Search Steuben County, IN Property Records

Steuben County, Indiana, has 12 townships and seven cities and towns. In Steuben County, IN, property records document land parcels within the county by identifying ownership, boundaries, usage, valuations, and sale history. These legal records are essential for residents to establish property rights, enable sales, collect taxes, and inform local planning.

Delving into the Steuben County property records brings forth a median home value of $175,050.00, a median rent pegged at $875.50, and a median household income of $68,501.00. Regarding median property taxes, the county collects at a rate of 0.59% based on the property assessment.

Property records in Steuben County, IN, are maintained by the County Recorder's office. Their records include but are not limited to deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, surveys, and plats. The Doxpop search system is used to access these recorded instruments, which are indexed based on document party, document number, and book and page references.

However, the information provided in this system is not an official record. To obtain official records or certified copies of property instruments, visit the Recorder's office at 317 South Wayne St., Suite 2F, Angola, or contact them at (260) 668-1000 Ext 1700. Inquiries can also be submitted through the Email Contact Request Form.

In Steuben County, copies of property documents with a size of 8 1/2" x 14" or smaller cost $1 per page, while larger copies are priced at $5 per page. If certified copies are required, an additional fee of $5 per document applies. Note that the Steuben County Recorder's office only accepts payment in cash, cashier's check, or business check. They do not accept debit cards, credit cards, or personal checks.

If a record needs zoning verification, contact the Steuben County Plan Commission Department. This office can determine zoning classification and property restrictions for parcels within their jurisdiction. For properties outside their purview, contact the local planning and zoning department instead.