Lee County, TX Property Records
Property records in Lee County, Texas, include deeds, liens, plats and other recorded documents showing who owns land in Giddings and the surrounding countryside. They help buyers, owners and title researchers confirm ownership, review easements and identify recorded claims on a parcel.
The Lee County Clerk keeps these records, and the office is in the Lee County Annex at 898 E. Richmond Street in Giddings. The clerk's Lee County property records page offers online record indexes, county plats and trustee sale notices. Appraisal values and exemptions are maintained by the Lee County Appraisal District.
Lee County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Lee County has a median rent of $921.50, above both the Texas median of $874 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 21.49% of occupied homes, below the state's 24.06% and slightly under the national 21.81%, so most households in the county own their homes.
The median home value is $207,900, well above the state median of $130,900 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.14% is below the Texas rate of 1.23% but higher than the national rate of 0.74%. Owners here face higher home prices than average, with a tax rate that is moderate for Texas.
The median household income of $60,711 is just above the state figure of $60,132 and below the national $65,108. Employment conditions are strong, with an unemployment rate of 1.42% compared with 2.72% in Texas and 2.87% nationally.
The figures describe a county with high rents and home values, a mostly owner-occupied housing market, near-average incomes, and low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lee
Lee County property records include tax assessor parcels, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 17,363 total parcels and tax records covering 94.12% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 16,290 deeds and 7,056 mortgages, and valuation data covers 2,483 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 17,363 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,852 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,198 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.12% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 16,290 |
| Mortgage Records | 7,056 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,483 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 11 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records trace a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred between lenders or loan holders, and a release shows that the loan was paid and the lien removed.
Lee County has 9,551 assignment and release records, including 1,334 assignment documents recorded from January 4, 2005, through July 16, 2025, 8,193 release documents recorded from January 4, 2005, through July 31, 2025, and 24 other documents.
Researchers, buyers, and owners can use them to verify that earlier loans were released, follow a mortgage as it changed hands, and identify liens that may remain open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Lee County, TX Property Records
Lee County's recorded documents are kept by the Lee County Clerk, located at 843 East Industry, Giddings, and open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The county's records include 17,363 parcels, 16,290 deeds, and 7,056 mortgages, with deeds and mortgages recorded from January 3, 2006, through July 31, 2025.
Use the Lee County official records search to look up recorded deeds, mortgages, and related instruments online. The Lee County Clerk office page provides details on recording and requesting copies. For statewide guidance on appraisals, exemptions, and tax bills, see the Texas Comptroller property tax resources.
To search, begin with the owner's name, the property address, or a parcel number. Review each result's recording date and legal description, then open the document that matches. For help, call the Clerk's office at 979-542-3684.
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Lee County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lee County property records by address?
Use the Lee County official records search to look up recorded documents, entering the owner's name or other property details. The Lee County Clerk at 843 East Industry, Giddings, can also help in person or at 979-542-3684, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I find property owners in Lee County?
Owners are named in recorded deeds, and the county holds 16,290 deed records from January 3, 2006, through July 31, 2025. Search them through the official records search by name or property details, or call the Lee County Clerk at 979-542-3684 for assistance.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lee County?
Lee County's tax records cover 17,363 parcels with an assessment year of 2024. Appraised values are set by the county appraisal district, and the Texas Comptroller property tax page explains appraisals, exemptions, and protests. The County Clerk at 979-542-3684 can point you to the right office.
Where can I find Lee County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county's tax office, not the Clerk. The Texas Comptroller property tax resources explain how bills, due dates, and payments work. To learn which office handles a specific account, call the Lee County Clerk at 979-542-3684.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lee County?
Deeds and other recorded documents are filed with the Lee County Clerk. Search them online through the official records search, or visit 843 East Industry, Giddings, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The county has 16,290 deed records and 7,056 mortgage records.
Where can I access Lee County parcel maps and GIS information?
Lee County has 17,363 parcels in its tax records. Parcel maps are generally maintained by the county appraisal district rather than the Clerk. Call the Lee County Clerk at 979-542-3684 for direction to the right office, or use the legal description in a recorded deed to identify a property.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lee County?
Permit and zoning rules vary by location. For property inside a city such as Giddings, ask that city about permits and zoning. For rural land, county-level rules are limited, so call the Lee County Clerk at 979-542-3684 to find which department can answer your question.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lee County?
The online tools are designed for one property or document at a time. Owner names can be gathered from recorded deeds through the official records search. For a larger or bulk request, contact the Lee County Clerk at 979-542-3684 to ask what is available.