Lawrence County, Pennsylvania Property Records

Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, comprises two cities, nine boroughs, and 16 townships. In Lawrence County, PA, property records inform individuals of land ownership and value through recorded deeds and surveys, establishing ownership rights and aiding in assessing fair property taxes.

According to the latest Lawrence County property records, the average home value stands at $137,169, with a median rent of $772 and a median household income of $59,889. The data further reveal that the county imposes 1.37% of a property's value as property tax.

The Recorder of Deeds is tasked with preserving property records in Lawrence County, PA. It maintains various legal documents relating to real estate, including assignments, deeds, easements, leases, mortgages, and liens. These records date back to 1849 and are accessible in the office and online.

Individuals can visit the office at 430 Court Street, New Castle, PA 16101, to search these documents personally, including historical ones. Meanwhile, more recent records can be searched remotely using the Recorder of Deeds Online Services, which requires information like name, document type, parcel ID, municipality, recorded date range, document number, or book/page reference for accurate searches.

Obtaining property records in Lawrence County involves fees that vary based on the type of copy requested. Standard copies are $0.50 per page, while certifying them requires an additional $1.50. If a certified copy with a blue-backed verification is needed, an extra $5 fee applies above standard certification charges.

For verification of zoning information in Lawrence County, individuals can contact the Department of Planning and Community Development through phone at (724) 656-2144 or fax at (724) 656-2151). This department offers professional planning and technical assistance related to zoning, including comprehensive land use planning, ordinance development, and land development reviews.