Martin County, TX Property Records
Martin County, Texas, property records document land ownership in the oil-producing area around Stanton, the county seat, including farms, ranches, town lots and mineral interests. They include recorded deeds, deeds of trust, liens, easements, plats and mineral or royalty instruments, along with appraisal roll data on each parcel's owner and value.
Instruments are recorded with the Martin County Clerk at the courthouse in Stanton, and assessed values are set by the Martin Central Appraisal District. The records help buyers, lenders, landowners and title researchers verify ownership, review taxable values and research a property's history. The Texas Comptroller's local appraisal district and tax office directory lists the contact details for the Martin County appraisal office.
Martin County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Martin County has a median rent of $805, below the Texas median of $874 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 31.7% of occupied homes, noticeably above the state figure of 24.06% and the national figure of 21.81%.
The median home value is $147,250, higher than the Texas median of $130,900 but below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate is 1%, under the state rate of 1.23% and above the national rate of 0.74%, giving owners a moderate tax cost.
Median household income is $80,852, far above both the Texas figure of $60,132 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 5.41%, higher than the state rate of 2.72% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a county with strong incomes, affordable rents, home values between the state and national levels, moderate taxes and a larger share of renters, alongside higher unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Martin
Martin County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 7,058 total parcels, including 4,540 residential and 174 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 90.59% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 7,861 deeds and 2,768 mortgages, and valuation data exists for 741 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 7,058 |
| Residential Parcels | 4,540 |
| Commercial Parcels | 174 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 90.59% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 7,861 |
| Mortgage Records | 2,768 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 741 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 5 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what became of a mortgage once it was recorded. Assignments transfer a loan to a new lender or servicer, while releases show that a loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Martin County has 4,017 assignment and release records: 698 assignment documents, 3,300 release documents and 19 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 7, 2005, to August 29, 2025, and releases from January 7, 2005, to August 12, 2025.
For property research, these records help verify that earlier mortgages were paid off, trace a loan through its holders and identify liens that could affect a sale or refinance.
How to Search Martin County, TX Property Records
Martin County property records are kept by the county clerk, which records deeds, mortgages and other real estate documents, and by the appraisal district, which maintains assessment data for the county's 7,058 parcels.
The Martin County Clerk page has office information. The office is at 301 N St. Peter Street, Stanton, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. For recorded documents, use the Martin County official records search.
For assessment questions, the Texas county appraisal district directory shows how to reach the appraisal district serving Martin County, and the Texas property tax resource page explains exemptions and protests.
Have an owner name, address or parcel number ready, enter it in the search, and open the record that matches the property. To ask about a document, call the clerk at 432-756-3412.
Martin Registrar of Deeds
Martin County Clerk
Martin County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Martin County property records by address?
Use the appraisal district serving Martin County, found in the Texas Comptroller directory, to look up a parcel by street address. To see recorded deeds and mortgages, try the official records search with the owner name.
How can I find property owners in Martin County?
Owners of record for the county's 7,058 parcels are listed by the appraisal district. Recorded deeds from the clerk show transfers, and you can search them in the official records or call 432-756-3412.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Martin County?
The appraisal district sets assessed values, and the county's tax records show the 2024 assessment year. Find the district through the Texas Comptroller directory and ask for a value by owner name or account number. Protest information is on the property tax page.
Where can I find Martin County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county tax assessor-collector. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains billing and due dates. For a Martin County account, contact the tax office in Stanton with an owner name or parcel number.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Martin County?
The Martin County Clerk records deeds, mortgages and related documents. Search them in the official records search, which holds deeds from January 4, 2006, to July 31, 2025, or visit the clerk page. The office is at 301 N St. Peter Street, Stanton.
Where can I access Martin County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are typically provided by the appraisal district. Use the Texas Comptroller directory to reach the district and ask about a map or viewer. Maps are for reference and are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Martin County?
Inside Stanton or another city, ask the city about permits and zoning. In unincorporated areas, Texas counties have limited zoning powers, so call the clerk at 432-756-3412 to learn which office handles a permit.
How can I create a list of property owners in Martin County?
Look up parcels one at a time, or ask the appraisal district what data it provides under the Texas Public Information Act. The clerk's official records help confirm recent ownership transfers.