Jefferson County, Indiana, incorporates one city, three towns, and ten townships. In Jefferson County, IN, property records are the authoritative directory of local land rights. They provide transparency and help residents to make informed decisions about property transactions, sales, or development.

Based on the recent Jefferson County property records, the county exposes the local housing market, displaying a median home value at $140,700 with a median rent of about $869. The county households garner median salaries of $66,403 and pay an average tax rate of 0.68% of a property's assessed value.

The County Recorder is the custodian of property records in Jefferson County, IN. This office records and maintains instruments such as assignments, mortgages, real estate contracts, condominium documents, deeds, releases, liens, UCCs, plats, and surveys. These records undergo systematic indexing by names, dates, and document types for efficient retrieval when needed.

In Jefferson County, the County Recorder does not facilitate online search services or disclose recording information over the phone. Instead, individuals seeking property records may conduct personal searches in the General Index at the office located at 300 E Main Street, Room 104, Madison.

In cases when personal visits are not possible, individuals may appoint a representative or seek assistance from a title company.

Obtaining property records in Jefferson County incurs fees of $1 per page for photocopies sized 8.5" x 14" or smaller and $5 per page for larger copies. Additionally, certifying a document costs an extra fee of $5 each.

To verify zoning information in Jefferson County, IN, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 812-274-3930. This department oversees zoning for the entire county, except for Madison City and Hanover Town. For properties in these municipalities, contact the Madison Planning, Preservation, and Design Department at 812-265-8324 and the Hanover Building and Zoning Department at 812-866-2131.