Don't guess which office to use. Follow this order:
- Ownership & tax value: Search the county Assessor (or Appraiser) for current owner, parcel data, and assessed value.
- Deeds & mortgages: Search the county Recorder (or Clerk) for recorded documents — deeds, mortgages, liens, easements.
- Tax bills & payments: Search the county Treasurer (or Tax Collector) for current tax amounts and payment status.
- Sales history: Often available through the Assessor or a combined property search portal.
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Use the databases below to search Alabama property records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I search Alabama property records? ▼
Don't guess which office to use. Start with the strategy box at the top of this page — it tells you whether to search the Assessor, Recorder, or Clerk first. Property records in Alabama are split across multiple offices.
Is there a single database for all Alabama property records? ▼
No. There is no single database for all Alabama property records. Ownership, tax assessments, deeds, and liens are each maintained by different county offices. Use the databases listed on this page.
What is the difference between the Assessor and the Recorder? ▼
The Assessor determines property value for tax purposes. The Recorder (or Clerk) records deeds, mortgages, liens, and other documents. They are separate offices with separate databases.
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