Hall County, TX Property Records

    Hall County is a Red River Plains county in the northeastern Texas Panhandle. Its population at the 2020 U.S. Census was 2,825, with 2025 estimates placing it near 2,737 and declining. The county seat is Memphis, with a population of approximately 2,048; Memphis accounts for nearly three-quarters of the county's entire population. The county was created in 1876 and organized in 1890. It is named for Warren D.C. Hall, Secretary of War for the Republic of Texas.

    The economy is based on cotton, wheat, and cattle agriculture. The Red River draws the county's northern boundary with Oklahoma. The 1923 Hall County Courthouse in Memphis, a four-story Classical Revival building in red brick designed by Page Brothers, is on the National Register of Historic Places.

    The housing market is very affordable and among the lowest-income in this series. The median home value is approximately $58,700, and the median household income is approximately $37,673, one of the lowest in this county series. According to Federal Reserve Economic Data, an estimated 32–38% of households are cost-burdened.

    Who Keeps the Official Land Records

    All official land records in Hall County are maintained by the Hall County Clerk. The office is at 512 W. Main Street, Suite 8, Memphis, TX 79245.

    What County Property Records Include

    The County Clerk maintains all instruments affecting the ownership and encumbrance of real property. Recorded documents include:

    • Deeds: Warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, special warranty deeds, trustee deeds, and correction deeds.

    • Deeds of Trust: The primary mortgage instrument in Texas; conveys a security interest to a trustee on behalf of a lender.

    • Releases and Reconveyances: Discharge instruments releasing liens or deeds of trust once obligations are satisfied.

    • Oil and Gas Leases: Mineral leases, assignments, ratifications, and releases.

    • Easements and Rights-of-Way: Pipeline easements, utility easements, and access rights.

    • Mechanic's and Materialman's Liens: Filed under Chapter 53, Texas Property Code.

    • Powers of Attorney: Including durable and real-property-specific instruments.

    • Assignments: Including assignments of leases, rents, and mineral interests.

    • Lis Pendens: Notices of pending litigation affecting title.

    • Subdivision Plats: Plat maps of subdivisions within the county.

    How to Access Hall County Property Records

    You can access Hall County property records online, in person, by phone, and by mail. The process depends on the type of record you need.

    Online Access (Free)

    Hall County property records are available online through TexasFile, a statewide records portal. Select Hall County from the county list and search by grantor or grantee name, instrument number, document type, or recording date. Most deed, deed of trust, release, and lien instruments recorded in recent decades are indexed and available as scanned images.

    Property ownership, valuation, and exemption data are available through the Hall County Appraisal District. The portal allows searches by owner name, property address, and legal description. This is the appropriate resource for assessed values, exemption status, and current ownership; it does not replace the County Clerk's deed records for title research.

    In Person

    While online portals are often the most convenient option, you can visit the relevant offices directly for certified copies, recording, or research assistance:

    By Phone

    You can make inquiries, request general information, and ask about copy fees by phone:

    By Mail/Overnight

    You can submit documents for recording or request copies of recorded instruments by mail. Before mailing a document for recording, ensure it is properly titled, acknowledged before a notary, includes the grantee's mailing address, and contains a complete legal description. Standard recording fees apply: $26.00 for the first page and $4.00 for each additional page. Texas does not impose a realty transfer tax.

    To request copies of recorded documents, send a written request with sufficient identifying information (grantor/grantee name, approximate date, and document type) to:

    You may also request property record data from the Hall County Appraisal District by mail to Memphis, TX 79245. Include a clear description of the property or information requested.

    E-Recording (Professionals)

    Hall County supports e-recording of property documents through authorized third-party providers. E-recording is primarily used by title companies, lenders, and legal professionals. Contact the County Clerk's office at (806) 259-2627 for information on approved e-recording services and submission requirements.

    What's Not at the County Clerk's Office

    • Property Appraisal: Hall County Appraisal District.

