Madison County, Iowa, consists of eight cities. In Madison County, IA, property records include details related to property tax assessments. These documents are crucial in ensuring the fair and appropriate distribution of property taxes among residents and property owners in the county.

The latest data on Madison County property records reflects a median household income of $82,927, an average home value of $200,114, and a median rent of $887. Regarding property taxes, the county imposes 1.29% of a property's assessed fair market value on average.

As the record keeper of property records in Madison County, IA, the County Recorder preserves various historical documents, including deeds, contracts, assignments, mortgages, easements, releases, liens, plats, surveys, leases, and agreements dating from 1838.

In Madison County, individuals can access these records through the Iowa County Land Record Information System by creating and subscribing to an account. Once logged in, users can search property instruments using criteria like name, recording date, location, book and page details, document type, and reference number.

Apart from online access, individuals can review and obtain recorded documents by visiting the office at 112 John Wayne Dr., Winterset, IA. They can also submit document requests through mail to Madison County Annex, P.O. Box 152, 201 West Court Ave, Winterset, IA 50273, or fax at 515-462-5006.

Acquiring property records in Madison County involves specific fees. The County Recorder charges $0.50 per page for recorded document copies and an additional $5 certification fee for certified copies. For comprehensive pricing information and to order record copies, contact the office at 515-462-3771.

For zoning information verification, contact the Madison County Zoning Department at 515-462-2636 if the properties are in unincorporated areas. Meanwhile, property owners in incorporated cities should contact their relevant zoning department. For example, Winterset City residents should consult its Planning and Zoning Commission for zoning validation.