Runnels County, TX Property Records
Runnels, Texas, property records are the official documents that describe land ownership and real estate transactions in Runnels County. They include deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases, parcel and assessment data, valuation figures, and foreclosure notices. They help buyers verify ownership, help owners check assessments, and support title research and due diligence.
Recorded documents are maintained by the Runnels County Clerk in Ballinger, and the county's online official records search lets you look up recorded instruments by name or date.
Runnels County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Runnels County has a median rent of $794, below the Texas median of $874 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 18.62% of homes, lower than the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%, so most households own.
The median home value is $127,450, slightly below the state median of $130,900 and well under the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.29% is a little above the Texas rate of 1.23% and well above the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are affordable, but the tax rate is somewhat heavier than average.
The median household income is $54,610.50, below the state figure of $60,132 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.7% is well below 2.72% in Texas and 2.87% nationally.
Overall, Runnels County is an affordable, owner-oriented market with modest rents and home values, slightly higher taxes, lower incomes, and low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Runnels
Runnels County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 12,866 total parcels, including 5,736 residential and 896 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 93.49% of the population. Recorded documents include 11,380 deeds and 4,594 mortgages, and valuation data covers 3,100 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 12,866 |
| Residential Parcels | 5,736 |
| Commercial Parcels | 896 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.49% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 11,380 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,594 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,100 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 2 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a loan being passed to a new lender or holder, while a release shows the debt was repaid and the lien removed.
Runnels County has 2,976 assignment and release records, including 406 assignment documents, 2,566 release documents, and 4 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 12, 2005, to August 5, 2025, and releases from March 11, 2005, to August 28, 2025.
These records let buyers, owners, and title researchers see who holds a mortgage and confirm that earlier loans were released. They are useful before a sale or refinance, when open liens need to be identified.
How to Search Runnels County, TX Property Records
Runnels County property records are recorded by the County Clerk, who maintains deeds, mortgages, and related documents for the county's 12,866 parcels. You can find ownership transfers, loan records, assignments, releases, and foreclosure notices, searching by name, document type, or recording date.
To look up recorded documents online, use the Runnels County official records search. For tax and appraisal background, the Texas Comptroller's property tax resources explain how Texas counties appraise property and where to find the local appraisal district.
To search, open the records portal, enter a grantor or grantee name, narrow results by date range or document type, and open the matching instrument. The clerk's office is at 613 Hutchings Avenue in Ballinger, open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 325-365-2720.
Have an owner name and approximate recording date ready to speed up your search.
Runnels Registrar of Deeds
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Runnels County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Runnels County property records by address?
Assessment records are held by the appraisal district, which can find a parcel by address. Recorded documents are searched by name or date in the Runnels County official records search. If you cannot find a match, call the County Clerk at 325-365-2720.
How can I find property owners in Runnels County?
Search deeds by grantor or grantee name in the official records search to trace ownership transfers recorded from January 3, 2006. The appraisal district can also confirm a parcel's current owner, and the County Clerk can answer questions about recorded documents.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Runnels County?
Assessed values are set by the appraisal district, and county records show the 2024 assessment year with an assessor update on October 2, 2024. Contact the district for a parcel's value. The Texas Comptroller's property tax resources explain notices and protests.
Where can I find Runnels County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills come from the county tax assessor-collector rather than the County Clerk. The Texas Comptroller's property tax resources can help locate the tax office, or call the courthouse in Ballinger. Have the parcel number or owner name ready.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Runnels County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases. Search them through the official records search, or visit the office at 613 Hutchings Avenue, Ballinger, open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, phone 325-365-2720.
Where can I access Runnels County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for Runnels County's 12,866 parcels are generally provided by the appraisal district. Ask the district whether it offers a map viewer or map sheets. Maps are for reference only and do not replace a licensed survey for boundary questions.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Runnels County?
Permit rules depend on location. Properties inside Ballinger or another town follow that city's building and zoning rules, while rural land is handled at the county level with limited zoning authority. Contact the city office or county courthouse before building.
How can I create a list of property owners in Runnels County?
The online tools support one-property lookups. To build an owner list, request parcel and owner data from the appraisal district for your area, and call the County Clerk at 325-365-2720 about recorded deeds for a period. Staff can explain what bulk records and fees apply.