Madison County, OH Property Records
Property records in Madison, Ohio document key details about real estate within the community, including parcel numbers, ownership information, assessed values, property tax data, lot size, legal descriptions, transfers, and related public land records. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, researchers, and attorneys who need to verify ownership, review tax assessments, confirm property boundaries, or understand a parcel’s sales history.
Official Madison property records are maintained at the county level, as Madison is located in Lake County. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the Lake County Auditor’s office, while recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages may be available through the Lake County Recorder. To begin researching a parcel, visit the Lake County Auditor’s official property records search.
Madison County, OH Property Records & Statistics
Madison County has housing costs above the Ohio and national levels. Median rent is $937.50, compared with $817.75 statewide and $840.25 nationally. The median home value of $180,700 is higher than Ohio's $152,550 and the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 25.96% of homes, notably more than the state's 21.21% and the national 21.81%, so rentals are a meaningful part of the market.
The median property tax rate is 1.14%, just above Ohio's 1.11% and above the national 0.74%. On homes valued above the state median, owners can expect somewhat higher tax bills than in many parts of the state.
Household income is strong. The median of $77,004 is well above the state's $66,091.50 and the national $65,108, which helps balance the higher costs. The unemployment rate of 2.17% is lower than Ohio's 2.41% and the national 2.87%.
In all, Madison County pairs above-average rents and home values with a tax rate close to the state level, along with stronger incomes and lower unemployment than the state and the nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Madison
Madison County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 23,292 total parcels, including 17,354 residential and 2,117 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 96.21% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 39,430 deeds and 25,200 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 12,867 properties, last updated August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 23,292 |
| Residential Parcels | 17,354 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,117 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 96.21% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 39,430 |
| Mortgage Records | 25,200 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 12,867 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 1,622 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a loan moving from one lender to another, and a release shows that the debt was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Madison County has 43,521 assignment and release records on file. They include 5,276 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 2, 2025, and 38,205 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 2, 2025, plus 40 other documents.
Researchers can use these records to learn who holds a mortgage and confirm that earlier loans were paid off. They are useful before a sale or refinance, when an open lien could affect the deal, and for tracing a property's financing through different lenders.
How to Search Madison County, OH Property Records
Madison County property records are kept by the County Recorder, who holds deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents showing ownership transfers, loans, and liens for the county's 23,292 parcels.
The Madison County Recorder's Office page has office information and services. To search records online, use the Madison County official records search, which lets you look up recorded documents.
The Recorder's Office is at 1 N Main Street, London, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 740-852-1854 if you need help.
To search, have a property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the clearest details you have, review the results, and open the record that matches. If you do not see what you expect, try a different spelling or contact the office for guidance.
Madison Registrar of Deeds
The Madison County Probate Office is located at 1 N Main Street, London, OH, 43140 and can be reached at 740-852-1854. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through madisonoh.avenuinsights.com or the official website co.madison.oh.us.
Madison County Recorder's Office
Madison County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Madison County property records by address?
Use the Madison County official records search to look for records tied to a property. For parcel details by address, contact the County Auditor's office in London. The Recorder's Office at 740-852-1854 can also help you track down a recorded document.
How can I find property owners in Madison County?
Recorded deeds name the parties to each transfer. Search them using the Madison County official records search; deed records run from March 4, 2003, to August 29, 2025. The County Auditor's office also keeps current owner information.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Madison County?
Assessed values are maintained by the County Auditor's office in London. The county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated March 26, 2025. Contact the Auditor with a parcel number or address to review a value, or start with the Madison County Recorder's Office site for county contacts.
Where can I find Madison County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the County Auditor and County Treasurer. Contact the Madison County Treasurer in London to ask about a bill, due dates, or payment history, and have the parcel number handy. The Recorder's Office does not collect property taxes.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Madison County?
The Madison County Recorder's Office at 1 N Main Street, London, records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Search online through the official records search, or call 740-852-1854 during weekday hours, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Where can I access Madison County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 23,292 parcels are usually provided by the County Auditor's office or a county mapping department. Ask the Auditor in London whether an online parcel viewer is available. Parcel maps are only 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 locally. For a property in the City of London or another village, contact that municipality's building or zoning office. For township land, ask the township or county building offices. The Recorder's Office at 740-852-1854 can point you in the right direction.
How can I create a list of property owners in Madison County?
The county's online tools are designed for single-property searches. Use the Madison County official records search to collect owner names one record at a time. For a larger list, call the Recorder's Office at 740-852-1854 and ask what is available.