Sullivan County, New Hampshire Property Records

Sullivan County, New Hampshire, consists of  14 towns and one city. In Sullivan County, NH, property records provide crucial information for real estate, such as ownership history and legal descriptions. These records are essential for legal cases and city planning.

A review of Sullivan County property records reveals home values averaging $273,743, median monthly rent of $1,274, and median annual household income of $87,001. Regarding property taxes, the county levies a median rate of 2.23% of a property's assessed fair market value.

Property records in Sullivan County, NH, are managed by the  Register of Deeds Office. This office oversees property archives, which include liens, agreements, deeds, mortgages, plats, and leases dating back to 1827. The office maintains indices with details like grantor and grantee names, book and page numbers, property locations, and record dates.

For online access, the public can use the  AVA Search tool to search and print document copies of images and indices from 1827 to the present. The  Laredo service provides subscription-based access, while  Tapestry offers fee-based access to index records from 1965. Additionally, individuals who prefer in-person access can visit the Register of Deeds office at 14 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Newport, NH.

Property documents can also be requested through the mail. All requests must be made in writing, with volume and page numbers. To receive copies by mail, include a check payable to the Sullivan County Registry of Deeds for the correct amount, return postage, or a self-addressed stamped envelope.

The fee for obtaining copies of property records includes $1 per page for standard documents, $1 per page for 8 1/2" x 14" size, and $7 per sheet for larger-sized plat copies. Certification costs an additional $2 per document, and fax copies are $3 per page without certification.

To verify zoning information in Sullivan County, individuals must contact the relevant municipal planning or zoning office. Municipal offices can give the most current and detailed zoning information. Contact details can be found on their respective town and city websites.