Morris County, TX Property Records
Property records in Morris County, Texas, describe real estate in Daingerfield, Naples, Omaha and Lone Star, an area of lakes, timber and small farms. They generally include owner names, parcel and legal descriptions, appraised and taxable values, exemptions, and recorded deeds, deeds of trust, easements and liens. Owners and buyers rely on them to confirm title, check a valuation and trace a property's past transfers.
The Morris County Appraisal District, on Crockett Street in Daingerfield, maintains valuation and ownership data, and the Morris County Clerk files the recorded instruments. The state's directory of Morris County property records lists the district's address, phone number and website for reaching the right office.
Morris County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Morris County has a median rent of $783, lower than the Texas median of $874 and the national median of $840.25, so renting costs less here than in most places. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 26.74% of occupied homes, above the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%, which shows a somewhat larger rental market than average.
The median home value is $112,100, under the state figure of $130,900 and well under the national figure of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate is 1.14%, slightly below the Texas rate of 1.23% but still above the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are inexpensive, though taxes take a larger share of value than the national norm.
Income and employment are weaker spots. The median household income of $50,792 trails the state's $60,132 and the national $65,108, and the unemployment rate of 4.03% is higher than the state's 2.72% and the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe an affordable county with low rents and home values, moderate property taxes, a sizeable renter share, and incomes and job conditions that lag behind state and national averages.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Morris
Morris County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 10,886 total parcels, including 6,231 residential and 426 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 88.34% of the population. Recorded documents include 12,230 deeds and 4,580 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 3,223 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 10,886 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,231 |
| Commercial Parcels | 426 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 88.34% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 12,230 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,580 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,223 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 45 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender to another, while a release shows that a mortgage was paid off and the lien removed.
Morris County has 6,556 assignment and release records on file. They include 756 assignment documents and 5,788 release documents, along with 12 other documents, recorded from January 10, 2005, through August 26, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier loans were released, follow a mortgage as it passed between lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Morris County, TX Property Records
Morris County property records are maintained by the Morris County Clerk, who records deeds, mortgages, and related real estate documents. Together with assessment data, these records cover the county's 10,886 parcels and include ownership, values, and recorded transactions.
To search recorded documents, use the Morris County official records search, where you can look up deeds, mortgages, and other instruments. For office details and recording information, visit the Morris County Clerk page. The office is at 500 Broadnax Street, Daingerfield, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 903-645-3911.
For an overview of how property is appraised and taxed across Texas, see the Texas Comptroller property tax page.
Have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, check the results, and open the document that matches the property. If something is missing online, contact the clerk's office for help.
Morris Registrar of Deeds
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Morris County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Morris County property records by address?
Use the Morris County official records search to find recorded documents connected to an address or owner. Assessment records cover the county's 10,886 parcels, so details can also be confirmed with county offices. If the address search returns nothing, try a shorter address or call the Morris County Clerk at 903-645-3911.
How can I find property owners in Morris County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds, which you can search through the Morris County official records search. Deed records run from January 3, 2006, to August 20, 2025. You can also visit the Morris County Clerk in Daingerfield for help tracing ownership.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Morris County?
Morris County's assessment records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated October 9, 2024. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains how appraisals, notices, and protests work. For a specific parcel's value, call the Morris County Clerk at 903-645-3911 for the right office.
Where can I find Morris County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills come from the county's tax office rather than the clerk. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains bills and deadlines. To locate the correct office for payment history or a duplicate bill, call the Morris County Clerk at 903-645-3911 and ask for direction.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Morris County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Morris County Clerk. Search them through the Morris County official records search, or visit the Morris County Clerk at 500 Broadnax Street, Daingerfield, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Morris County parcel maps and GIS information?
Call the Morris County Clerk at 903-645-3911 to ask where parcel maps and GIS layers are published. The county's records cover 10,886 parcels, and the appraisal office that maintains the maps can supply boundaries. Parcel maps are for reference and are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Morris County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on location. Properties inside a city follow that city's building and zoning requirements, while rural land is mostly governed at the county level. Call the Morris County Clerk at 903-645-3911 to find the right office before you build or change a property's use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Morris County?
The online tools are built for single-property lookups, so a full owner list requires a records request. Contact the Morris County Clerk at 903-645-3911 to ask what is available, how to request it, and whether fees apply.