Boone County, Iowa, was established in 1846 and governs 11 communities. In Boone County, IA, property records compile crucial land and real estate data, which support legal processes and ensure the integrity of transactions.

According to Boone County property records, the median price for home sales is $158,375, and the median rent paid by tenants is $762. As the records indicate, the median household income is $69,074. Regarding property taxes, Boone County residents pay about 1.5% of the assessed property value.

Property records in Boone County, IA, are under the custody of the  County Recorder's Office. This office maintains all official real estate documents, such as deeds, mortgages, plats, corner certificates, releases, liens, easements, affidavits, leases, and other miscellaneous documents. They also provide retrieval and reproduction to records for the public and businesses.

The Recorder's Office maintains indices sorted based on various factors, including the name of the party, the legal description, the date of recording, the type of document, and the book/page number. They point to the locations of stored physical and electronic records within a specified facility to ensure easy access.

Regarding accessibility, apart from browsing the documents personally in the Recorder's Office at 201 State St., 2nd Floor, Boone, IA 50036, during regular business hours, electronic records are uploaded to the  Iowa Land Records website. This online system requires individuals to create an account before they can utilize its functions.

Property records can also be requested from the County Recorder at recorder@boonecounty.iowa.gov or via fax at (515) 433-4972. However, document information and associated fees must be provided to facilitate a smooth transaction. For copy fees, contacting the office at (515) 433-0514 is recommended to learn about the detailed cost breakdown and payment procedures.

For zoning verification, contact the  Boone County Planning and Development at (515) 433-0550. This department administers the subdivision ordinance and the zoning ordinance in the county. Verified and updated zoning records can also be obtained by contacting the local planning office that oversees the subject property.