alongside assessment data for the county's 94,154 parcels, including ownership, parcel types, and valuations.
To search recorded documents, use the Kaufman County official records search, where you can find instruments by name, document type, and date. For office details and recording services, visit the Kaufman County Clerk page. For appraisal records, the Kaufman Central Appraisal District is the local resource.
The Clerk's office is at 1902 US Highway 175, Kaufman, TX 75142, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at 469-376-4730.
Start with an owner's name or a recording date range, review the results, and open the matching document. If a record is not online, call the Clerk's office.
Kaufman Registrar of Deeds
Kaufman County Clerk
Kaufman County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Kaufman County property records by address?
For parcel and appraisal information, use the Kaufman Central Appraisal District website. Recorded documents are searched by name, date, and type in the Kaufman County official records search. To match an address to a record, call the County Clerk at 469-376-4730.
How can I find property owners in Kaufman County?
Ownership appears in appraisal records at the Kaufman Central Appraisal District and in recorded deeds. Search deeds in the Kaufman County official records search to see the buyer and seller in each transfer. The latest deed usually names the current owner.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Kaufman County?
Assessed values are published by the Kaufman Central Appraisal District. The county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. For general guidance on Texas appraisals, exemptions, and protests, see the Texas Comptroller property tax resources.
Where can I find Kaufman County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county's tax office rather than the County Clerk. The Kaufman Central Appraisal District can help you identify the taxing offices for a property. General information on Texas property taxes is available from the Texas Comptroller.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Kaufman County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases, and other recorded instruments are held by the Kaufman County Clerk. Search them in the Kaufman County official records search or see the Kaufman County Clerk page. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Kaufman County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are generally provided by the appraisal district, so start at the Kaufman Central Appraisal District website. Recorded plats and legal descriptions can be requested from the County Clerk at 469-376-4730. Maps are for reference and are not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Kaufman County?
Texas counties have limited zoning authority, so permit and zoning rules usually come from the city where a property is located. Contact the relevant city or county office before building or changing a property. The County Clerk at 469-376-4730 can help direct you to the right department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Kaufman County?
Online tools are built for single-property lookups, so a list means searching the Kaufman County official records search by date range and document type. For bulk requests or copies, call the County Clerk at 469-376-4730 and ask what is available.