Franklin County, ID Property Records
Property records in Franklin, Idaho document key details about real estate within the city and surrounding Franklin County. These records may include parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, plats, deeds, mortgages, liens, and transfer history. They are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, real estate professionals, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing tax assessments, or researching a property’s history.
Official Franklin property records are maintained at the county level. Assessment and parcel information is typically available through the Franklin County Assessor, while recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages are handled by the County Clerk/Recorder. Users can access official information through the county’s website or by contacting the appropriate office in person. Start with the Franklin County official property records resources for current access options and office details.
Franklin County, ID Property Records & Statistics
Franklin County has a median rent of $814, a bit below the Idaho figure of $841.50 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $272,900, higher than the state's $245,725 and well above the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 19.83% of homes, slightly under the state's 21.77% and the national 21.81%, so the market leans toward homeownership.
The median property tax rate is 0.46%, lower than the state rate of 0.52% and the national rate of 0.74%. Homeowners therefore pay a relatively light rate on homes that are valued above the state median.
Median household income is $77,644.50, much higher than $63,832 statewide and $65,108 nationally. That strong income level helps balance home values that are above the state average. The unemployment rate is 1.09%, about half the state's 2.22% and far below the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a county with modest rents, higher-than-average home values, low property taxes, strong household incomes, very low unemployment, and a housing market made up mostly of homeowners.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Franklin
Franklin County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 10,389 total parcels, including 6,032 residential and 248 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.96% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 18,880 deeds and 10,937 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 4,726 properties, with the latest valuation update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 10,389 |
| Residential Parcels | 6,032 |
| Commercial Parcels | 248 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.96% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 18,880 |
| Mortgage Records | 10,937 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,726 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 113 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender to another, while a release shows that a mortgage was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Franklin County has 14,749 assignment and release records available. They include 1,357 assignment documents recorded from January 18, 2005, through August 13, 2025, and 13,342 release documents recorded from January 7, 2005, through August 14, 2025, plus 50 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off, follow a loan between lenders, and find mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Franklin County, ID Property Records
Franklin County property records are kept by several county offices. The Clerk's Office handles recorded deeds, mortgages, and other documents, the Assessor maintains parcel and valuation records, and the Treasurer collects property taxes. Together they cover the county's 10,389 parcels, including ownership, assessed values, tax details, and recorded transactions.
To find a parcel, use the Franklin County GIS property map. For valuation questions, visit the Franklin County Assessor. Taxes can be paid through the Franklin County Treasurer online payment portal, and the Franklin County Clerk handles recorded documents.
The Clerk's office is at 39 W Oneida Street, Preston, open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, phone 208-852-1090.
Have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready, search with the most complete details, and open the record that matches. If something is not online, call the county.
Franklin Registrar of Deeds
The Franklin County Probate Office is located at 39 W Oneida Street, Preston, ID, 83263 and can be reached at 208-852-1090. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website franklincountyidaho.org.
Franklin County Clerk's Office
Franklin County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Franklin County property records by address?
Use the Franklin County GIS property map to find a parcel by location. If the address is not found, try a shorter version or call the county at 208-852-1090 and ask for the Assessor.
How can I find property owners in Franklin County?
Ownership appears in the Assessor's records and on the GIS property map. For the recorded deed that transferred ownership, contact the Franklin County Clerk at 39 W Oneida Street, Preston, or call 208-852-1090.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Franklin County?
The Franklin County Assessor determines assessed values. The county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on December 2, 2024. For questions about a specific valuation, call the county at 208-852-1090.
Where can I find Franklin County property tax bills and payment records?
Pay property taxes online through the Franklin County Treasurer payment portal. For bills or payment history, see the Treasurer's page or call 208-852-1090.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Franklin County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are handled by the Franklin County Clerk. Recorded deeds run from January 3, 2006 through August 1, 2025. The office is at 39 W Oneida Street, Preston, open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Franklin County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's GIS property map shows parcel locations across the county's 10,389 parcels. It is a useful reference but is not a legal survey of a property's boundaries. For further map questions, call 208-852-1090.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Franklin County?
See the county's Planning and Zoning department for zoning rules and permit applications, and the Building Department for building permits. Properties inside a city such as Preston follow that city's own rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Franklin County?
The county's online map is built for parcel-by-parcel lookups. For a larger list of owners, call 208-852-1090 and ask the Assessor or Clerk what ownership information can be provided and whether any fees apply.