Kleberg County, TX Property Records
Kleberg, Texas, property records are the official documents describing land and buildings in Kleberg County, including Kingsville. They typically include parcel details, owner names, legal descriptions, appraised values, property tax information, deeds, mortgages, liens, and releases. They help buyers, owners, lenders, and researchers confirm ownership, review tax obligations, and trace a property's transaction history before buying, selling, or refinancing.
Recorded documents are filed with the Kleberg County Clerk, the official county source for deeds and mortgages, and can be searched through the county's official records search.
Kleberg County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Kleberg County has a median rent of $1,079, notably above the Texas median of $874 and the national $840.25. The median home value is $115,050, below the state's $130,900 and well under the national $173,750, so renting costs relatively more here compared with buying. The median property tax rate of 1.35% is higher than both the state's 1.23% and the national 0.74%.
Median household income is $58,963.50, close to but under the Texas figure of $60,132 and below the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 4.6% is higher than the 2.72% statewide and 2.87% nationally, which suggests a softer job market.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 31.44% of occupied homes, above the 24.06% state share and the 21.81% national share, a sign of a sizable rental market in a college town.
Overall, the data show moderate home values, high rents and property taxes, and somewhat weaker employment than the state and nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Kleberg
Kleberg County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 16,624 total parcels, including 10,938 residential and 1,120 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 90.33% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 18,540 deeds and 6,340 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 8,299 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 16,624 |
| Residential Parcels | 10,938 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,120 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 90.33% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 18,540 |
| Mortgage Records | 6,340 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 8,299 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 39 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage once it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage between lenders or loan holders, and a release shows that a loan was paid off and the lien cleared from the property.
Kleberg County has 10,086 assignment and release records, including 2,315 assignment documents and 7,730 release documents, along with 41 other documents, recorded from January 6, 2005, through July 31, 2025.
For property research, they confirm that earlier loans were satisfied, show how a mortgage moved between lenders, and reveal liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. They are especially useful alongside the county's deed and mortgage records.
How to Search Kleberg County, TX Property Records
Kleberg County property records are held by the county appraisal district, which maintains assessment data for the county's 16,624 parcels, and by the Kleberg County Clerk, which records deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and other documents. Together they cover ownership, assessed values, tax data, and recorded transactions.
For recorded documents, start with the Kleberg County Clerk at 700 E Kleberg Ave, Kingsville, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, phone 361-595-8548. The Kleberg County official records search lets you look up documents recorded online, typically by name, document type, or date range.
For help understanding appraisals, exemptions, and protests, use the Texas Comptroller property tax resources.
Start with an owner name or parcel number, review the matches, and open the record that fits. Deeds recorded from 2006 through July 31, 2025, show ownership transfers, while mortgages reveal loans against the property.
Kleberg Registrar of Deeds
Kleberg County Clerk
Kleberg County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Kleberg County property records by address?
The Kleberg County appraisal district keeps parcel records for 16,624 parcels and can look up a property by address. For recorded documents, use the Kleberg County official records search or call the County Clerk at 361-595-8548 for help finding a record.
How can I find property owners in Kleberg County?
Owners appear in the appraisal records, and transfers appear in deeds recorded with the County Clerk. Search recorded deeds in the Kleberg County official records search by name or date, then compare the latest deed with the appraisal roll to confirm current ownership.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Kleberg County?
Assessed values come from the county appraisal district, and Kleberg County's data reflects the 2024 assessment year. Ask the district for a parcel's value and exemptions. Because the county's tax rate is 1.35%, the Texas Comptroller protest guidance may be useful if a value seems wrong.
Where can I find Kleberg County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county's tax collection office using appraisal roll values. Contact the Kleberg County tax office with a parcel number or owner name to obtain a bill, check what is owed, or request payment records for earlier years. Ask about accepted payment methods and deadlines.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Kleberg County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded with the Kleberg County Clerk, 700 E Kleberg Ave, Kingsville. Search online via the official records search or call 361-595-8548. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Kleberg County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for Kleberg County's 16,624 parcels are typically maintained by the appraisal district. Contact the district to ask whether map sheets or an online viewer exist. Parcel maps are for reference and are not a substitute for a licensed survey of a property.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Kleberg County?
Zoning and building permits for property inside Kingsville or another city are handled by that city's permit office. For unincorporated land, Texas counties have limited authority, so call the Kleberg County Clerk at 361-595-8548 to ask which county permits, such as floodplain or septic permits, apply.
How can I create a list of property owners in Kleberg County?
Records are searched one property at a time. For a list across many parcels, ask the appraisal district what data requests it accepts and any fees. The Kleberg County official records search can verify individual owners through recorded deeds.