Madison County, IL Property Records
Property records in Madison, Illinois document ownership and land-related information for parcels within the city and surrounding Madison County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, legal descriptions, parcel numbers, assessed values, tax history, and property transfer details. They are useful for confirming ownership, researching a property’s history, preparing for a real estate transaction, reviewing tax assessments, or verifying legal boundaries.
Official Madison property records are maintained primarily by Madison County offices, including the Recorder’s Office for recorded land documents and the assessment office for parcel and valuation information. Users can access records online or contact the county offices for in-person assistance through the county’s official property records resources.
Madison County, IL Property Records & Statistics
Madison County has a median rent of $907, well above the Illinois median of $762 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 23.33% of occupied homes, higher than the state's 18.61% and the national 21.81%, so rentals are a sizable part of the local housing market.
The median home value is $166,200, much higher than the state median of $116,950 and closer to the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.95% is above the Illinois rate of 1.8% and more than two and a half times the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are among the more valuable in the region, and owners carry a high tax cost.
Residents earn above-average incomes. The median household income of $72,500 exceeds the state's $65,699.50 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.14% is slightly higher than the state's 2.92% and the national 2.87%.
In all, the figures describe a county with high home values, strong rents, above-average incomes, heavy property taxes, and unemployment just above the state and national rates.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Madison
Madison County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 136,568 total parcels, including 112,481 residential and 7,327 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 93.49% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 342,686 deeds and 331,053 mortgages since January 2, 1997, and valuation data is available for 94,063 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 136,568 |
| Residential Parcels | 112,481 |
| Commercial Parcels | 7,327 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.49% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 342,686 |
| Mortgage Records | 331,053 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 94,063 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 135,337 |
How to Search Madison County, IL Property Records
Madison County's recorded property documents are maintained by the Madison County Recorder's Office in Edwardsville. Its records go back to January 2, 1997 and connect to assessment data for the county's 136,568 parcels, making it a deep source for ownership, financing, and transfer history.
The Madison County Recorder's Office page describes the office's services. To look up documents online, use the Madison County Laredo records access, and visit the Madison County e-recording page if you file electronically. Forms and instructions are available from the Madison County Circuit Clerk forms page.
The recorder is at 157 N. Main St., Edwardsville, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 618-296-4475 for assistance.
To search, begin with a property owner's name or address, then review the recorded deeds and mortgages that appear. Check the recording dates and parties to follow the property's history, and contact the office if a record you need is not available online.
Madison Registrar of Deeds
The Madison County Probate Office is located at 157 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025 and can be reached at 618-296-4475. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through madisoncountyil.gov or the official website madisoncountyil.gov.
Madison County Recorder's Office
Madison County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Madison County property records by address?
Use the Madison County Laredo records access to look up recorded documents tied to a property. If an address search does not work, try an owner's name or call the Recorder's Office at 618-296-4475. The office is at 157 N. Main St., Edwardsville, and is open weekdays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I find property owners in Madison County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds, and the county holds 342,686 deed records dating from January 2, 1997. Search them through the Laredo records access or contact the Recorder's Office at 618-296-4475 for help searching by name.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Madison County?
Madison County's assessment records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the last assessor update on July 23, 2025. To find the assessed value of a specific parcel, call the Recorder's Office at 618-296-4475 and ask which office handles assessments for the property. Keep the address or parcel number on hand.
Where can I find Madison County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled by county offices that bill and collect property taxes, not the recorder. Call the Madison County Recorder's Office at 618-296-4475 or visit 157 N. Main St. in Edwardsville, and staff can direct you to the right office. Bring your parcel number or address for faster help.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Madison County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents can be searched through the Laredo records access. Electronic filers can use the e-recording page. You can also visit in person on weekdays or call 618-296-4475 to ask about copies.
Where can I access Madison County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 136,568 parcels are maintained by the offices that handle assessment and mapping. Call the Madison County Recorder's Office at 618-296-4475 and ask where to view parcel boundary maps and GIS layers. These maps are helpful for reference but are not a legal survey of property boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Madison County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on where a property is located. For land in Edwardsville, Alton, or another city or village, contact that municipality. For unincorporated areas, call the Madison County Recorder's Office at 618-296-4475 to ask which county department handles building permits and zoning for your parcel.
How can I create a list of property owners in Madison County?
The online tools are built for individual lookups, so a list of owners generally requires a bulk records request. Contact the Madison County Recorder's Office at 618-296-4475 to ask what data can be provided, in what format, and whether fees apply. Specify the area, property type, or time period you need.