Colfax County Property Records

Colfax County, Nebraska, is divided into two cities and four villages. Property records in Colfax County, NE, chronicle land ownership and transaction data. They help assessors equitably estimate market values based on location, building attributes, acreage, and prior sales data points.

By delving into Colfax County property records, one can discern an average home value of $149,700 alongside a median rent cost of $802, mirroring the county's median household income of $66,574. On average, the county collects 1.44% in median property taxes.

In Colfax County, NE, property records are preserved by the Register of Deeds. This office collates real estate documents, encompassing deeds, assignments, reconveyances, plats, liens, and mortgages.

To access these records in person, individuals can visit the office at 411 E 11th Street, Schuyler, NE 68661. Alternatively, those seeking more convenient access can utilize the Nebraska Deeds Online search system to retrieve digital records.

The system allows individuals to access property instruments dating from 1973 using various search criteria such as grantor/grantee name, filing date, instrument number, legal description, and instrument or document type. If specific documents are unavailable in the system, one can request record copies by emailing rmundil@colfaxcountyne.gov or faxing at (402) 352-8515.

Since the Colfax County Register of Deeds does not provide specific fee information for acquiring property record copies, those seeking copies and certifications should call the office at (402) 352-8504 to inquire about current pricing details before making in-person visits or placing copy orders.

To ascertain zoning details, contact the Colfax County Planning and Zoning Department at 402-352-8505. This department maintains subdivision regulations, the official zoning map, and ordinances in non-incorporated regions. For properties residing within city limits, residents should contact the relevant zoning authorities for guidance on zoning matters tailored to the properties.