Lubbock County, TX Property Records
Lubbock, Texas, property records cover land and buildings across Lubbock and the surrounding South Plains, from city neighborhoods to farmland. They include recorded deeds, deeds of trust, liens, releases, plats and easements, as well as appraisal information such as ownership, legal descriptions and assessed values.
Deeds and other instruments are filed with the Lubbock County Clerk at the courthouse in Lubbock, while valuations are set by the Lubbock Central Appraisal District. Together they help buyers, title researchers, lenders and homeowners verify ownership, review tax bills and research a parcel's history. You can start at the official Lubbock County website to reach the County Clerk and learn how to search the county's official public records.
Lubbock County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Lubbock County has a median rent of $1,063, well above the Texas median of $874 and the national median of $840.25. Renters make up 40.37% of occupied housing, far higher than the state figure of 24.06% and the national figure of 21.81%, which points to a large rental market.
The median home value is $173,700, above the Texas median of $130,900 and almost level with the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate is 1.55%, higher than the state rate of 1.23% and more than double the national rate of 0.74%, so owners carry a heavier tax cost relative to value.
Median household income is $52,869, below both the Texas figure of $60,132 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.14%, a little above the state rate of 2.72% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Together, the figures describe a county with national-level home values, above-average rents and property taxes, lower incomes than the state and nation, and a housing market with a high share of renters.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lubbock
Lubbock County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 137,860 total parcels, including 122,386 residential and 5,195 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 93.75% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 263,945 deeds and 106,939 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 97,757 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 137,860 |
| Residential Parcels | 122,386 |
| Commercial Parcels | 5,195 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.75% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 263,945 |
| Mortgage Records | 106,939 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 97,757 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 12,197 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan moved from one lender or servicer to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Lubbock County has 203,703 assignment and release records, including 31,140 assignment documents, 172,235 release documents and 328 other documents. Both assignments and releases were recorded from April 4, 2004, through September 3, 2025.
These records are useful for confirming that earlier mortgages on a property were paid off, following a loan through successive holders, and spotting liens that may still be open before a purchase or refinance. The long date range supports research on properties with an extended ownership history.
How to Search Lubbock County, TX Property Records
Lubbock County property records are held by the county clerk, who records deeds, mortgages and other real estate documents, and by the appraisal district, which maintains assessment data for the county's 137,860 parcels.
To search recorded documents, use the Lubbock County official records search. It covers deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases. For office details, forms and recording information, visit the Lubbock County Clerk page. The clerk's office is at 904 Broadway St., Lubbock, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
For appraisal and ownership data, the Lubbock Central Appraisal District is the office that sets property values in the county. You can also review the Comptroller's Texas property tax resource page for background on appraisals and exemptions.
Begin with a property address, owner name or parcel number, review the matching records, and open the document that matches the property. If a record does not appear online, call the clerk at 806-775-1076.
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Lubbock County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lubbock County property records by address?
Use the Lubbock Central Appraisal District to look up a parcel by address and view its appraisal details. For recorded documents tied to that property, search the Lubbock County official records. If an address does not match, try the owner name or a shorter street name.
How can I find property owners in Lubbock County?
Owner names appear in the appraisal district's records and on recorded deeds. Search the Lubbock Central Appraisal District for the current owner of record, then use the county's official records search to read the deed that transferred ownership.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lubbock County?
Appraised values are set by the Lubbock Central Appraisal District, and the county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Search by address, owner name or account number to see the value. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains protests and exemptions.
Where can I find Lubbock County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county's tax assessor-collector based on values from the appraisal district. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains how bills and due dates work in Texas. For a specific account, contact the tax office or the Lubbock Central Appraisal District with your account number.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lubbock County?
Deeds, mortgages and related documents are recorded by the Lubbock County Clerk. Search them in the official records search, which holds deeds back to January 1, 1989. The clerk is at 904 Broadway St., Lubbock, and can be reached at 806-775-1076.
Where can I access Lubbock County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel boundaries and map information are generally provided through the Lubbock Central Appraisal District. Look there for map or parcel viewer options covering the county's 137,860 parcels. Maps are for reference and are not a substitute for a legal survey of the property.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lubbock County?
Zoning and building permits for properties inside the City of Lubbock are handled by the city, so contact the city's planning or building offices for those. Outside city limits, Texas counties have limited zoning authority, so ask the county about permits for septic systems or road access.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lubbock County?
For a handful of properties, look up each parcel through the Lubbock Central Appraisal District. For larger lists, ask the district what data it provides under the Texas Public Information Act, and use the clerk's official records to confirm recent transfers.