Madison County, ID Property Records
Property records in Madison, Idaho provide official information about real estate within Madison County, including ownership details, parcel numbers, assessed values, property descriptions, tax history, exemptions, and recorded changes affecting land or buildings. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, appraisers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review property tax information, evaluate market context, or confirm parcel boundaries and assessment data.
Users can access official Madison property records through the Madison County government, particularly the Assessor’s Office, which maintains assessment and parcel information for properties in the county. For the most reliable and current information, visit the county’s official property records resources or contact the Madison County Assessor directly.
Madison County, ID Property Records & Statistics
Madison County has a median rent of $1,067.50, well above the Idaho figure of $841.50 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $315,150, higher than the state's $245,725 and the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing is a defining feature: 45.94% of homes are rented, more than double the state's 21.77% and the national 21.81%.
The median property tax rate is 0.46%, lower than the state rate of 0.52% and the national rate of 0.74%, which keeps ongoing costs lower for owners despite high home values.
Median household income is $58,970, below Idaho's $63,832 and the national $65,108. With rents and home values above average, this gap means housing is relatively expensive for local households. The unemployment rate is 8.59%, far above the state's 2.22% and the national 2.87%, which is the sharpest contrast in the county's data.
Overall, the figures describe a county with a very large rental market, high rents and home values, a low property tax rate, below-average incomes, and unemployment well above both the state and the country.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Madison
Madison County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 16,710 total parcels, including 11,027 residential and 1,365 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 83.66% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 23,526 deeds and 13,565 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 7,360 properties, with the latest valuation update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 16,710 |
| Residential Parcels | 11,027 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,365 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 83.66% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 23,526 |
| Mortgage Records | 13,565 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 7,360 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 70 |
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.
Madison County has 5,723 assignment and release records available. They include 171 assignment documents recorded from January 12, 2022, through August 25, 2025, and 5,545 release documents recorded from July 18, 2007, through August 29, 2025, plus 7 other documents.
For property research, these records show who holds a mortgage and whether earlier loans were paid off. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to confirm releases, trace a loan between lenders, and find mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Madison County, ID Property Records
Madison County property records are kept by several county offices in Rexburg. The Clerk's Office, which includes the Recorder, holds deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents, while the Assessor and Treasurer handle valuation and property taxes. Together they cover the county's 16,710 parcels, including ownership, assessed values, tax details, and recorded transactions.
The main resource is the Madison County Clerk and Recorder page, which explains how to request recorded documents and records services. The Recorder's Office is at 134 East Main Street, Rexburg, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, phone 208-359-6219.
For deeds and mortgages, ask the office to search by owner name, parcel number, or document type. Assessment and tax questions can be directed to the same courthouse at 134 East Main Street.
Before contacting the office, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Share the most complete details you have, and ask for the record that matches the property you are researching.
Madison Registrar of Deeds
The Madison County Probate Office is located at 134 East Main Street, Rexburg, ID, 83440 and can be reached at 208-359-6219. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website co.madison.id.us.
Madison County Recorder's Office
Madison County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Madison County property records by address?
Contact the county offices at 134 East Main Street, Rexburg, with the property address, and ask the Assessor to locate the parcel. The Madison County Clerk page has contact details. If the address is not found, try a shorter version or call 208-359-6219.
How can I find property owners in Madison County?
Ownership appears in assessment records and in recorded deeds held by the Recorder. Call 208-359-6219 or visit the Madison County Clerk and Recorder at 134 East Main Street, Rexburg. Recorded deeds run from January 2, 2008 through August 22, 2025.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Madison County?
The County Assessor determines assessed values, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year with an assessor update of January 1, 2025. For valuation questions, call the courthouse at 208-359-6219 and ask to be connected with the Assessor's office.
Where can I find Madison County property tax bills and payment records?
Property taxes are collected by the County Treasurer at the courthouse, 134 East Main Street, Rexburg. Call 208-359-6219 to ask about a bill, payment options, or payment history. The county's tax records cover the 2024 tax year.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Madison County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Recorder. Visit the Madison County Clerk and Recorder page, or the office at 134 East Main Street, Rexburg, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You can also call 208-359-6219.
Where can I access Madison County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 16,710 parcels are kept with the Assessor's records. Call 208-359-6219 to ask about available maps and plats. Parcel maps are a reference and are not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Madison County?
Call the courthouse at 208-359-6219 to be directed to the staff who handle building permits and zoning for unincorporated areas. Properties inside the city of Rexburg follow the city's own permit and zoning rules, so check with the city if the property is in town.
How can I create a list of property owners in Madison County?
The county's records are designed for individual lookups. For a larger list of owners, call 208-359-6219 or contact the Madison County Clerk and ask what can be provided and whether any copy fees apply.