Hertford Property Records

Hertford County, North Carolina, houses six municipalities. Property records in Hertford County, NC, track who rightfully owns each piece of land, following generations of sale, inheritance, development, and more. This infrastructure is the foundation facilitating valuable land deals and growth.

Hertford County property records reflect a median household income of $43,707 and indicate that the median home sale price stands at $87,883. The average rental cost is observed as $751. Regarding median property tax collection, the county reported a property tax rate of 1.18%.

In Hertford County, NC, property records are maintained by the Register of Deeds office. The Register of Deeds staff is responsible for recording and preserving various records dating back to 1862. These include deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, plats, liens, and more.

Individuals can access property records through the Hertford County Register of Deeds Online system. This database can retrieve records using search criteria such as document number, recording date, grantor/grantee name, and property information. However, note that older indexes and images may not be available electronically.

If the desired records are unavailable online, individuals can visit the Register of Deeds office during business hours or opt for a mail-in request. The office is at the Hertford County Courthouse, 3rd Floor, 119 Justice Drive, Suite 9, Winton, NC 27986. When making a mail-in request, include the required documentation, informational details, and applicable fees.

Copy requests incur fees, with certified copies costing $5 for the first page and $2 for each additional page, while uncertified copies are charged at $0.25 per page. Plat copies are $3 per page. Extra charges may apply for various services, and fees are subject to change. To stay informed about the latest fees or for further details on accessing property records, contact the Register of Deeds office at 252-358-7850.

For zoning verification of obtained records, contact the Hertford County Planning and Zoning Department or the zoning department within each municipality. These entities can confirm or rectify zoning information for particular parcels by cross-referencing official zoning maps and codes throughout the county.