    • Property Taxes: Hall County Tax Assessor-Collector. Contact through the courthouse at (806) 259-2627.

    • Texas RRC

    Step-by-Step: How to Pull a Deed Online

    To research a property deed using online resources:

    • Search TexasFile: Go to Texasfile and select the county. Search by grantor/grantee name, document type, and date range.

    • Identify the instrument: Note the volume and page number or instrument number and recording date.

    • Retrieve a copy: Download images if available. If not, contact the County Clerk at (806) 259-2627 or mail a request to 512 W. Main Street, Suite 8, Memphis, TX 79245.

    • Verify appraisal data: Cross-reference the parcel at Hall County Texas for assessed value, ownership, and exemption status.

    • Check mineral interests: Search the Texas RRC for well locations and production data.

    • Confirm tax status: Verify current tax payment history with the Tax Assessor-Collector or appraisal district.

    Cities & Towns in Hall County

    • Memphis: County seat. Pop. ~2,048. Named for Memphis, Tennessee. Location of the NR-listed 1923 courthouse.

    • Turkey: Small community. Pop. ~300. Home of Bob Wills, founder of Western Swing music.

    • Lakeview and Estelline: Very small communities.

    City/Town Resources for Assessments & Taxes

    • Hall County Appraisal District

    • Hall County Tax Assessor-Collector

    • Texas Comptroller.

    County-Specific Nuances

    • Among the lowest median household incomes in this series: At approximately $37,673, Hall County's median household income is among the lowest of any county in this series, and significantly below the Texas statewide median. This is reflected in the very low median home value (~$58,700) and relatively thin market.

    • Bob Wills birthplace connection: Turkey, Texas in Hall County is the hometown of Bob Wills, founder of Western Swing music and the Texas Playboys. The Bob Wills Day festival is held annually in Turkey. This is local historical identity with no bearing on property records.

    • NR courthouse in Memphis: The 1923 Hall County Courthouse is a four-story Classical Revival building on the National Register of Historic Places. It is a Texas State Antiquities Landmark.

    • Texas uses a County Clerk, not a Recorder of Deeds: The County Clerk is the statutory custodian of all recorded land instruments under the Texas Local Government Code.

    • Texas uses deeds of trust, not traditional mortgages: Search for "deed of trust" rather than "mortgage" when examining encumbrances.

    • Severed mineral estates are common: A deed to the surface does not convey mineral rights unless explicitly stated. Mineral ownership must be traced through a separate chain of instruments.

    • Texas homestead rights: Both spouses must sign a deed or deed of trust conveying or encumbering the homestead.

    • Community property state: Property acquired during marriage is generally owned equally by both spouses.

    • Agricultural land exemptions: Land qualifying for ag appraisal is valued on productive capacity rather than market value. Assessed values may be substantially lower than market value.

    Typical Contents of a Hall County Property Record

    • Deeds, Deeds of Trust, Releases:

      • Standard conveyance

      • Lien instruments.

    • Agricultural Leases:

      • Lessor and lessee names

      • leased premises

      • permitted use

      • Term

      • Annual payment.

    • Oil and Gas Leases:

      • Lessor and lessee

      • Leased premises

      • Primary term

      • Royalty rate.

    Recording Changes to Property Titles

    All instruments affecting real property must be recorded with the County Clerk in person, by mail, or through an approved e-recording service.

    Documents must satisfy the following requirements:

    • Acknowledgment: Must be acknowledged before a notary public; dated on or after execution.

    • Legal Description: Complete legal description referencing the appropriate survey, abstract number, and block/lot designations.

    • Legibility: 8.5 x 11 inches, clearly printed, with a 3-inch top margin on the first page.

    • Grantor/Grantee Names: All parties identified by full legal name.

    Practical Research Flow (Checklist)

    • Identify the parcel: Obtain the legal description from the deed, tax records, or the county appraisal district.

