How to Search for Oklahoma City Property Records

Oklahoma City property records are public; anyone can search for them and use them however they like without reason. Searching through property records, you could find deeds, ownership history, liens, mortgages, foreclosures, bankruptcies, property values, taxes, and more. However, you must know where to look for the records you want. Use the government resources below to find Oklahoma City property records.

Oklahoma County Clerk

The Oklahoma County Clerk is the repository for many property records, such as deeds, mortgages, and liens. You can request public property records through their website by downloading the proper form and submitting it in person or by mail. They even have a document request form on the website. The office is located in the Oklahoma County Annex Building, 320 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73102.

Oklahoma County Assessor

The Oklahoma County Assessor's Office set up a robust search tool for the public to search property records. You can search by a variety of criteria, including the owner's name, property address, Real Acct#, Personal Acct#, subdivision, map#, deed book & page, or building name. You can even search for sales and deed transfers using this tool.

City of OKC Open Data Portal

The Oklahoma City set up an Open Data Portal where the public can search for property information. You can search by property address, street, zoning, subdivision, and land documents.

Oklahoma City Courts

You can also search for property records within the court system. You can find liens, mortgages, foreclosures, bankruptcies, property disputes, probate court cases with property, and divorce cases that involve property. You can search the City of Oklahoma City Municipal Courts or the Oklahoma County Court for records.

Oklahoma City property taxes pay for schools, road maintenance, police, fire protection, transportation, parks, and many other county services. The Oklahoma County Treasurer sends out tax bills, collects payments for the county, and distributes the money where it needs to go. You can pay your Oklahoma City property taxes online (using a credit card) or by e-check. You can also mail in your payment with your bill or visit the office in person and drop it off. The office is located in the Oklahoma County Annex Building at 320 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73102. Oklahoma City property taxes are based on the assessed value and have been kept in line with inflation and rising costs.

Assessments

The Oklahoma County Tax Assessor's Office is the entity responsible for valuing all property within its borders. They determine the value of property through an assessment process each year. The office then sends out notices to all property owners if their property has increased in value. If a homeowner disagrees with the value, they can appeal it through the County Board of Equalization using the official Form 976.

Appraisals

Property appraisals are public records used to value property for various purposes. The tax assessor determines the value for tax rates, lenders use appraisals to ensure the home's value supports the loan, and probate courts appraise property before selling it to pay the estate's debts.

Tax Rates

Oklahoma City property taxes are slightly higher than the national average of 0.99%. The median property tax rate in Oklahoma City is 1.01% of the assessed property value. The state average is 0.97%. Oklahoma City has one of the highest tax rates in the state. Oklahoma's property taxes vary based on where you are located. For example, some county tax rates include:

• Adair County 0.47%
• Beckham County 0.79%
• Cotton County 0.68%
• Harper County 0.63%
• Logan County 0.75%
• Rogers County 0.81%
• Stephens County 0.70%
• Woods County 0.52%

Exemptions

As property taxes rise, some property owners cannot afford to pay. Thankfully, Oklahoma City has some exemptions that assist certain individuals by lowering their tax burden. The tax exemptions offered by Oklahoma City include:

• Homestead - $1,000 reduction in assessed value.
• Low-Income - Homes with a combined income of $20,000 or less receive a $1,000 reduction in assessed value.
• Seniors - Up to $200 reduction in property taxes.
• Disabled Veteran - Receives a 100% exemption on all property taxes.

You can apply for any of these exemptions with the Oklahoma County Assessor.

You need a building permit before building any new structure, renovating an existing one, or demolishing a building in Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma City Development Center is the government office responsible for issuing permits. They are located at 420 W. Main St., 1st Floor, Oklahoma City, OK 73102. This office handles issuing permits and performing inspections. You can apply for permits online through their website or in person. They offer both residential and commercial permits for the following items:

Residential

• New Construction
• Home Remodel
• Fence
• Storm shelter
• Pools

Commercial

• New Construction
• Remodel
• Solar
• Fire Restoration
• Add-on
• Demolition

The city also offers plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and elevator permits. Building inspections are integral to the permit process. Before, during, and after the project, you must have the building inspector review the work to ensure it complies with local building and safety codes. If anything does not, it will have to be redone. You can schedule your inspections by phone, online, or by text message.

Full of cowboys, Oklahoma City is the state's capital and has a population of 702,767. The city has a total of roughly 297,627 housing units. In previous years, the city had 256,930 housing units per square mile, making it a very densely populated city. While the housing demand is high, Oklahoma City does not have enough affordable homes for the families moving there. The types of housing units available in Oklahoma City include detached houses, apartments, townhouses, duplexes, row houses, and mobile homes. The median cost of a home in Oklahoma City is $260,000, which is affordable compared to other cities in America. That average is an increase of 0.4% from previous years. However, prices vary widely depending on where in the city you live. For example:

• Quail Creek (73120) $539,900
• Downtown Oklahoma City (73102) $698,000
• Mesta Park (73103) $488,900
• CEENA (73119) $156,300
• Regency Park (73160) $167,500
• South Walker (73109) $146,500
• Britton (73114) $179,500
• Featherstone (73120) $329,900
• Winds West (73064) $254,500
• Windsor Hills (73127) $160,500
• Williamson Farm (73173) $320,000
• Musgrave-Pennington (73107) $162,000

Oklahoma City's real estate market is competitive, with houses selling quite fast (an average of 34 days on the market). Sellers typically receive an average of two offers before selling.