Butte County Property Search by Owner Name, Address & Parcel ID
Search Butte County property records by owner name, property address, parcel ID, city, or ZIP code using our free property search tool. Enter your available property details, select the correct match, and access ownership information, assessed value, parcel data, sales history, property characteristics, and other available public records in just a few seconds.
Total Cities
4
Total Parcels
96,077
Median Home Value
$441,000
Data Updated
August 2026
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Tax Calculator
Estimate your annual property taxes using current assessment values and local tax information before purchasing, selling, or budgeting for a property.
Tax Rate
Review the latest property tax rates, assessment districts, and taxing authorities to better understand how local taxes are calculated.
Zoning & Maps
Explore zoning classifications, parcel maps, and land use information to confirm property restrictions, permitted uses, and development opportunities.
Transfer Tax Calculator
Calculate estimated property transfer taxes before closing a real estate transaction and avoid unexpected costs during the buying or selling process.
Understanding the Butte County Assessor's Office
The Butte County Assessor’s Office was established to administer California’s property assessment laws and maintain an accurate assessment roll for taxable real estate throughout the county. Today, the office manages more than 110,000 property parcels across residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial properties. It is led by Assessor Alyssa Douglass and supported by appraisal, mapping, records, and administrative staff who work together to keep ownership records and assessed values accurate for every tax year.
Services Provided by the Butte County Assessor
The office offers essential assessment, ownership, mapping, exemption, and property record services that help property owners, buyers, businesses, and real estate professionals.
- Maintains official property ownership and assessment records
- Determines annual assessed values for taxable properties
- Processes ownership transfers and property reassessments
- Administers eligible homeowner and property tax exemptions
- Maintains parcel maps and legal property descriptions
- Reviews assessment value requests and informal appraisal reviews
- Provides public property information and assessment records
- (530) 552-3800
- assessorsoffice@buttecounty.net
- 25 County Center Drive, Suite 100, Oroville, CA 95965
Butte County Real Estate Market Trends (2025–2026)
If we look at Butte County’s overall property market from 2025 through 2026, home prices, sales activity, lending volumes, and foreclosure trends reflected changing conditions across the local housing market, with activity varying throughout the period.
Butte County Housing Market Trends (2025–2026)
The chart shows how home prices, lending activity, sales volume, and foreclosure trends shifted across Butte County between 2025 and 2026.
Median Home Prices Continued to Reach New Highs
Median home prices increased from $410,000 in January 2025 to a peak of $466,000 in June 2026 before easing to $452,000 in July 2026, showing steady long-term appreciation despite seasonal fluctuations.
Buyers Needed Larger Down Payments
Median down payments rose from $32,800 in January 2025 to $40,950 in June 2025, reached $41,940 in June 2026, then declined slightly to $38,420 in July 2026 as prices adjusted.
Home Sales Remained Strong Throughout Spring
Homes sold climbed from 168 in January 2025 to 290 in June 2025. Sales recovered from 154 in January 2026 to 278 in June 2026 before easing to 248 in July.
Purchase and Refinance Loans Followed Different Trends
Purchase loans increased from 131 to 226 during early 2025 and reached 217 in June 2026. Meanwhile, refinance loans fluctuated between 80 and 108, ending at 84 in July 2026.
HELOC Activity Reflected Growing Home Equity
HELOC loan activity increased from 45 in January 2025 to 64 in May 2025, later reaching 59 in May 2026 before settling at 53 in July 2026, reflecting stronger homeowner equity.
Foreclosure Filings and Starts Increased Gradually
Foreclosure filings rose from 32 in January 2025 to 55 in June 2026 before ending at 53 in July. Foreclosure starts similarly increased from 18 to 31, finishing at 30.
Completed Foreclosures Stayed Relatively Low
Search Butte County Property Records Using Multiple Search Options
Our property search tool offers several ways to locate Butte County property records, making it easier to find the right parcel even when you have limited information. Whether you know the owner’s name, property address, parcel number, ZIP code, city, or specific property features, choose the search method that best matches the information you already have for faster and more accurate results.
Enter the property owner’s full name as accurately as possible to improve search accuracy. Many properties list both a primary and secondary owner. If your first search does not return the expected record, try searching with the second owner’s name, initials, or a different name variation that may appear in public records.
Use the property’s physical address rather than the owner’s mailing address. For the best results, enter the complete property address whenever possible. If you do not know the exact address, start with the street number and street name, or search using the neighbourhood, subdivision, or area name to find matching properties.
Enter the parcel number exactly as it appears on your tax bill or property documents. Begin by entering the parcel number without spaces or dashes. If no matching record is found, repeat the search using the original formatting with spaces or hyphens, as parcel numbering formats can vary between records.
Searching by ZIP code displays properties located within that postal area instead of a single parcel. This option is useful for exploring nearby properties, comparing ownership information, reviewing parcel details, and researching all available records within a specific ZIP code.
Enter a city name to browse property records across that community. This search method helps you view parcels throughout the selected city, making it easier to research neighbourhoods, compare properties, or locate records when the exact property address is unavailable.
What Information Is Included in Your Property Search Results?
Every successful search returns a detailed property profile collected from available public records. The results combine ownership, assessment, location, structural, and tax-related information, giving you a clearer understanding of the selected property without searching multiple sources separately.
Property Identification & Location
Quickly confirm the correct parcel using essential location and identification details before reviewing additional property records.
