Benton County, Washington, has five cities. In Benton County, WA, property records encompass details on property ownership, transfers, assessments, and other key data vital for property valuation, legal compliance, and informed decision-making in real estate transactions.

In Benton County, WA, the average home rent is $1,105 each month, while the average home value is currently $328,770. The Benton median household income is $89,137 and the average property tax rate is 0.83% for county residents.

The Recording Department within the County Auditor's Office is the primary authority responsible for the recording and maintaining real property records in Benton County, WA. The department manages records such as deeds, liens, mortgages, and other documents related to real estate transactions.

Individuals seeking access to these records can utilize the Online Document Searching Application offered by the office. The records are indexed by name, recording date, book, page, and document type. Alternatively, individuals can visit the office in person to search for records or request a records search by mail.

The fees for acquiring copies of property documents from the Benton County Recording Department vary depending on the specific service one requires. Non-certified copies of pages (8½ X 14" or less) are $1 per page. Meanwhile, certified copies for legal size pages (8½ X 14" or less) are $3 for the first page and $1 for each additional page.

To verify zoning information for properties in unincorporated Benton County areas, individuals can contact the Planning Division or visit their website. Zoning information can also be obtained by contacting the respective city's planning or zoning department for properties within incorporated cities.