Belmont County, Ohio, encompasses 13 cities and 17 townships. In Belmont County, OH, property records catalog the historical and current information about land parcels, like ownership details and existing claims. They facilitate land transfers, development initiatives, and the overall operation of real estate markets.

Belmont County property records present a dynamic real estate market, featuring average home values around $130,293, accompanied by a median rent of $698. The county's median household earnings are reported at $60,221. Meanwhile, median property taxes amount to 1.08% of the property's assessed value.

In Belmont County, OH, the County Recorder documents land rights through property records like mortgages, title claims, deeds, easements, and liens. They index these documents by name, date, instrument number, and book/page details. The County Recorder does not currently support geographic indexing by property location or parcel number.

Individuals can access property records by visiting the courthouse at 101 W. Main Street, St. Clairsville, OH 43950. Alternatively, they can access them online through the Kofile search system. This database provides digital access to document images from 1992 to the current date.

The fees for obtaining most property records in Belmont County, OH, are $2 per page. For certification fees and other relevant information on requesting copies, contact the office at 740-699-2140 or email recordersoffice@co.belmont.oh.us.

For inquiries regarding zoning details in Belmont County, property owners should contact the planning department of their respective city or township. Each city and township operates its own local planning office, tasked with supervising land use and enforcing zoning regulations within their specific borders.