Adams County, WA Property Records
Property records in Adams, Washington, document key details about real estate parcels, including ownership information, legal descriptions, parcel numbers, assessed values, property tax data, land characteristics, and recorded transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review tax assessments, evaluate property history, or confirm parcel boundaries and valuation details.
Official Adams property records are maintained by county offices such as the Assessor and Auditor. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the Adams County Assessor’s official property records page, while recorded documents such as deeds may be available through the county’s recording office. For the most accurate and current information, users should rely on Adams County’s official government resources.
Adams County, WA Property Records & Statistics
Adams County has a median rent of $818.50, which is below the Washington median of $1,019 and slightly under the national figure of $840.25. Renters here pay noticeably less than the typical renter elsewhere in the state. Renter-occupied housing makes up 29.07% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 25.55% and the national share of 21.81%, so rental housing plays a larger role in the local market than it does across Washington as a whole.
The median home value in Adams County is $178,750, far below the state median of $318,300 and just above the national median of $173,750. Homes are much more affordable than in most of Washington. Property taxes, however, run a little higher: the county's median property tax rate of 0.86% compares with 0.77% statewide and 0.74% nationally, so owners pay a larger share of their home's value each year than the average Washington or U.S. homeowner.
Median household income is $65,228, below the state's $68,789 but marginally above the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.32% is higher than both the state rate of 3.02% and the national rate of 2.87%, suggesting a somewhat softer job market than average.
Overall, the figures describe a lower-cost county in which housing is inexpensive relative to the state, incomes are close to national levels, and a larger-than-average share of residents rent.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Adams
Adams County property records include tax assessor data, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data and foreclosure filings. The county has 15,023 total parcels, including 6,243 residential and 492 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 98.46% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Recorder holds 21,823 deed records and 8,825 mortgage records, and valuation data is available for 4,373 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 15,023 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,243 |
| Commercial Parcels | 492 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 98.46% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 21,823 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,825 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,373 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 93 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records document what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred from one lender or servicer to another, while a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Adams County has 13,993 assignment and release records. They include 2,187 assignment documents recorded from January 11, 2005, to August 25, 2025, and 11,751 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to August 26, 2025, along with 55 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners and researchers trace a mortgage through its history, confirm that earlier loans were released, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The date ranges make it easy to focus on documents recorded in a particular period.
How to Search Adams County, WA Property Records
Adams County recorded documents are handled by the Adams County Auditor's Office at 210 W. Broadway, Ritzville, WA 99169. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 509-659-3247. The county holds 15,023 parcels, along with 21,823 deed records and 8,825 mortgage records that include ownership transfers, loans and related filings.
Start with the Adams County Auditor's Office page, which explains recording services and how to request recorded documents. For assessment and parcel questions, the Adams County website lists the Assessor and Treasurer departments, where you can ask about assessed values and tax statements. The Washington Department of Revenue property tax page explains how assessments and levies work statewide.
To search, gather the property address, owner name or parcel number. Look up the parcel to confirm the owner and legal description, then request or search recorded deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases by name or document date. Deed records run from January 11, 2001, to August 28, 2025, so older filings may need a request to the office.
If a record doesn't appear online, call the Auditor's Office and staff can point you to the right document.
Adams Registrar of Deeds
The Adams County Probate Office is located at 210 W. Broadway, Ritzville, WA, 99169 and can be reached at 509-659-3247. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website co.adams.wa.us.
Adams County Auditor's Office
Adams County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Adams County property records by address?
Begin with the Adams County website and look for the Assessor's parcel lookup, entering the street address to find the parcel. If the address doesn't match, try fewer words or search by owner name or parcel number. For recorded documents tied to the address, call the Auditor's Office at 509-659-3247.
How can I find property owners in Adams County?
Owner names appear in assessor parcel records and on recorded deeds. The county has 15,023 parcels, and the Auditor's Office holds 21,823 deed records dating from January 11, 2001. Search a parcel by address or number to see the owner, or contact the Adams County Auditor's Office for help with deed searches.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Adams County?
Assessed values are set by the county Assessor, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Look up the parcel through the Adams County website to see its value. The Washington Department of Revenue explains how assessments, levies and appeals work if you need to question a value.
Where can I find Adams County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes in Adams County are billed and collected by the county Treasurer. Find tax statements and payment options through the Adams County website under the Treasurer department. Keep your parcel number handy. If you can't locate a bill, the Auditor's Office at 509-659-3247 can direct you to the right department.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Adams County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases are recorded by the Adams County Auditor's Office, 210 W. Broadway, Ritzville. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Deed records are available from January 11, 2001, and mortgage records from August 1, 2005, so older documents may need a staff request.
Where can I access Adams County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are maintained by the county. Check the Adams County website for mapping tools and the Assessor's parcel information. Parcel maps are a reference tool, not a legal survey. If you need boundary details, ask the Assessor's Office or consult a licensed surveyor.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Adams County?
Permits and zoning in unincorporated Adams County are handled by the county's planning and building departments, listed on the Adams County website. If the property is inside a city such as Ritzville, contact that city's office instead, since cities administer their own zoning and building rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Adams County?
The county's online records are designed for lookups of individual properties. For a list of owners, such as for a mailing, request parcel and ownership information from the Assessor through the Adams County website or call the Auditor's Office at 509-659-3247 to ask what bulk data is available and any fees.