Search Clark County Property Records

Clark County property records are kept by the County Assessor in Marshall, the county seat. The office manages assessed values, parcel data, and exemption filings for all land and buildings across the county. Township assessors handle field inspections and set initial values, while the county office reviews the numbers for fairness. Clark County sits along the Indiana border in eastern Illinois. Whether you need to look up a parcel value, check ownership, or find tax details, the tools and contacts on this page will help you work with Clark County property records.

Clark County Assessment Office

Lisa Richey is the Clark County Assessor. Her office is at 501 Archer Ave. in Marshall. This is the central point for property records in the county. Staff track assessed values for every parcel, process exemption forms, and work with township assessors who handle the ground-level inspections. Under 35 ILCS 200/, the county assessment office must make sure all township values stay uniform. If one area seems out of step with the rest, the office can adjust things so Clark County property records remain fair across the board.

Township assessors in Clark County do the hands-on work. They visit new construction, review building permits, and walk properties when needed to set values. The assessment date is January 1 each year. All real property in Clark County gets assessed at 33 1/3 percent of fair market value, the same standard used across most of Illinois. After the township assessors finish, Lisa Richey's office goes through the data to make sure values line up across the county. The Board of Review then hears appeals from owners who think their assessed value is wrong or too high.

The Clark County Assessor website lists office hours, contact info, and general details about how assessments work in the county.

This is a good starting point for anyone working with Clark County property records or trying to reach the assessment staff in Marshall.

Search Clark County Property Records Online

Clark County has a free online property search through the DevNet Wedge platform at clarkil.devnetwedge.com. You can look up parcels by address, owner name, or Property Index Number. The PIN is a code tied to the land itself, so it stays the same no matter who owns the parcel. Most people start with an address search since that is the easiest way to find what they need. Results show the assessed value, fair market value, lot size, and property class for each parcel. No login is required.

Under 35 ILCS 200/, all property in Clark County must be assessed at 33 1/3 percent of fair market value. The online search shows that figure along with any exemptions that apply to a parcel. You can also see the township, the class code that tells you if land is farm, residential, or commercial, and other details tied to the record. This is the fastest way to pull up Clark County property records without making a trip to Marshall. The tool works around the clock.

The Clark County property search portal handles most online lookups for parcels in the county. You can access it at clarkil.devnetwedge.com.

Enter an address, name, or PIN and the system pulls up full parcel data for any property in Clark County.

The statewide Illinois Property Tax Portal can also connect you to Clark County records. Select the county from the list and it routes you to the local tax inquiry system. Between these tools, most searches for Clark County property records can be done from your own computer.

Clark County Property Tax Records

Property taxes in Clark County are paid in arrears. The bill you get this year covers the prior year's assessment. Under 35 ILCS 200/, the lien date is January 1. That date fixes who owns the parcel and what it is worth for tax purposes. Tax bills divide the total owed among each taxing district that covers the parcel. Schools, the county, road districts, and local municipalities in Clark County all get a piece. The rate depends on where the parcel sits.

A parcel in Marshall may carry a different total tax rate than one in a rural township. That gap comes from the mix of taxing bodies that overlap each area. Understanding those rates helps when reading your Clark County property records. The assessor sets the value. The County Treasurer collects the tax. If you have questions about how much you owe or when a payment is due, the Treasurer is the right contact. For questions about the assessed value itself, the assessor's office at 501 Archer Ave. in Marshall is where to go.

Clark County tax bills typically go out in the spring. Two installment due dates follow later in the year.

Clark County Property Exemptions

Property owners in Clark County can apply for exemptions that lower their tax bill. Forms go through the assessment office at 501 Archer Ave. in Marshall. The General Homestead Exemption cuts $6,000 from your assessed value if you own and live in your home. No age limit applies. This is the most common exemption in Clark County property records.

Homeowners age 65 and up can also get the Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption for an extra $5,000 off. The Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze locks your assessed value so it does not go up each year, though income limits apply. A Disabled Persons Homestead Exemption gives a $2,000 cut under 35 ILCS 200/. Veterans with a service-connected disability may qualify for the Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption, where the amount depends on the VA disability rating. The Home Improvement Exemption holds off increases from upgrades for up to four years. Once the office approves an exemption, it shows up in your Clark County property records and stays on file unless your status changes.

• General Homestead Exemption: $6,000 reduction
• Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption: $5,000 (age 65+)
• Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze: locks value in place
• Disabled Persons Homestead Exemption: $2,000 reduction
• Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption: varies by rating
• Home Improvement Exemption: defers increases up to 4 years

State Resources for Clark County

The Illinois Department of Revenue property tax page has guidance that applies to every county in the state, including Clark. The department does not manage property tax directly. It sets rules and provides oversight while local offices handle the actual work. You can find info about exemptions, assessment standards, and how to reach local offices on that page. Clark County residents who need general help with how property tax works in Illinois can start there.

The County PIN Information page at the Department of Revenue helps you find your Property Index Number if you do not have it. Your PIN shows up on tax bills and assessment notices. It is the most reliable key for searching Clark County property records. For state-level help, call 1-800-732-8866 or email REV.LOCALTAX@ILLINOIS.GOV.

Get Clark County Records in Person

Visit the assessment office at 501 Archer Ave. in Marshall during regular hours. Bring the address or PIN of the property you want to check. Staff can look up the full record, print what you need, and answer questions about your assessment. No appointment is needed. Clark County property records are public. Anyone can ask to see them.

Phone help is available too. Call (217) 826-5815 and staff can pull up basic data for you. You can also fax requests to (217) 826-5674 or send an email to assessor@clarkcountyil.org. For quick lookups, the online search at clarkil.devnetwedge.com is faster than a trip to the courthouse. But if you need to file an exemption, ask about an appeal, or deal with something that needs a signature, going in person is the best choice. The Illinois Department of Revenue contact page can also point you in the right direction for Clark County property records questions.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Clark County. Property records belong to the county where the parcel is located. If a property sits near a county line, double check the address before you search the wrong system.