Access Garland County Property Records
Garland County property records are public documents filed with the Circuit Clerk's office, which serves as the official recorder for all deeds, mortgages, liens, and other real estate instruments in the county. The county seat is Hot Springs, where the courthouse holds recorded documents for the entire county. You can search Garland County property records online or visit the Circuit Clerk's office in person during regular business hours to look up deeds, tax records, and land filings. This page covers where to find Garland County property records, how the recording system works, contact information for local offices, and resources for online and in-person searches.
Garland County is home to Hot Springs, which contains Hot Springs National Park and is a major resort area.
Garland County Property Records Overview
How Property Records Work in Garland County
Three county offices handle property records in Garland County. The Circuit Clerk acts as the ex-officio county recorder and files all property documents. The County Assessor determines the value of real and personal property for tax purposes. The County Collector handles property tax billing and payment. Together, these three offices hold the full picture of property ownership and tax status in the county.
The Circuit Clerk's office in Hot Springs records all documents that affect real property ownership. This includes warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, releases, powers of attorney, plats and survey maps, mechanic's liens, federal tax liens, lis pendens notices, easements, and UCC fixture filings. Once a document is accepted and time-stamped, it becomes an official public record under Arkansas law. The recording process creates the chain of title that title companies and lenders rely on for real estate transactions.
Property records in Garland County follow Title 26 of the Arkansas Code, which governs taxation and property assessment statewide. Recording fees are set by state statute at $15 for the first page and $5 for each additional page. A Real Property Transfer Tax of $3.30 per $1,000 of actual consideration applies to real estate transfers exceeding $100. Certified copies of recorded documents cost $5.00 each. Plain copies made by the customer are $0.25 per page and copies made by the clerk's office are $0.50 per page.
Documents may be filed in person at the Circuit Clerk's office, by mail, or electronically through approved eRecording vendors. Only originals with actual signatures can be recorded. Faxed documents are not accepted. Starting August 5, 2025, under Act 752, individuals filing deeds must present a photo ID. Exemptions apply to licensed attorneys, real estate brokers, financial institution representatives, and government representatives.
ARCountyData.com provides free online access to Garland County property records, including real estate assessments and ownership information sponsored by the county.
Search by owner name, address, or parcel number to find Garland County property details without visiting the courthouse.
Search Garland County Property Records Online
Garland County participates in online property record systems that give you 24/7 access to property data. ARCountyData.com is a free public portal sponsored by the county assessor and collector. You can search by owner name, parcel number, address, or tax year. The system shows real estate assessments, ownership history, tax payment status, and billing records. It's the fastest starting point for basic property research in Garland County.
ActDataScout provides deeper property data including real estate records from the Assessor's office, land records from the Circuit Clerk, and personal property records from participating counties. You can search by name, property ID, physical address, or mailing address. The platform pulls ownership details, market and assessed values, land use, and structure information. Tax collection records and payment history are also available through ActDataScout for Garland County.
For a statewide directory of county property offices, NETR Online lists contact information for every Arkansas county's assessor, recorder, and tax collector. The directory links directly to official county search portals. CountyOffice.org is another reference tool that compiles links to county offices and explains the annual assessment window, which runs from January 1 through May 31 each year.
ActDataScout provides real-time access to Garland County property records including assessments, tax data, and land records from the Circuit Clerk.
The platform is updated regularly and supports searches by name, property ID, or address from any device.
Garland County Circuit Clerk Recording Office
The Garland County Circuit Clerk's office records all property instruments and maintains the official land records for the county. The office is located at 501 Ouachita Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901. Phone: (501) 622-3720. Office hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, though you should call ahead to confirm current hours before visiting.
The clerk accepts documents for recording in person, by mail, or via eRecording through approved vendors including CSC eRecording Solutions, EPN eRecording Partners Network, Indecomm Global Services, and Simplifile. Documents submitted by mail should be sent with a self-addressed stamped envelope for return. Original documents are returned after recording, typically within one business day for walk-in filings.
Before recording, documents must meet state requirements. Required elements include a legal description of the property with parcel number and street address, original signatures, grantee address for tax billing on deeds, notarization, a "prepared by" statement with the preparer's name and address, and the correct fee. Missing any of these elements will cause the clerk to reject the document. Common rejection reasons include missing Real Estate Transfer Declaration, incorrect fees, missing legal description, missing notary seal, and unsigned or undated documents.
For real estate deeds, all transfers must include a completed Real Estate Transfer Declaration or an exemption stamp. A Transfer Tax of $3.30 per $1,000 applies to transactions exceeding $100. Many counties also offer a free Property Fraud Alert service that emails you when a document with your name is recorded. Contact the Garland County Circuit Clerk at (501) 622-3720 to ask about this free service.
Garland County Property Assessment
The Garland County Assessor is responsible for finding, listing, and valuing all taxable property in the county. Real property is assessed as of January 1 each year. Personal property, including vehicles, equipment, and other moveable assets, must be assessed annually between January 1 and May 31. If you miss the May 31 deadline, a 10% penalty applies under Arkansas Code 26-26-201.
The Assessor's office is located at 501 Ouachita Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901. Phone: (501) 622-3730. You can assess personal property in person at the office, by phone, or online through a county-affiliated website. The assessor must mail you an assessment certification within five business days of a phone assessment. Real estate assessments are conducted annually, and counties must complete full reappraisals every four years under state law.
Amendment 79 of the Arkansas Constitution provides a homestead tax credit of up to $600 on property taxes for your principal place of residence. Homeowners who are 65 or older or totally disabled may qualify for a freeze on the taxable value of their home. Apply by October 15 each year through the County Assessor's office. Both programs reduce your property tax bill and are worth checking if you own the home you live in.
Property tax bills in Garland County are due from March 1 through October 15 each year. Most counties accept major credit cards online or at the counter. The County Collector issues yearly tax bills and handles payment processing. Delinquent taxes may be pursued through the court system with the County Collector working with the sheriff's office if needed.
Arkansas Property Laws and Garland County
Title 26 of the Arkansas Code governs all property taxation and assessment in Arkansas, including Garland County. The three roles in the property tax system work together: the Tax Assessor sets property values, the Property Appraiser determines taxable value, and the Tax Collector issues bills and collects payments. Under state law, all Arkansas counties follow the same statutory framework for recording, assessment, and tax collection.
For UCC liens and commercial filings that affect property, the Arkansas Secretary of State maintains the central filing system. Agricultural liens and farm-related security interests must be filed at the state level under Arkansas Code Annotated sections 4-9-501, 4-9-510, and 4-9-525. The UCC filing fee is $16. You can search UCC records by debtor name, secured party name, or file number online through the SOS website.
For historical property records and genealogical research, the Arkansas State Archives maintains county records on microfilm including historical deeds, land patents, and original entry records going back to the 1830s. Professional research services like Quest Research Inc. can also access records in all 75 Arkansas counties, including in-person retrieval at courthouses for records not yet available online.
Note: When recording a deed in Garland County, confirm current fees and requirements with the Circuit Clerk's office before submitting. State law sets the base fee structure, but individual counties may have additional local requirements or forms.
Cities in Garland County
These cities in Garland County have their property records filed with the county Circuit Clerk. Find local resources and search portals for each city below.
Nearby Counties
Property records in the following counties neighboring Garland County are maintained by their respective Circuit Clerk offices. Each county has its own online search portals and recording requirements.
Montgomery County Hot Spring County Saline County Pulaski County