Madison County, IN Property Records
Property records in Madison, Indiana document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property tax information, transfers, legal descriptions, and sometimes building or land-use details. These records are useful for homebuyers, sellers, real estate professionals, researchers, and property owners who need to verify ownership, review assessment history, estimate tax obligations, or confirm details before a transaction.
Because Madison is located in Jefferson County, official property records are typically maintained through county offices such as the Assessor, Auditor, Treasurer, and Recorder, depending on the type of record needed. Users can access official information through the Jefferson County government website, including the county’s official property records resources. For recorded deeds, liens, or transfer documents, the Jefferson County Recorder’s Office may also be the appropriate source.
Madison County, IN Property Records & Statistics
Madison County has a median rent of $893, above Indiana's $819.50 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 21.94% of occupied homes, higher than the state's 19.27% and slightly above the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $134,750, lower than the state median of $157,400 and the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 0.75% is higher than Indiana's 0.67% and just above the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are relatively affordable to buy, though the tax rate is a little heavier than typical.
The median household income is $65,665, essentially level with the state's $65,530 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.39% is higher than Indiana's 2.29% and the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a county with moderate incomes, lower home values, somewhat higher rents and taxes, and unemployment above the state and national levels, with a renter share that is a bit larger than average.
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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 83,865 total parcels, including 66,710 residential and 5,647 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 89.96% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 138,890 deeds and 73,540 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 45,452 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 83,865 |
| Residential Parcels | 66,710 |
| Commercial Parcels | 5,647 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 89.96% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 138,890 |
| Mortgage Records | 73,540 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 45,452 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,470 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Madison County has 105,420 assignment and release records. They include 21,509 assignment documents, recorded from February 1, 2005, through September 4, 2025, and 83,869 release documents, recorded from June 11, 2003, through September 4, 2025, along with 42 other documents.
These records show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans were paid off. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to trace a loan between lenders, confirm that a past mortgage was released, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Madison County, IN Property Records
Madison County property records are held by several county offices, and the Recorder keeps deeds, mortgages, and related documents. The records connect to the county's 83,865 parcels and include ownership, valuation, and foreclosure information.
The Madison County Recorder's Office page is the county's official resource for recorded documents and recording forms. The office is at 16 East 9th Street, Anderson, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 765-641-9612 for help with copies or recording requirements.
Before searching, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the record that matches. Deeds show how ownership changed hands, and mortgage and release documents show the lending history. Recorded deeds and mortgages in the county date from January 2, 2006.
For assessment questions, such as a property's 2024 valuation, ask Recorder staff which county office can help.
Madison Registrar of Deeds
The Madison County Probate Office is located at 16 East 9th Street, Anderson, IN, 46016 and can be reached at 765-641-9612. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website madisoncounty.in.gov.
Madison County Recorder
Madison County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Madison County property records by address?
Start at the Madison County Recorder's Office page for recorded documents. If you cannot find the property by address, try a shorter street name or search by owner name or parcel number. You can also call 765-641-9612.
How can I find property owners in Madison County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds kept by the Madison County Recorder. Call 765-641-9612 or visit the Recorder's page to learn how to look up a deed. Deed records in the county run from January 2, 2006, to August 15, 2025.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Madison County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor, and the county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year across 83,865 parcels. The Recorder does not set values, but staff at 765-641-9612 can direct you to the office that handles assessments.
Where can I find Madison County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are handled by the county's tax offices rather than the Recorder, and the records reflect tax year 2024. Call the Madison County Recorder at 765-641-9612 for directions to the correct office, and have the parcel number or address ready.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Madison County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Madison County Recorder's Office, 16 East 9th Street, Anderson. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and its page includes recording forms.
Where can I access Madison County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps show boundaries for the county's 83,865 parcels. Call the Madison County Recorder at 765-641-9612 and ask which office publishes the current GIS tools. 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?
Permits and zoning are handled by planning and building offices rather than the Recorder. Call 765-641-9612 and ask which department covers your property. Properties inside Anderson or another city or town may follow that municipality's own rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Madison County?
County tools are built for individual lookups. For a larger list, contact the Madison County Recorder at 765-641-9612 and ask what bulk records are available. Recorded deeds can show owners of specific parcels, one property at a time.