Johnson County Property Search
Johnson County property records refer to official documents that bear information about a piece of real estate, such as tax assessments, property ownership, sale of land transactions, liens, and mortgages.
The Register of Deeds preserves land record documents in Johnson County, while the County Clerk maintains property ownership tax records. However, Land Records, a division of the Treasury, Taxation, and Vehicles (TTV) department, oversees the functions of the Register of Deeds and County Clerk. The Division records and maintains indexes of all land record documents, calculates and maintains the annual tax roll, and provides parcel level mapping for Johnson County.
Individuals transacting with real property or who require specific information about a Johnson County property or parcel can initiate a property search at the Land Records division.
Are Johnson County Property Records Public?
Yes. Per the Kansas Open Records Act, Johnson County property records are public information, as these records are preserved and disseminated by public agencies.
According to the Act, members of the public have the right to inspect or copy any public property record. They are also entitled to receive a response to their requests within three business days. Anyone who believes their request was denied wrongfully can file a complaint with the Kansas Attorney General.
Nonetheless, certain property records are deemed private or confidential by law. Such records or information are not accessible for public viewing. K.S.A. 45-221 outlines the exceptions to the public access rule. They include:
- Any record that a federal law, state statute, the Kansas Supreme Court, or the Senate Committee specifically prohibits from disclosure
- Records privileged under evidence rules
- Information that poses a security threat
- Records pertaining to a business' prospective location where such disclosure has never been publicly announced
- Any information that will constitute an unwarranted invasion of a person's privacy
What Do Johnson County Property Records Contain?
Johnson County property records may include the following information:
- General information (property ID, site address, legal description, block/lot, subdivision, plat, plat book/page, plat recorded date, KS uniform parcel number, quick reference number)
- Owner information
- Special assessment information
- Property and location information (zoning, property type, taxing unit, general land use, year built, property area, addresses, city/township, latitude/longitude, etc.)
- Appraisal information (year, appraised value, assessed value, main dwelling information, components, comparables, Land Use (Land Based Classification Standards or LBCS), subdivision sales history, etc.)
- School information (school district, elementary school, middle school, high school, school board district)
- Storm/flood information
- Utility information (electric/gas/sewer/water/cable or broadband/fire service providers)
- Voting and elected official information (precinct, precinct city, polling place, etc.)
- Census information
Note that the type of information in a property record depends on the kind of document and the custodian it was sourced from.
Where to Perform a Johnson County Property Lookup
Anyone can conduct a Johnson County property lookup by visiting or emailing the Register of Deeds office within the Johnson County Treasury, Taxation, and Vehicles department.
111 South Cherry Street
Suite 1200
Olathe, KS 66061
Phone: (913) 715-0775
Email: RegisterOfDeeds@jocogov.org
Individuals are advised to visit during regular office hours to inspect records at the public computer terminal free of charge. One may book an appointment to use the terminal by emailing the Register of Deeds.
Persons who require copies must pay the following fees:
- Cost per page: 25 cents
- Certification of copy: $13
Note that the front counter collects these charges and can only receive payment within specific hours.
Individuals requiring copies of deeds or other property documents can also contact the Register of Deeds at RegisterofDeeds@jocogov.org or access the office's online Public Records Subscription Services.
How to Perform a Property Owner Lookup in Johnson County
Property ownership information can be obtained by searching the Johnson County Locations & Maps portal. An individual may also visit the Register of Deeds office to search for documents that reveal ownership details (like deeds).
How to Find Johnson County Property Records Online
The Johnson County government offers several avenues to find property records online. For example, the county's Register of Deeds provides Public Records Subscription Services to individuals who want to:
- Search the county's land records index for recorded documents. The index dates back to 1920.
- View or print copies of property records
The service is available in monthly, quarterly, and yearly paid plans, and each account holder must submit a completed Subscription Agreement Package or Online Access Subscription Agreement to the Register of Deeds office.
Members of the public can also access the county's Locations & Maps database to find Johnson County property records online.
Another option is using a third-party aggregate website to search for a Johnson County property. Such websites can usually be searched with a property ID, owner name, or property address. However, a fee may be assessed to obtain records.
How to Find Property Owner by Address for Free
Individuals can find relevant information about a property owner in Johnson County through the county's Location & Maps portal. Upon navigating to the website, a user can input the property address in the search box and click "Go". (The land records search tool is also accessible by Reference Number, Parcel Number, or KUP Number.) The search results include the property owner's name, among other property details.
Johnson County Property Tax Lookup
Any member of the public who wants to obtain property tax information can query the Property Tax Division of the Johnson County Treasury, Taxation, and Vehicles department. The department bills and collects real estate taxes for the County of Johnson and maintains tax records.
To access Johnson County property tax information, individuals may visit the Division's online property search tool. Search parameters include an address, parcel ID, quick reference ID, and name. An advanced search is also available.
A Johnson County property tax lookup may be necessary for different reasons, including:
- Verifying tax payments
- Obtaining the taxable value of a property
- Conducting due diligence before a property transaction
How to Find Johnson County Property Appraiser
A property appraiser is a professional who estimates the value of a piece of real estate. In Kansas, the Real Estate Appraisal Board (KREAB) issues and renews licenses for property appraisers. The Board also maintains a database of licensed property appraisers in the state.
Thus, anyone who wishes to find a licensed appraiser in Johnson County can search the Board's License Verification page. Here's how to search:
- Fill in "Johnson" in the County search field
- Select KS (Kansas) from the State drop-down menu
- Select "Search".
The system organizes the search results in a table consisting of appraisers' names, license numbers, license types, statuses, and addresses. Clicking the relevant appraiser's name takes the user to a new page where they can find the appraiser's address, phone number, email address, license issue and renewal dates, and disciplinary actions (if any).
Johnson County Property Assessor
The Johnson County Property Appraiser is the county's property assessor's office. The office performs the following functions:
- Discovers, lists, and values all taxable property in the county
- Ensures property is taxed fairly according to state standards
- Handles property value appeals
- Maintains property assessment data
Note that the Johnson County Property Appraiser does not set or collect taxes. The office only determines each property owner's share of taxes set by the taxing bodies.
Below is the Johnson County Property Appraiser's contact details
Sunset Office Building
11811 South Sunset Drive
Suite 2100
Olathe, KS 66061
Phone: (913) 715-9000
Email: apr-webmaster@jocogov.org