    • Search the grantor/grantee index: Use TexasFile or the County Clerk's in-office index.

    • Retrieve deed documents: Trace all deeds in the chain of title. Review for legal description accuracy, warranty covenants, and reservations.

    • Search for encumbrances: Search for deeds of trust, mechanic's liens, lis pendens, and other recorded encumbrances.

    • Review oil and gas instruments: Search mineral-related instruments. Determine whether the mineral estate has been severed from the surface estate.

    • Check Texas RRC records: Visit RRC for active wells, operators, and production data.

    • Verify appraisal and tax status: Confirm assessed value, exemption status, and tax payment history.

    • Confirm homestead status: Determine whether the property carries a homestead exemption.

    • Review plat records: For subdivided properties, confirm plat recording.

    • Obtain certified copies: Confirm the current fee schedule with the Clerk before mailing payment.

    Appendix A: Municipalities in Hall County

    Hall County has 4 incorporated cities and several unincorporated communities and historic ranching areas.

    • County Seat and Largest City: Memphis (County Seat, population 2,048; incorporated 1906; home to Hall County Courthouse; major regional trade center).

    • Other Cities: Turkey (population 317; home to the historic first Phillips 66 service station built in Texas, opened July 27, 1928), Estelline (population 121; incorporated 1912; historic railroad town), and Lakeview (population 104).

    • Unincorporated Communities and Historic Areas: Brice, Lesley, Newlin, Plaska, Parnell, Turkey Creek, Diamond Tail Ranch area, Mill Iron Ranch area, Shoe Bar Ranch area, JA Ranch area (headquarters in Armstrong County but extends into Hall), and rolling Panhandle prairie and rangeland.

    Municipality list per court records and county sources. Confirm the current list at en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hall_County,_Texas.

    Appendix B: Key Contacts & Portals

    • Hall County Clerk and District Clerk (Division of Records & Recording Services):

      • Address: 512 West Main Street, Memphis, TX 79245 (Hall County Courthouse; Classical Revival/Beaux-Arts, built 1923; listed on National Register of Historic Places and Texas State Antiquities Landmark).

      • Phone: (806) 259-2627

      • Fax: (806) 259-5078

      • Clerk: Patricia Snider.

      • Hours: Monday–Friday, standard courthouse business hours (closed holidays).

      • Website: co.hall.tx.us/page/hall.County.Clerk

      • Records Available: Birth, marriage, divorce, probate, court, and land records from 1890.

    • Online Deed Search (County Clerk Records):

      • TexasFile (1890–present): texasfile.com – Free access to Hall County Official Public Records.

      • TaxNetUSA (Appraisal data and property records): taxnetusa.com/texas/hall

      • Hall County Assessment Rolls: hallcad.org – Search appraisals by property owner, address, and value.

    • Hall County Appraisal District (Property Valuations & Assessment):

      • Street Address: 112 South 5th Street, Memphis, TX 79245-3412.

      • Phone: (806) 259-2393

      • Fax: (806) 259-2384

      • Chief Appraiser: Gina Chavira.

      • Email: hallcad@hallcad.org

      • Hours: Monday–Friday (contact office for specific hours).

      • Website: hallcad.org

    • Hall County Tax Assessor-Collector (Vehicle Registration & Property Tax Services):

      • Street Address: 512 West Main Street, Suite 5, Memphis, Texas 79245-3341.

      • Mailing Address: 512 West Main Street, Suite 5, Memphis, Texas 79245-3341.

      • Tax Assessor-Collector: Teresa Altman.

      • Phone: (806) 259-2125

      • Fax: (806) 259-3322

      • Email: hallcotac@gmail.com

      • Hours: Monday–Friday, standard business hours.

      • Website: co.hall.tx.us

      • Note: This office does not collect property taxes. Property tax collection may be handled by Hall County Appraisal District; contact (806) 259-2393 for tax payment information.

    • Hall County Official Website:

    • Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (Tax Rates & Finance Data):