Franklin County, IL Property Records
Property records in Franklin, Illinois are official documents that identify and describe real estate within the village, including ownership details, legal descriptions, parcel numbers, assessed values, tax information, deeds, transfers, mortgages, liens, and plats when available. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, lenders, appraisers, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review property history, estimate taxes, or confirm legal boundaries.
Because Franklin is located in Morgan County, official property records are maintained at the county level rather than by the village. Users can access or request records through the Morgan County offices responsible for recording documents, assessments, and tax information. A good starting point is the county’s official property records resource through the Morgan County Clerk and Recorder, where users can find information about recorded land documents and related services.
Franklin County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Franklin County is an inexpensive place to rent or buy, though local incomes and employment trail the state. The median rent is $726, below the Illinois median of $762 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 18.64% of occupied homes, essentially level with the state's 18.61% and below the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $83,100, well under the state median of $116,950 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.42% is lower than the Illinois rate of 1.8% but still nearly double the national rate of 0.74%, so owners pay less than in much of the state while the rate stays above the national norm.
The median household income of $51,816 is below both the state figure of $65,699.50 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 4.25% is notably higher than the 2.92% statewide and the 2.87% nationally, pointing to a more challenging job market.
Overall, the figures describe a county with low housing costs and moderate property taxes, offset by below-average incomes and unemployment that runs above state and national levels.
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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 30,815 total parcels, including 22,279 residential and 1,549 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 92.58% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 5,984 deeds and 1,899 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 13,436 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 30,815 |
| Residential Parcels | 22,279 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,549 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.58% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 5,984 |
| Mortgage Records | 1,899 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 13,436 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 7,512 |
How to Search Franklin County, IL Property Records
Franklin County's recorded real estate documents are kept by the Franklin County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 901 Public Square in Benton. The office records deeds, mortgages, and related instruments, which connect to the county's 30,815 parcels and show the parties, dates, and document types involved.
The Franklin County Clerk & Recorder website is the official starting point for learning how recording works and for requesting records. If you cannot find what you need there, the staff can search for a document on your behalf, either in person in Benton or by phone at 618-435-9800.
Before you reach out, collect the owner's name, the property address, or the parcel number, and decide whether you need a deed, a mortgage, or another instrument. Giving an approximate date shortens the lookup, since recorded deeds in the county run from January 2013. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Franklin Registrar of Deeds
The Franklin County Probate Office is located at 901 Public Square, Benton, IL, 62812 and can be reached at 618-435-9800. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website franklincountyil.gov.
Franklin County Clerk & Recorder's Office
Franklin County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Franklin County property records by address?
Contact the Franklin County Clerk & Recorder's Office at 618-435-9800. Recorded documents are generally found by name and document details, so give staff the property address along with any owner name you have, and they can help locate the matching record for that parcel.
How can I find property owners in Franklin County?
Recorded deeds show the parties to each transfer. Ask the Clerk & Recorder at 901 Public Square, Benton, or call 618-435-9800, for the deed on a specific parcel. The county has 5,984 deed records from January 2, 2013, so an approximate date helps. The office page has more details.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Franklin County?
Franklin County's tax records cover 30,815 parcels, with the latest assessment year being 2024 and the last assessor update on August 18, 2025. For a particular parcel's assessed value, call the Clerk & Recorder at 618-435-9800 and ask which office maintains it. The county page lists contacts.
Where can I find Franklin County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled apart from recorded documents. Call the Franklin County Clerk & Recorder at 618-435-9800 and ask for the office that issues and collects them, and have your parcel number or address ready. The Clerk & Recorder page is a good starting point.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Franklin County?
The Clerk & Recorder's Office holds deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments. Request them through the office website, by phone at 618-435-9800, or in person at 901 Public Square, Benton. The county has 5,984 deed records and 1,899 mortgage records on file.
Where can I access Franklin County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are not part of the recorded document files. Call the Franklin County Clerk & Recorder at 618-435-9800 and ask which office provides current parcel maps for the county's 30,815 parcels. Plats and legal descriptions in recorded documents obtained from the Clerk & Recorder can also show boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Franklin County?
Permits and zoning are normally handled by the city, village, or county authority covering the property. Call the Franklin County Clerk & Recorder at 618-435-9800 for a referral to the right office, or start from the county office page for general contact information.
How can I create a list of property owners in Franklin County?
The office is best suited to individual lookups, such as deeds for a given name or period. For a larger list, contact the Franklin County Clerk & Recorder at 618-435-9800 and ask what bulk data or copies are available, including any fees or formats that apply.