Madison County, TX Property Records
Property records in Madison, Texas, cover homes, farmland and timber tracts around Madisonville and the rest of the county. They typically include recorded deeds, deeds of trust, liens, releases, easements and plats, plus appraisal information such as parcel ownership and assessed value.
The Madison County Clerk in Madisonville maintains the Official Public Records, where these instruments are filed and indexed. People rely on them to verify ownership, research boundaries, prepare for a closing or review recorded debts against a property. The Madison County Clerk's page describes filing requirements and points to the online land records search, and the county's appraisal district handles valuation questions.
Madison County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Madison County has a median rent of $973, higher than the Texas median of $874 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 22.15% of occupied homes, a little below the state figure of 24.06% and just above the national figure of 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value is $166,000, above the Texas median of $130,900 and a bit under the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate is 1.09%, lower than the state rate of 1.23% but higher than the national rate of 0.74%.
Median household income is $67,574, higher than both the Texas figure of $60,132 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.35%, above the state rate of 2.72% and the national rate of 2.87%, a sign that jobs are somewhat harder to find locally despite strong incomes.
The figures describe a county with above-average rents and home values, comparatively moderate taxes, strong household income and slightly elevated unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Madison
Madison County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 11,100 total parcels, including 6,238 residential and 476 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 93.93% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 12,596 deeds and 4,024 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 1,894 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 11,100 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,238 |
| Commercial Parcels | 476 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.93% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 12,596 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,894 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 257 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred to a new holder, and a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien cleared.
Madison County has 6,159 assignment and release records, including 1,149 assignment documents, 4,983 release documents and 27 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 10, 2005, to July 24, 2025, and releases from January 10, 2005, to July 29, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners and title researchers confirm that earlier loans were released, follow a mortgage between lenders and spot liens that might still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Madison County, TX Property Records
Madison 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 11,100 parcels.
The Madison County Clerk page has office information. The clerk is at 103 W. Trinity Street, Madisonville, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. To search recorded documents online, use the Madison County official records search, which covers deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases.
For appraisal data, the Texas county appraisal district directory lists how to reach the appraisal district serving Madison County, and the Texas property tax resource page explains exemptions and protests.
Have an owner name, address or parcel number ready, search the records, and open the entry that matches the property. If you cannot find a document, call the clerk at 936-241-6210.
Madison Registrar of Deeds
Madison County Clerk
Madison County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Madison County property records by address?
Parcel searches by address go through the appraisal district serving Madison County, listed in the Texas Comptroller directory. To see recorded documents tied to a property, use the Madison County official records search and enter the owner name or a document date range.
How can I find property owners in Madison County?
The appraisal district lists the owner of record for each of the county's 11,100 parcels. To verify a transfer, search the official records for the recorded deed, or call the Madison County Clerk at 936-241-6210.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Madison County?
The appraisal district sets values for each assessment year, and Madison County's tax records reflect 2024. Locate the district through the Texas Comptroller directory and request the appraised value by owner name or account number. The property tax page covers protests.
Where can I find Madison County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued by the county tax assessor-collector. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains how bills and due dates work. For an account in Madison County, contact the tax office in Madisonville with the owner name or parcel number.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Madison County?
The Madison County Clerk records deeds, mortgages and related documents. Search online through the official records search, which holds deeds from January 2, 2006, to July 25, 2025. The office is at 103 W. Trinity Street, Madisonville.
Where can I access Madison County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are usually provided by the appraisal district. Find the district in the Texas Comptroller directory and ask about a parcel map or viewer for the county's 11,100 parcels. Maps are reference tools, not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Madison County?
For property inside Madisonville or another city, check with that city's offices. In unincorporated areas, Texas counties have limited zoning authority, so call the Madison County Clerk at 936-241-6210 to find out which office handles a permit.
How can I create a list of property owners in Madison County?
Build a list by looking up parcels one by one or by asking the appraisal district about data requests under the Texas Public Information Act. The clerk's official records can then confirm recent ownership transfers.