Columbia Property Records Search
Columbia property records are kept by the Boone County Recorder of Deeds. The recorder office is right in Columbia at the county courthouse. If you need to look up a deed, check who owns a parcel, or find a lien on real estate in Columbia, the Boone County Recorder is the place to go. You can search Columbia property records online through the county's website or visit the office at 801 E Walnut in Columbia. The Boone County Assessor also tracks property values and tax data for all real estate in Columbia and the rest of the county.
Columbia Quick Facts
Columbia Property Records at Boone County
Boone County handles all property records for Columbia. The Recorder of Deeds office is led by Bob Nolte. It files deeds, deeds of trust, liens, plats, and other land documents for every parcel in Columbia. When a property changes hands or a new mortgage gets placed on a home in Columbia, that document goes to the Boone County Recorder. Under Section 442.380 RSMo, all real estate documents must be recorded in the county where the property sits.
The Boone County Assessor tracks property values for tax purposes. Real property in Columbia gets reassessed every odd year. Homes are assessed at 19% of market value. Commercial property is at 32%. Farm land uses a 12% rate. These assessed values are public and you can look them up at no charge.
| Office | Boone County Recorder of Deeds |
|---|---|
| Recorder | Bob Nolte |
| Address | 801 E Walnut, Room 132 Columbia, MO 65201 |
| Phone | (573) 886-4345 |
| Website | showmeboone.com/recorder |
How to Search Property Records in Columbia
The Boone County Recorder has an online portal where you can search Columbia property records. Visit showmeboone.com/recorder to start your search. You can look up records by owner name, legal description, or document type. The site provides index information and may have scanned images of recorded documents for Columbia property.
The Boone County Recorder website gives you access to index data and document images for Columbia property records.
You can also visit the recorder office at 801 E Walnut in Columbia during business hours. Staff can help you find records and pull documents. Bring the property address or owner name. The office has public terminals for self-service searches. If you need a certified copy of a deed for a real estate closing or legal case, the staff can prepare one for you at the office. Call ahead at (573) 886-4345 to check hours and fees.
Note: Columbia property records filed before the county digitized its system may only be available in person at the recorder office.
Columbia Property Recording Fees
Recording fees for Columbia property documents follow the state schedule. The first page is $24. Each extra page costs $3. A $25 penalty applies if the document does not meet the format rules under Section 59.310 RSMo. That means 8.5 by 11 inch paper, a 3 inch top margin, and at least 8 point type size. These rules apply to every deed and land document filed at the Boone County Recorder for Columbia property.
Plain copies of Columbia property records cost a few dollars per page. Certified copies cost more. The recorder office can give you the exact rates when you call or visit.
Property Taxes in Columbia
Boone County collects property taxes for Columbia. Bills go out by November 1 and payment is due December 31. You can look up your tax bill and pay online through the Boone County Collector website. The Missouri Department of Revenue has details on state programs like the Missouri Property Tax Credit for people age 65 and older or those with a disability.
Columbia property owners may also qualify for the Homestead Preservation Credit or a disabled veteran exemption. These state programs can reduce your annual tax bill. Contact the Boone County Collector or check the state revenue site for details on how to apply. Assessment values update every odd year, so your Columbia property tax could change in 2025, 2027, and beyond.
Types of Columbia Property Records
The Boone County Recorder files many types of documents for Columbia property. Warranty deeds transfer full ownership with a guarantee. Quitclaim deeds pass along whatever interest the grantor holds. Deeds of trust secure loans against the property. Beneficiary deeds, allowed under RSMo 461.025, let an owner name someone to get the property at death and skip probate. Release deeds show when a loan has been paid off.
Plats, surveys, easements, and liens are also part of Columbia property records. Tax liens and mechanic's liens can affect title. All of these are public records. Anyone can search them without giving a reason. The Missouri Public Records Act makes sure these files stay open to everyone.
Historical Land Records for Columbia
For older Columbia property records, the Missouri State Archives holds land records from 1777 to 1969. This database has over 280,000 entries including federal land sales and state patents. The Bureau of Land Management also has federal land patents for Missouri. These tools can help trace Columbia property ownership back to the earliest days of the state.
The Missouri Recorders Association maintains a directory of all county recorders and their contact details. If you have trouble finding a specific Columbia property record, their site can point you in the right direction.
Boone County Property Records
Columbia is the county seat of Boone County. All property filings and deed recordings for Columbia go through the Boone County Recorder of Deeds at 801 E Walnut. For the full county page with office details, fee schedules, and more resources, visit the Boone County property records page.
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