Travis County, TX Property Records
Property records in Travis County, Texas, document the ownership and recorded history of real estate in Austin and throughout the county. They include deeds, deeds of trust, liens, releases, plats, and other instruments filed in the Official Public Records. Buyers, lenders, attorneys, and homeowners use them to confirm title, check for liens, and research a property's history.
Recording is handled by the Travis County Clerk, whose Recording division offers searches and copies of records. Visit the Travis County Clerk's records search to search recorded documents, or call (512) 854-9188, Monday through Friday. The clerk also maintains offices at the Heman Marion Sweatt Courthouse, 1000 Guadalupe Street, and the airport location at 5501 Airport Boulevard.
Travis County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Travis County has a median rent of $1,617, far above the Texas median of $874 and nearly double the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 42.68% of homes, much higher than the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%, reflecting the large rental market in and around Austin.
The median home value is $484,350, several times the state median of $130,900 and the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 1.47% is above the Texas rate of 1.23% and about double the national rate of 0.74%. With such high values, the annual tax bill on a typical home is substantial.
Median household income is $96,001.50, well above the state figure of $60,132 and the national figure of $65,108, which helps offset the high housing costs. The unemployment rate of 2.73% is close to the Texas rate of 2.72% and slightly below the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a high-cost, high-income county with expensive homes and rents, a large renter population, above-average property taxes, and employment in line with the state.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Travis
Travis County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 439,769 total parcels, including 412,705 residential and 14,562 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 90.87% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 1,115,724 deeds and 695,011 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 351,632 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 439,769 |
| Residential Parcels | 412,705 |
| Commercial Parcels | 14,562 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 90.87% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 1,115,724 |
| Mortgage Records | 695,011 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 351,632 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 195,829 |
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 or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Travis County has 906,191 assignment and release records available for research. They include 113,800 assignment documents and 791,180 release documents, along with 1,211 other documents. Assignments were recorded from December 22, 2003, and releases from June 18, 1997, with both running through August 29, 2025.
For property research, these records help confirm that earlier loans were released, show how a mortgage moved between lenders, and reveal liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The long date range also lets researchers focus on a specific period of a property's history.
How to Search Travis County, TX Property Records
Travis County property records are maintained by the Travis County Clerk's Recording Division, which records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents. The county's records cover 439,769 parcels, with deeds recorded back to 1989 and mortgages to 1990, so a search can show ownership transfers, loans, releases, and foreclosure filings.
To look up recorded documents, use the Travis County official records search. The Recording Division page lists services and contacts, the real property recording page covers eRecording and filing requirements, and the recording forms page has the paperwork.
The office is at 5501 Airport Boulevard, Austin, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can call 512-854-9188 for help.
Before searching, gather the owner name, property address, or document details. Enter the most complete information you have, review the matching results, and open the record that fits the property you are researching.
Travis Registrar of Deeds
Travis County Clerk Recording Division
Travis County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Travis County property records by address?
Use the Travis County official records search to find recorded documents tied to a property. If an address search does not return a match, try the owner name. You can also call the Recording Division at 512-854-9188 or visit 5501 Airport Boulevard, Austin, on weekdays.
How can I find property owners in Travis County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the official records search by name to find the deed that transferred a property. Deeds in the county's records go back to January 3, 1989. The Recording Division can help if you cannot find a record.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Travis County?
Travis County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Assessed values come from the local appraisal district rather than the County Clerk. The Texas Comptroller's property tax resources explain how appraisals work and how to find your appraisal district.
Where can I find Travis County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled by the county's tax office rather than the Recording Division. The Texas Comptroller's property tax page explains how Texas property taxes work. For recorded liens or related documents, search the official records or call 512-854-9188.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Travis County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the County Clerk's Recording Division. Search them at tccsearch.org or review the real property recording page. The office is at 5501 Airport Boulevard, Austin, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Travis County parcel maps and GIS information?
Travis County has 439,769 parcels, and parcel maps are generally maintained by the appraisal district and county mapping offices rather than the Recording Division. Call 512-854-9188 to be pointed to the right office. Parcel maps are for reference and are not a legal survey of property lines.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Travis County?
Permits and zoning are handled locally. Properties inside Austin or another city follow that city's building and zoning rules, while unincorporated areas are regulated by the county. Call the Recording Division at 512-854-9188 to learn which office covers your address.
How can I create a list of property owners in Travis County?
The county's online tools are built for property-by-property lookups through the official records search. For a larger list or bulk records, contact the Recording Division at 512-854-9188 and ask what is available and how to submit a request.