Live Oak County, TX Property Records
Live Oak County, Texas, property records include deeds, liens, plats and other recorded instruments for land in George West and the surrounding ranch country. They help owners and buyers verify title, understand recorded easements and review a parcel's history before a transaction.
The Live Oak County Clerk records real property documents, and the official public records are searchable online from 2004 to the present. The clerk's Live Oak County property records page explains how to search, request copies and file documents. Appraisal and tax values come from the Live Oak County Appraisal District.
Live Oak County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Live Oak County has a median rent of $934, higher than the Texas median of $874 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 31.6% of occupied homes, well above the state's 24.06% and the national 21.81%, so rentals are a larger part of the market here than in most places.
The median home value is $142,800, above the state median of $130,900 but below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.95% is lower than the Texas rate of 1.23%, though above the national rate of 0.74%. Owners face moderate home prices with a tax rate below the state norm.
The median household income of $57,833 is below both the state figure of $60,132 and the national figure of $65,108. Unemployment is low, with a rate of 2.08% compared with 2.72% in Texas and 2.87% nationally.
The figures describe a county with above-average rents, a large rental share, moderate home values and taxes, incomes a little below average, and a healthy job market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Live Oak
Live Oak County property records include tax assessor parcels, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 19,277 total parcels and tax records covering 92.92% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 16,118 deeds and 4,439 mortgages, and valuation data covers 2,983 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 19,277 |
| Residential Parcels | 10,074 |
| Commercial Parcels | 616 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.92% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 16,118 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,439 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,983 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 257 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred between lenders or holders, and a release shows the loan was paid and the lien removed.
Live Oak County has 6,979 assignment and release records, including 800 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 20, 2025, 2,849 release documents recorded from January 4, 2005, through August 29, 2025, and 3,330 other documents.
Researchers, buyers, and owners can use them to verify earlier loans were released, follow a mortgage between lenders, and identify liens that may remain open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Live Oak County, TX Property Records
Live Oak County's deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are maintained by the Live Oak County Clerk, at 301 Houston Street, George West, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The county's records include 19,277 parcels, 16,118 deeds, and 4,439 mortgages, with recordings from January 3, 2006, through August 15, 2025.
The Texas land records search provides the official records search used for the county's recorded documents. The Live Oak County Clerk office page explains recording services and how to request copies. For statewide guidance on appraisals, exemptions, and tax bills, see the Texas Comptroller property tax resources.
Start with the owner's name, property address, or parcel number, then check the recording date and legal description in each result. For help, call the Clerk's office at 361-449-2733 ext 3.
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Live Oak County Clerk
Live Oak County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Live Oak County property records by address?
Use the official records search to look up recorded documents, entering the owner's name or other property details. The Live Oak County Clerk at 301 Houston Street, George West, can also help at 361-449-2733 ext 3, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I find property owners in Live Oak County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds, and the county has 16,118 deed records from January 3, 2006, through August 15, 2025. Search them through the official records search, or call the Live Oak County Clerk at 361-449-2733 ext 3.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Live Oak County?
Live Oak County's tax records cover 19,277 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 361-449-2733 ext 3 can direct you to the right office.
Where can I find Live Oak County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are handled by the county's tax office, not the Clerk. The Texas Comptroller property tax resources explain how Texas bills, deadlines, and payments work. To find the office for a specific account, call the Live Oak County Clerk at 361-449-2733 ext 3.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Live Oak County?
Deeds and other documents are filed with the Live Oak County Clerk. Search online through the official records search, or visit 301 Houston Street, George West, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The county has 16,118 deed records and 4,439 mortgage records.
Where can I access Live Oak County parcel maps and GIS information?
Live Oak County has 19,277 parcels in its tax records, including 10,074 residential parcels. Parcel maps are generally maintained by the county appraisal district rather than the Clerk. Call the Live Oak County Clerk at 361-449-2733 ext 3 to be directed to the right office.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Live Oak County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on location. For property inside a city such as George West, ask that city about permits and zoning. For unincorporated land, call the Live Oak County Clerk at 361-449-2733 ext 3 and ask which county department can answer your question.
How can I create a list of property owners in Live Oak 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 Live Oak County Clerk at 361-449-2733 ext 3 to ask what is available.