Ferry Property Records

Ferry County, Washington, houses seven cities, with Republic being the largest. In Ferry County, WA, property records document land ownership, boundaries, and historical details. These records are pivotal in land valuation, urban development, and legal property rights enforcement.

Ferry County property records display a median home value of $252,785, a median rent of $825, and a median household income of $46,827. The records also reveal that Ferry County collects 0.7% of a property's value as property tax.

Property records in Ferry County, WA, are administered by the  County Auditor. The office mainly handles the recording and archiving of real estate documents, including deeds, mortgages, liens, surveys, and plats. Additionally, they index all recorded instruments to establish a valuable historical library for both present and future generations of Ferry County citizens.

Since most indexed documents are public records, individuals can conveniently browse and obtain copies by visiting the Auditor's office during business hours at 350 E Delaware Ave., Republic, WA 99166. The on-site records are searchable by grantor/grantee, recording date, document type, and legal description.

The County Auditor's office also furnishes remote instrument copies for those unable to visit the office in person. To request a record, interested parties should email the completed  Request for Searches or Copy the Public Records Form to the County Auditor at records@co.ferry.wa.us.

Regarding fees, the Auditor charges a document search fee of $8 per hour. If one chooses to acquire copies, each page costs $1. For those who wish to obtain certified copies, there is a $3 fee for the first page and $1 for each succeeding page. For more information, call the office at (509) 775-5225 ext. 2500.

Regarding zoning, Ferry County does not impose restrictions on building types. However, it does enforce rules related to minimum property sizes. Property owners with concerns regarding this rule or zoning in general should consult the  Ferry County Planning Department at (509) 775-5225 ext. 3101. For further verification, consider contacting the relevant local offices overseeing the property.