Franklin County, PA Property Records
Property records in Franklin, Pennsylvania provide official information about real estate within the city, including parcel ownership, assessed values, property boundaries, tax details, deed references, transfers, and legal descriptions. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review assessment history, estimate taxes, or research a property’s background before a transaction. Because Franklin is located in Venango County, official property records are generally maintained through county offices such as the Assessment Office and the Register and Recorder. Users can access these resources through the Venango County official property records resources, where they can find information on assessments, recorded documents, parcel data, and related county services.
Franklin County, PA Property Records & Statistics
Franklin County has a median rent of $1,010, well above the Pennsylvania median of $839 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value of $205,400 is also higher than the state's $168,550 and the national $173,750, placing the county among the pricier markets in south-central Pennsylvania. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 22.41% of occupied homes, above the state share of 19.64% and slightly above the national share of 21.81%.
The median property tax rate is 1.1%, lower than the state rate of 1.3% but above the national rate of 0.74%. Because home values are high, the lower rate still produces a meaningful tax bill, though the county is more favorable than much of Pennsylvania on rate alone.
The median household income is $65,698, a little above the state's $63,611 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.23% is lower than both the state's 2.84% and the national 2.87%, showing a solid job market.
Overall, the figures describe a county with higher-than-average home values and rents, a below-state property tax rate, incomes just above the benchmarks, and low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Franklin
Franklin County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 73,083 total parcels, including 59,526 residential and 3,853 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 99.37% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 89,999 deeds and 67,339 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 50,035 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 73,083 |
| Residential Parcels | 59,526 |
| Commercial Parcels | 3,853 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 99.37% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 89,999 |
| Mortgage Records | 67,339 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 50,035 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 19,636 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or servicer to another, and a release shows the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Franklin County has 156,218 assignment and release records. They include 16,865 assignment documents and 139,190 release documents, along with 163 other documents. Assignments were recorded from April 4, 2004, through September 3, 2025, and releases from January 10, 2000, through September 3, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners, and title researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off, follow a loan as it moved between lenders, and identify liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The release history also gives a longer view of past financing on a property.
How to Search Franklin County, PA Property Records
Franklin County deeds, mortgages, and related land documents are recorded by the Register & Recorder's Office at 272 North Second Street in Chambersburg. The county's records include 73,083 parcels along with recorded deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases that document ownership history, transfers, and loans secured by a property.
The Franklin County Register & Recorder's Office page is the official starting point. It describes the office's services, how to request records, and electronic recording information for title companies and attorneys.
To search, gather the owner's name, the property address, or known document details such as a recording date. Use the office page to find the available search options, enter the most complete information you have, and review matching documents. If nothing appears, try other name spellings or a wider date range.
For help finding a record or requesting copies, call the office at 717-261-3872. It is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Franklin Registrar of Deeds
The Franklin County Probate Office is located at 272 North Second Street, Chambersburg, PA, 17201 and can be reached at 717-261-3872. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website franklincountypa.gov.
Franklin County Register & Recorder's Office
Franklin County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Franklin County property records by address?
Begin on the Franklin County Register & Recorder's Office page, which explains how to search recorded documents. Records are indexed mostly by name and document details, so an owner name helps. If you only have an address, call 717-261-3872 and staff can suggest how to find the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Franklin County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds, and the latest deed generally identifies the current owner. The county has 89,999 deed records, recorded from January 1, 2006. Use the Register & Recorder's Office page or call 717-261-3872 for help.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Franklin County?
Franklin County's assessment records cover 73,083 parcels and reflect the 2025 assessment year, last updated May 29, 2025. Assessments are kept by the county's assessment office, not the Register & Recorder. Call 717-261-3872 and ask to be directed to the office that can provide a parcel's assessed value.
Where can I find Franklin County property tax bills and payment records?
Pennsylvania property tax bills are issued by county, municipal, and school district tax collectors, and Franklin County's median rate is 1.1%. To find who bills your property, call the Register & Recorder's Office at 717-261-3872, 272 North Second Street, Chambersburg, and staff can direct you to the correct office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Franklin County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded by the Register & Recorder's Office. See the office page for search and recording information, or visit 272 North Second Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. You can also call 717-261-3872.
Where can I access Franklin County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's records cover 73,083 parcels, but the Register & Recorder's office does not publish parcel maps. For GIS or parcel boundary mapping, call 717-261-3872 and ask which county office maintains it. Any map you find is a general reference and not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Franklin County?
Permits and zoning in Pennsylvania are usually handled by the municipality where the property sits, so contact the borough or township office for your address. The Register & Recorder's Office at 717-261-3872 can help you identify the municipality. Recorded deeds may also reveal restrictions on a property.
How can I create a list of property owners in Franklin County?
County tools are designed for individual lookups. For a larger list, such as owners in a neighborhood, call the Register & Recorder's Office at 717-261-3872 to ask what bulk records or copies are available and what fees apply. You can start with the office page.