Erie County, Ohio, comprises three cities, nine townships, and five villages. In Erie County, OH, property records serve as a comprehensive source of information for understanding property histories and valuation, which is crucial for real estate dealings and county development.

As reflected in Erie County property records, the county has a median home value of $205,085 and a median rent cost of around $902. Meanwhile, households in the county earn median salaries of $72,002 and pay median property taxes at a rate of 1.22% of assessed property values.

Property records in Erie County, OH, are managed by the Recorder’s Office. This office maintains a comprehensive permanent record of property-related documents, such as deeds, liens, mortgages, leases, and plats. These records are indexed by names, recording date range, document type, book and page, and document number.

The Erie County Recorder’s Office provides online and in-person access to property files. Property records from 1987 onward can be accessed through the Self-Service Web portal. Pre-1990 files are added to this database daily. During regular office hours, one can also obtain copies of these documents by visiting the Recorder’s Office at 247 Columbus Avenue, Suite 225, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Per Ohio regulations, the Erie County Recorder's Office charges fees for copies. An 8.5" x 14" page costs $2. Additional fax fees apply based on destination - local faxes are $2 per page, while long-distance faxes are $4 per page. For further information about fees, contact the office at (419) 627-7686.

In Erie County, zoning information can be verified by contacting the Department of Planning and Development at 419-627-7792 or planning@eriecounty.oh.gov. Additionally, zoning records can be confirmed by contacting or visiting the local planning or zoning office.