Waller County, TX Property Records
Property records in Waller County, Texas, document ownership and transfers of land across Hempstead, Brookshire, Waller and Katy-area communities. They include recorded deeds, deeds of trust, liens, subdivision plats and releases, along with appraisal data used for tax bills. Home buyers, developers and title companies use them to confirm ownership and check subdivisions and easements in a fast-growing county.
The Waller County Clerk maintains the Official Public Records, real property records and subdivision plat records from the courthouse at 836 Austin Street in Hempstead, with an annex in Brookshire. See the Waller County Clerk property records page for searches and office details, or call 979-826-7711. Values are set by the Waller County Appraisal District.
Waller County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Waller County has a median rent of $1,114, well above the Texas median of $874 and the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $247,950, far higher than the state's $130,900 and the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing is 36.03% of occupied homes, above the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%.
The median property tax rate is 1.47%, higher than the Texas rate of 1.23% and about double the national rate of 0.74%. Combined with high home values, this means property tax bills here can be large.
Median household income is $51,402.50, below the state figure of $60,132 and the national figure of $65,108. Incomes lag behind rents and home prices, so housing costs take a larger share of household budgets than in many Texas counties.
The unemployment rate is 2.74%, nearly equal to the state's 2.72% and just under the national 2.87%. Overall, Waller County is a high-cost housing market with modest incomes and average employment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Waller
Waller County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 42,928 total parcels, including 31,279 residential and 1,108 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 61.49% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 57,587 deeds and 19,437 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 18,395 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 42,928 |
| Residential Parcels | 31,279 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,108 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 61.49% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 57,587 |
| Mortgage Records | 19,437 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 18,395 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 84 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after recording. An assignment shows a loan moving from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Waller County has 27,999 assignment and release records, including 4,459 assignment documents, 23,482 release documents, and 58 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 27, 2025, and releases over the same range.
These records help buyers, owners, and title researchers confirm that earlier loans were released, trace a mortgage between lenders, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Waller County, TX Property Records
The Waller County Clerk keeps the county's recorded real estate documents. The records cover 42,928 parcels, with 57,587 deed records and 19,437 mortgage records dating from January 2006.
To search recorded documents, use the Waller County official records search, where deeds, mortgages, and other instruments can be found by name or date. The Waller County Clerk page describes the office's services, and the Waller County real property recording page explains recording and eRecording. The Clerk is at 836 Austin Street, Hempstead, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at 979-826-7711.
For general guidance on Texas appraisals and taxes, see the Texas Comptroller property tax resource.
Have an owner name, address, or approximate recording date ready, review the results, and open the matching document. Call the Clerk if you can't find a record online.
Waller Registrar of Deeds
Waller County Clerk
Waller County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Waller County property records by address?
Appraisal and tax records are organized by parcel, so start with the address through the local appraisal district. Recorded documents can be searched in the Waller County official records search. If an address fails, try the owner name or call the County Clerk at 979-826-7711.
How can I find property owners in Waller County?
Ownership appears in appraisal records and in recorded deeds. Search the official records by name, or visit the County Clerk at 836 Austin Street, Hempstead, on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Waller County?
Assessed values are part of the county's tax records, which reflect the 2024 assessment year across 42,928 parcels. Contact the local appraisal district for a specific parcel. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains notices and protests.
Where can I find Waller County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are handled by the county's tax office rather than the Clerk. Have your parcel number or address ready when you call about a bill or payment history. The Texas Comptroller property tax page provides general information on Texas property taxes.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Waller County?
The County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Search the official records, or see the real property recording page for recording and eRecording details. You can also call 979-826-7711.
Where can I access Waller County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 42,928 parcels are usually kept by the local appraisal district. Ask that office whether it offers an online map viewer or printed maps. Parcel maps are a reference, not a legal survey, so use a licensed surveyor when boundaries matter.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Waller County?
Rules depend on location. Within a city such as Hempstead or Brookshire, contact the city office. For land outside city limits, call the county offices to ask which permits apply. The County Clerk at 979-826-7711 can direct you.
How can I create a list of property owners in Waller County?
The county's online tools are built for individual lookups, and the official records search shows documents 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.