Goliad Property Records

Goliad County, Texas, consists of only one city, Goliad, which serves as the county seat. Property records in Goliad County, TX, provide a way to clearly establish the legal owner of real property. Tracking this ownership chain prevents fraudulent claims over time as parcels change hands.

If one is interested in the local housing market, the Goliad County property records can offer data such as an average home value of $118,250, a median monthly rent cost of $775, and a median household income of $58,208. In property taxes, Goliad County residents contribute an average of 1.06% based on their property's total value.

In Goliad County, TX, property records fall under the jurisdiction of the County/District Clerk. This elected official is tasked with recording and managing various real estate documents, including deeds, plats, leases, liens, and mortgages, all of which are open to public access.

Accessing these records is facilitated through the Official Records Search system. This online platform contains records dating back to March 10, 1971, and enables individuals to search for property information using parameters such as recording date, grantor/grantee name, document type, document number, book/volume/page reference, and legal description.

For those preferring in-person access, recorded documents can be obtained by visiting the County/District Clerk's office at 127 N Courthouse Square, Goliad, TX 77963, during regular business hours. While viewing public property records on-site is free, individuals should anticipate copy fees, which vary depending on document types and requested services.

For the latest fee schedule and assistance accessing or obtaining copies of recorded property documents in Goliad County, contact the County/District Clerk's office at 361-645-3294.

Regarding zoning matters, Goliad County does not have countywide zoning regulations. If zoning verification is needed, contact the relevant offices in the locality where the property resides. For properties within Goliad City, contact the city's Planning and Zoning Department. They administer the city zoning ordinances and can provide any associated land use restrictions for a city property.