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Instant Access to Rutherford County, NC Property Records

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  • Deed Records
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  • Taxes
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  • Purchase History
  • Property Details
  • And More!

Rutherford County, North Carolina, is home to eight towns. In Rutherford County, NC, property records logs document local land parcels' ownership, boundaries, and tax liabilities. These legal files empower efficient taxation, zoning, and disagreement settlement.

In Rutherford County, NC, the median home rental price is $723.00, the average home value is $165,300.00, and the median property tax rate is 0.61% of a property's assessed fair market value. The median household income is $55,371.00.

In Rutherford County, NC, the Registry of Deeds preserves property records dating back to the 1700s. Their records encompass various legal instruments, including deeds, conveyances, mortgages, assumed names, road maintenance agreements, separation agreements, plats, and other pertinent records.

To access these records, interested individuals can personally visit the office or send a request through mail at 229 N. Main Street, Post Office Box 551, Suite 202A, Rutherfordton, NC 28139.

Alternatively, they can utilize the eSearch system for a more convenient approach. This platform allows easy access to consolidated property instruments dating from January 1, 1974, using various search criteria such as quick name, advanced name, property specifics, book and page details, file number, and date range.

The fees for obtaining property records in Rutherford County, NC, vary based on the request type. For uncertified copies, the cost is $0.25 per page for in-office requests and $1 per page for requests via fax or mail. Certified copies of recorded documents cost $5 for the initial page and $2 for each additional page.

To confirm zoning information in Rutherford County, individuals should contact the local planning department where their property is situated. These offices manage land use regulations and enforce zoning ordinances in their jurisdiction.

Rutherford County Property Statistics

For an easier overview of the difference in tax rates between counties, explore the charts below. You can also get additional insights on median home values, income levels and homeownership rates in your area.

Median Rent

Rutherford County
$723.00
North Carolina
$846.75
National
$840.25

Median Property Tax Rate

Rutherford County
0.61%
North Carolina
0.72%
National
0.74%

Median Home Value

Rutherford County
$165,300.00
North Carolina
$176,900.00
National
$173,750.00

Median Income

Rutherford County
$55,371.00
North Carolina
$57,889.50
National
$65,108.00

Unemployment Rate (%)

Rutherford County
2.47%
North Carolina
3.02 %
National
2.87 %

Renter Occupied Housing (%)

Rutherford County
19.75%
North Carolina
25.4 %
National
21.81 %

Rutherford County Registrar of Deeds

Rutherford County Register of Deeds

Address: 229 North Main Street
Phone: 828-287-6155
Fax: 828-287-6195
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Email: rachel.thomas@rutherfordcountync.gov
Website: https://www.rutherfordcountync.gov/departments/register_of_deeds/index.php
Official Records Search: https://cottweb.rutherfordcountync.gov/External/LandRecords/protected/v4/SrchName.aspx
eRecording: https://www.rutherfordcountync.gov/departments/register_of_deeds/index.php

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Instant Access to Rutherford County, NC Property Records

  • Owner(s)
  • Deed Records
  • Loans & Liens
  • Values
  • Taxes
  • Building Permits
  • Purchase History
  • Property Details
  • And More!