Franklin County, KS Property Records
Property records in Franklin, Kansas include documents and data related to real estate ownership, such as deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, and property tax information. These records are useful for confirming ownership, researching property history, preparing for a purchase or sale, verifying tax obligations, and reviewing land descriptions or recorded interests.
Because Franklin is located in Crawford County, official property records are maintained by county offices, including the Register of Deeds for recorded documents and the County Appraiser or Treasurer for valuation and tax details. Users can access official information through the county’s government resources, including the Crawford County property records offices, or by contacting the appropriate county office directly for copies, searches, or filing requirements.
Franklin County, KS Property Records & Statistics
Franklin County has a median rent of $860, above the Kansas median of $717.50 and slightly above the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is only 16.58% of homes, below the state's 20.84% and the national 21.81%, so the county is mostly owner-occupied even though rents are relatively high.
The median home value is $182,050, far above the state's $108,000 and above the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate is 1.32%, lower than the Kansas rate of 1.53% but well above the national 0.74%. Owners face higher home prices than in most of Kansas, with a tax rate that is lighter than the state level.
Median household income is $66,588.50, higher than the state's $61,875 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 1.6%, below both the state's 2.03% and the national 2.87%, which points to a healthy job market.
Overall, the figures describe a comparatively affluent county with higher home values and rents, a high share of homeowners, above-average incomes, and low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Franklin
Franklin County property records include tax assessor parcels, property valuations, recorded documents, and foreclosure filings. The county has 14,761 total parcels with 75.88% tax record coverage for the 2024 assessment year, and valuation data is available for 6,953 properties. Foreclosures follow a judicial process, with records from November 10, 2006.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,761 |
| Residential Parcels | 10,713 |
| Commercial Parcels | 648 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 75.88% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Latest Assessor Update | November 25, 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6,953 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 130 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 772 |
How to Search Franklin County, KS Property Records
Franklin County property records are kept in Ottawa, where the Franklin County Register of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, and other documents that affect real estate. The county's assessment records cover 14,761 parcels, from residential neighborhoods to farmland and commercial properties.
Begin with the Franklin County Register of Deeds page, the official source for information on the office, recording, and copies of documents. If you need standard paperwork, the Franklin County deeds forms page lists the forms the office provides.
The office is at 315 S. Main Street in Ottawa and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You can call 785-229-3440 to ask about a specific deed, mortgage, or other recorded document.
Before you search or call, gather the property address, the owner's name, or a parcel number. Deeds show how ownership has transferred over time, while mortgages and related filings show loans secured by the property. Assessment records reflect the 2024 assessment year, so the parcel record you find will show the most recent update on file. If you are unsure which document you need, describe the property and the transaction, and the staff can help.
Franklin Registrar of Deeds
The Franklin County Probate Office is located at 315 S. Main Street, Ottawa, KS, 66067 and can be reached at 785-229-3440. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website franklincoks.org.
Franklin County Register of Deeds
Franklin County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Franklin County property records by address?
Start with the Franklin County Register of Deeds for recorded documents tied to an address. Staff at 785-229-3440 can match a street address to a parcel, and you can visit 315 S. Main Street in Ottawa on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
How can I find property owners in Franklin County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Contact the Franklin County Register of Deeds at 785-229-3440 with the address or parcel number to find out who holds title. The county has 14,761 parcels, and tax records cover 75.88% of the population.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Franklin County?
Franklin County's assessment records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated November 25, 2024. To ask about a specific property's assessed value, call the Register of Deeds at 785-229-3440 and ask which county office handles valuation questions.
Where can I find Franklin County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax records currently reflect tax year 2024. Tax bills are handled separately from recorded documents, so call 785-229-3440 or visit 315 S. Main Street in Ottawa during business hours and ask to be directed to the office that issues bills and accepts payments.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Franklin County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Franklin County Register of Deeds. The deeds forms page lists available forms. The office, at 315 S. Main Street in Ottawa, is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Franklin County parcel maps and GIS information?
Franklin County has 14,761 parcels. Parcel maps and GIS information are published separately from recorded documents. Browse the county site, franklincoks.org, for department pages, or call 785-229-3440 and ask where the current parcel map is posted.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Franklin County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on where the property is. In Ottawa or another city, contact that city for permits and zoning. For unincorporated land, ask at Franklin County offices. The Register of Deeds at 785-229-3440 can direct you to the correct department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Franklin County?
The county serves records one property at a time. For a list of owners, call the Register of Deeds at 785-229-3440 and ask what the county can provide for multiple parcels, including the format and any fees.