- Parcel (AIN) reference
- Assessor identification
- Property address
- City and ZIP code
- Street and unit details
- Geographic coordinates
Building Characteristics
Review the property’s physical features to better understand its size, layout, and overall development.
- Year originally built
- Effective construction year
- Living area
- Bedroom count
- Bathroom count
- Number of buildings
Property Classification & Use
Understand how the property is categorised for assessment and land-use purposes.
- Property classification
- Land use category
- Use code details
- Tax rate area
- Region information
- Cluster reference
Assessment & Property Values
Access valuation records used for assessment and taxation across different property components.
- Land assessment value
- Improvement value
- Fixture value
- Personal property value
- Combined assessed value
- Taxable assessment
Tax & Exemption Information
View available tax-related records and exemptions associated with the selected parcel.
- Homeowner exemption
- Real estate exemption
- Fixture exemption
- Personal property exemption
- Taxable status
- Total exemptions
Parcel Records & Additional Details
Explore supporting records that help verify ownership history and legal property information.
- Recording date
- Assessment roll year
- Legal description
- Parcel reference data
- Tax area codes
- Location identifiers
Butte County Communities Covered by Our Property Database
Our property records database includes parcels from incorporated cities, the town of Paradise, census-designated places, and major unincorporated communities throughout Butte County. Search any of the locations below to access available ownership records, parcel information, assessment details, and other public property data.
Bangor
Berry Creek
Biggs
Butte Creek Canyon
Butte Meadows
Butte Valley
Centerville
Cherokee
Chico
Clipper Mills
Cohasset
Concow
DeSabla
Durham
Forest Ranch
Forbestown
Gridley
Helltown
Honcut
Inskip
Kelly Ridge
Lomo
Lovelock
Magalia
Nord
Oroville
Oroville East
Palermo
Paradise
Powellton
Rackerby
Richvale
Robinson Mill
South Oroville
Stirling City
Thermalito
Explore Property Records in Nearby California Counties
If you haven’t found the right property or investment opportunity in Butte County, consider exploring nearby counties. Expanding your search can uncover different price ranges, larger land parcels, stronger rental markets, or locations that better match your investment goals. Compare surrounding counties to discover the property that best fits your needs.
Butte County Property & Real Estate Information
| Property & County Information | Butte County Details |
|---|---|
| County | Butte County |
| State | California (CA) |
| County Seat | Oroville |
| Incorporated Cities | 4 Cities & 1 Incorporated Town (Paradise) |
| Population | Approximately 211,600 Residents |
| Total Parcels | More Than 110,000 Assessed Property Parcels |
| Median Home Value | Available Through Official County Records & Current Market Data |
| Property Tax Information | Based on California Proposition 13 with Applicable Local Assessments |
| Property Assessment System | California Proposition 13 Assessment Standards |
| Primary Property Types | Residential, Commercial, Agricultural, Industrial, Vacant Land & Manufactured Homes |
| Major Property Uses | Residential Housing, Farming, Orchards, Commercial, Industrial & Timberland |
| School Districts | Multiple Public School Districts Serving Communities Throughout Butte County |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time (PT) |
| Flood Zone Information | Available Through FEMA Flood Map Service & Official County GIS Resources |
| Property Search Options | Owner Name, Property Address, Parcel (APN), ZIP Code, City & Advanced Search |
| Property Records Available | Ownership Records, Assessed Values, Parcel Maps, Deeds, Sales History & Legal Descriptions |
| Official Assessor | Butte County Assessor – Alyssa Douglass |
| Official Records Source | Butte County Assessor, Clerk-Recorder & Treasurer-Tax Collector |
| GIS & Parcel Maps | Interactive GIS Mapping & Parcel Lookup Available Through Official County Services |
| Unique County Feature | Extensive Wildfire Hazard Mapping for Property Research & Land Development Planning |
FAQ's
How often are Butte County property records updated?
Property records are updated whenever new information becomes available from the county, such as ownership transfers, recorded documents, new construction, parcel changes, or assessment updates. Some records may appear sooner than others depending on the responsible county department.
Can I search for vacant land in Butte County?
Yes. The property search tool includes vacant land, residential lots, agricultural parcels, commercial land, and many other property types. You can review parcel information before buying or investing.
What should I do if my property cannot be found?
Double-check the spelling, address format, or parcel number and try another search method. If the property is newly recorded or recently subdivided, updated information may take some time to become publicly available.
Can I verify property ownership before purchasing real estate?
Yes. Property records can help you review the recorded owner, parcel information, assessment details, and other public data before moving forward with a real estate transaction.
Does the search include recently sold properties?
Yes. Many recently transferred properties become available after the transaction has been officially recorded and processed by the appropriate county offices.
Are building permits included in the property search results?
Building permits are generally maintained by local planning or building departments. If permit information is publicly available, it may need to be verified through the appropriate county or city agency.
Can I use these records for real estate market research?
Yes. Buyers, investors, real estate agents, and appraisers frequently use public property records to compare parcels, analyse neighbourhoods, and support investment decisions.
Is registration required to search Butte County property records?
No. You can begin searching available property records using the search tool without creating an account or completing a registration process.
Can I search multiple properties at the same time?
You can perform as many individual searches as needed. Searching one property at a time generally provides more accurate and organised results.
Are property boundary lines shown with every record?
Boundary information depends on the available parcel mapping data. When supported, parcel maps and GIS information can help you understand a property’s approximate boundaries and location.