Lake County, South Dakota, has seven cities within its borders. In Lake County, SD, property records contain legal descriptions and ownership histories for all parcels. They establish land titles and enable research of any property and its chain of custody over time.

According to Lake County property records, the median home value registers at $234,371, accompanied by a median rent of $775 in relation to the county's median household income of $88,223.

On the taxation front, the county consistently garners an average property tax rate of 0.96% from homeowners.

The Register of Deeds is the exclusive overseer of property records in Lake County, SD. It acts as the county's record-keeping and archival office concerning land documents such as plats, deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, assignments, and other records that date back to the early 1870s.

Currently, there are no online platforms available for accessing the property records remotely. Individuals interested in retrieving property information must physically visit the Register of Deeds office at 200 E Center St., Madison, SD 57042, where they can conveniently search using parameters like grantor/grantee name, recording date, legal description, document type, and book/page.

The fees for acquiring uncertified copies of property records in Lake County cost $1 per page. As for certified copies, there is a $5 charge for the first page and $1 for each additional page. If there are any questions regarding fees, reach out to the Register of Deeds at (605) 256-7614 or lakerod@lake.sd.gov.

To verify zoning information, consult the Lake County Planning and Zoning Department. This agency oversees the unincorporated areas and is responsible for enforcing the zoning and subdivision regulations and issuing zoning and building permits. If the property is within incorporated cities, consult the relevant municipal officials, as they specialize in zoning regulations within their boundaries.