Codington County, South Dakota, houses seven towns, with Watertown as the county seat. In Codington County, SD, property records serve as a comprehensive resource for property details, which ensures transparency in real estate transactions and aids informed decision-making.

Data extracted from Codington County property records highlights a median home value of $152,266 and a corresponding median rent cost of $855. These figures are directly linked to the median household income recorded at $63,129. In property taxes, the county has an average collection rate of 1.03% from homeowners.

As the library of local property records in Codington County, SD, the Register of Deeds ensures that all realty-related documents are recorded thoroughly and are indexed in a way that caters to efficient future retrieval. Among the records they manage include liens, deeds, mortgages, plats, and leases.

The Register of Deeds typically caches the recorded documents according to the indicated party names, parcel ID, subdivision, recording date, book/page, instrument type, and other considerations.

While there is no online database for these documents, the Register ensures public access by allowing researchers to browse and retrieve the archives at their office at 1st Ave., Watertown, SD, during regular office hours.

For remote access to official property records, requests can be made by calling the Register’s office at (605) 882-6278 or via email at codrod@codington.org. The relevant document identification information, the preferred mode of delivery, and proof of advance payment must be provided.

Codington County operates with a varied fee structure for obtaining property records. Certified copies of recorded or filed documents, including UCC filings, cost $5 for the first page and $1 for each additional page. Uncertified copies cost $1 per page. The fees apply to all formats, including microfilm, facsimile, electronic, and hard copies.

For zoning concerns, the Codington County Planning and Zoning Department can be contacted at (605) 882-6300 or via email at codington.county@sdstate.edu. This department is responsible for zoning administration and enforcement within unincorporated areas. For incorporated areas, it is best to contact the local office in charge of the property for zoning verification.