Val Verde County, TX Property Records
Property records in Val Verde County, Texas, document ownership of land in Del Rio and the surrounding border and Lake Amistad area. They include deeds, deeds of trust, liens, plats and releases, plus tax and appraisal information tied to each parcel. Buyers, lenders and attorneys rely on them to verify title, check for outstanding liens and understand a property's history.
The County Clerk, at 400 Pecan Street in Del Rio, maintains the recorded real property documents, and the county website lists Property Records among the clerk's records, together with tax sales and foreclosure notices. Browse the Val Verde County Clerk property records section of the county website to get started. Values are set by the Val Verde Central Appraisal District.
Val Verde County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Val Verde County has a median rent of $913, higher than the Texas median of $874 and the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $104,300, well below both the state figure of $130,900 and the national figure of $173,750. Renter-occupied housing is unusually high at 67.04%, far above the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%, so most homes here are rented rather than owner-occupied.
The median property tax rate is 1.47%, above the Texas rate of 1.23% and roughly double the national rate of 0.74%. Combined with low home values, the high rate means owners pay a heavy tax relative to what their homes are worth.
Median household income is $50,297, below the state figure of $60,132 and the national figure of $65,108. With rents above average and incomes below average, many households face real affordability pressure.
The unemployment rate is 2.12%, lower than the state's 2.72% and the nation's 2.87%. Overall, Val Verde County has low home prices and low unemployment, but modest incomes, high rents, and a high tax rate.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Val Verde
Val Verde County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 33,061 total parcels, including 22,203 residential and 1,369 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 91.48% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 30,953 deeds and 11,461 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 13,793 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 33,061 |
| Residential Parcels | 22,203 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,369 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 91.48% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 30,953 |
| Mortgage Records | 11,461 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 13,793 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 62 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred from one lender or holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Val Verde County has 23,664 assignment and release records, made up of 3,318 assignment documents, 20,248 release documents, and 98 other documents. Assignments were recorded from September 3, 1998, through July 31, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, through July 31, 2025.
Buyers, lenders, and title researchers use these records to confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off, follow a loan between lenders, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Val Verde County, TX Property Records
The Val Verde County Clerk keeps the county's recorded real estate documents, including deeds and mortgages. Records cover 33,061 parcels, with 30,953 deed records and 11,461 mortgage records on file.
To search recorded documents, use the Val Verde County official records search, where you can look up instruments by name or date. The Val Verde County Clerk page describes the office's services and contact details, and the Val Verde County Clerk forms page lists forms for recording and requests. The office is at 400 Pecan Street, Del Rio, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM, at 830-774-7564.
For general background on Texas appraisals and tax rules, see the Texas Comptroller property tax resource.
Before you start, have an owner name, property address, or approximate recording date ready. Review the matching results and open the document that fits your property. If a record does not appear online, call the Clerk's office.
Val Verde Registrar of Deeds
Val Verde County Clerk
Val Verde County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Val Verde County property records by address?
Appraisal and tax records are organized by parcel, so begin with the address through the local appraisal district. Recorded documents can be searched in the Val Verde County official records search. If an address returns nothing, try the owner's name or call the County Clerk at 830-774-7564.
How can I find property owners in Val Verde County?
Owners appear in the county's appraisal records and in recorded deeds. Use the Val Verde County official records search to find a deed by name, or visit the County Clerk at 400 Pecan Street, Del Rio, on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Val Verde County?
Assessed values are part of the county's tax records, which reflect the 2024 assessment year across 33,061 parcels. Contact the local appraisal district for a specific parcel. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains appraisal notices and protests.
Where can I find Val Verde County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled by the county's tax office rather than the Clerk. Have your parcel number or address ready when you call to ask about a bill or payment history. The Texas Comptroller property tax page offers general guidance on Texas property taxes.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Val Verde County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and related documents, with deed records available from July 3, 2006. Search them in the official records search, or see the County Clerk page. You can also call 830-774-7564.
Where can I access Val Verde County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 33,061 parcels are usually kept by the local appraisal district. Ask that office whether it offers a map viewer or printed maps. Parcel maps are a reference tool, not a legal survey, so consult a licensed surveyor when boundaries matter.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Val Verde County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on location. Inside the City of Del Rio or another municipality, contact that city's office. For property outside city limits, call the county offices to ask which permits apply. The County Clerk at 830-774-7564 can direct you to the right department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Val Verde County?
The county's tools are built for individual lookups. Searching the official records by name shows documents for one party at a time. For a larger list, contact the County Clerk or the local appraisal district to ask what data is available and whether fees apply.