Kittitas County, WA Property Records
Property records in Kittitas, Washington provide important details about land and real estate, including parcel boundaries, ownership information, assessed values, tax history, legal descriptions, and recorded documents such as deeds or liens. These records are useful for homebuyers, property owners, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing valuation, or understanding a property’s history.
Official records for properties in Kittitas are maintained primarily at the county level. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the Kittitas County Assessor’s Office, while recorded documents may be available through the county auditor or recording office. To begin a search, visit the Kittitas County government’s page for official property records, where users can find tools and contact information for obtaining accurate, current property information.
Kittitas County, WA Property Records & Statistics
Kittitas County has a median rent of $1,154.50, above the Washington median of $1,019 and well above the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 32.05% of occupied homes, compared with 25.55% statewide and 21.81% nationally, a high share that reflects the student and seasonal population around Ellensburg and the Cascades.
The median home value is $429,600, much higher than the state's $318,300 and the national median of $173,750. Property taxes are notably light: the county's median property tax rate is 0.56%, well under the state rate of 0.77% and the national rate of 0.74%. Owners pay a relatively low rate even though values are elevated.
The median household income is $69,542, just above the state's $68,789 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.38%, higher than the state rate of 3.02% and the national rate of 2.87%, suggesting a labor market with slightly more slack than average.
Overall, the figures describe a market with expensive homes and rents, a large renter population, a low property tax rate, and incomes near the state level alongside somewhat higher unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Kittitas
Kittitas County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 39,974 total parcels, with tax records covering 93.88% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 72,174 deeds and 36,130 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 18,251 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 39,974 |
| Residential Parcels | 21,647 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,085 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.88% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 72,174 |
| Mortgage Records | 36,130 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 18,251 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 312 |
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 satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Kittitas County has 50,917 assignment and release records available for research. They include 4,825 assignment documents and 46,019 release documents, along with 73 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 2, 2025, and releases from May 1, 2001, through September 2, 2025.
These records show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans have been paid off. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to follow a loan between lenders and to confirm that old mortgages were released before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Kittitas County, WA Property Records
Kittitas County property records are available through the Kittitas County Auditor's Office in Ellensburg, which records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents. The county's records cover 39,974 parcels, including ownership, assessed values, and recorded transactions.
To look up recorded documents, use the Kittitas County official records search, where you can search deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases after accepting the disclaimer. The Kittitas County Auditor recording page explains recording requirements and fees, and the Kittitas County Auditor forms page lists forms.
The Auditor's Office is at 205 W 5th Avenue, Ellensburg, and is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 509-962-7504 with questions.
Before you search, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches your property. Deeds show ownership transfers, while mortgages and releases show financing history. If a record does not appear online, contact the Auditor's Office.
Kittitas Registrar of Deeds
The Kittitas County Probate Office is located at 205 W 5th Avenue, Ellensburg, WA, 98926 and can be reached at 509-962-7504. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through aur.co.kittitas.wa.us or the official website co.kittitas.wa.us.
Kittitas County Auditor's Office
Kittitas County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Kittitas County property records by address?
Use the Kittitas County official records search to find recorded deeds and mortgages for a property. For assessment details tied to an address, contact the county assessor through the Kittitas County website, or call the Auditor's Office at 509-962-7504.
How can I find property owners in Kittitas County?
Recorded deeds show owners. Search them in the Kittitas County official records search by name or document type, and open the latest deed. The Auditor's Office at 205 W 5th Avenue, Ellensburg, can also help on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Kittitas County?
The Kittitas County Assessor sets assessed values, and the county's records reflect the 2025 assessment year. Reach the Assessor through the Kittitas County website with an address or parcel number. The Auditor's Office at 509-962-7504 can direct you if you are unsure where to go.
Where can I find Kittitas County property tax bills and payment records?
The Kittitas County Treasurer issues and collects property tax bills, reachable through the Kittitas County website. Keep your parcel number ready when you request a bill or payment history. For recorded liens, call the Auditor's Office at 509-962-7504.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Kittitas County?
The Auditor's Office keeps deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. Search them with the Kittitas County official records search, or read the Auditor recording page. Deed records run from January 1, 1999, through August 28, 2025.
Where can I access Kittitas County parcel maps and GIS information?
Kittitas County has 39,974 parcels, and parcel maps are maintained by county departments rather than the Auditor. Start at the Kittitas County website to find mapping and GIS resources. If you can't find a map, call 509-962-7504 and ask which office provides parcel boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Kittitas County?
Permits and zoning in unincorporated Kittitas County are handled by the county's community development staff, while cities such as Ellensburg manage their own rules inside city limits. Begin at the Kittitas County website and confirm which jurisdiction covers your property.
How can I create a list of property owners in Kittitas County?
County tools are built for lookups one property at a time. Use the Kittitas County official records search to collect owners from recorded deeds. For larger lists or bulk records, call the Auditor's Office at 509-962-7504 to ask what is available.