Potter County, TX Property Records
Property records in Potter, Texas, are the public documents that show who owns real estate in Potter County and what has been recorded against it. They include deeds, deeds of trust and mortgages, releases of lien, easements, plats, and related instruments, plus appraisal and tax details for individual parcels.
Buyers use them to confirm title, owners use them to review what is on file for their property, and lenders, title companies, and researchers rely on them to follow transfers and liens. Recorded documents are kept by the County Clerk in Amarillo, and the official Potter County Clerk records page offers office details and access to the online records search.
Potter County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Potter County's median rent is $962, higher than the Texas median of $874 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 48.75% of occupied homes, about double the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%, which makes Potter County a strongly renter-oriented market.
The median home value is $130,600, nearly identical to the Texas median of $130,900 and well below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.59% is above the state rate of 1.23% and more than double the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are modestly priced, but owners pay a considerably higher share of value in property taxes than is typical.
The median household income of $52,075 is below both the Texas figure of $60,132 and the national figure of $65,108. With rents above the state median, lower incomes mean housing costs weigh more heavily on many households.
The unemployment rate of 2.16% is lower than the state rate of 2.72% and the national rate of 2.87%, so jobs are relatively available despite the lower incomes. Overall, the figures describe a renter-heavy county with average home values, high property tax rates, and below-average incomes.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Potter
Potter County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 56,546 total parcels, including 40,313 residential and 3,741 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.29% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 91,622 deeds and 35,410 mortgages, with valuation data for 34,715 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 56,546 |
| Residential Parcels | 40,313 |
| Commercial Parcels | 3,741 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.29% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 91,622 |
| Mortgage Records | 35,410 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 34,715 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,978 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a loan from one lender or holder to another, while a release shows that a mortgage was paid off and the lien lifted from the property.
Potter County has 67,114 assignment and release records available. They include 10,168 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to September 2, 2025, and 56,831 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to September 2, 2025, along with 115 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier loans were satisfied, follow a mortgage as it passed between lenders, and identify liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. With roughly two decades of coverage, they also make it easier to review a property's financing over time.
How to Search Potter County, TX Property Records
Property records in Potter County are maintained by the Potter County Clerk, which records deeds, mortgages, releases, and other real estate documents. The county has 56,546 parcels, with deed and mortgage records dating from January 3, 2005, through August 22, 2025, along with valuation and foreclosure data.
To search recorded documents online, use the Potter County Official Records search, where you can look up instruments by name, date, or document type. The Potter County Clerk page provides office information and services, and the county's eRecording vendor links page lists options for submitting documents for recording electronically. For appraisal and assessment details, the Potter-Randall Appraisal District is the local appraisal authority.
Begin with the owner or grantor name, the property address, or a document number. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the record that matches your property. Deeds show the parties and legal description, while deeds of trust and releases show loan and lien activity.
The County Clerk is at 500 South Fillmore Street, Amarillo, TX 79101, phone 806-379-2275, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Potter County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Potter County property records by address?
Recorded documents are searched through the Potter County Official Records portal by name, date, or document details. For appraisal information tied to a street address, try the Potter-Randall Appraisal District. To match an address to a record, call the Potter County Clerk at 806-379-2275.
How can I find property owners in Potter County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the Potter County Official Records by name to see who acquired or transferred a property. Appraisal records through the Potter-Randall Appraisal District also list owners. The Potter County Clerk can assist at 806-379-2275.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Potter County?
Assessed values are set by the appraisal district. Visit the Potter-Randall Appraisal District to look up a property's value. The county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, covering 56,546 parcels. The Texas Comptroller property tax resources explain how values and rates work.
Where can I find Potter County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued and collected by the county's tax office rather than the clerk. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains how Texas property taxes work. To find the right local office, call the Potter County Clerk at 806-379-2275 for a referral.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Potter County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases, and other recorded documents are kept by the Potter County Clerk. Search them through the Potter County Official Records portal. Deed records run from January 3, 2005, through August 22, 2025, and the clerk's office at 500 South Fillmore Street can help in person.
Where can I access Potter County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are typically published by the appraisal district, so check the Potter-Randall Appraisal District for map tools. Recorded plats and surveys can be found through the Official Records search. Maps are helpful for reference but are not a substitute for a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Potter County?
Permits and zoning depend on whether a property lies inside a city, since cities usually run their own programs. Start with the Potter County Clerk at 806-379-2275 for guidance on the right office, and contact the city's permitting department for properties within city limits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Potter County?
The online tools are built for individual lookups. To compile a list, search recorded deeds in the Official Records portal across a date range, or contact the Potter County Clerk at 806-379-2275 to ask what bulk records are available and any fees.