Washington County, Florida, is home to three cities, two towns, and six unincorporated communities. In Washington County, FL, property records contain data on ownership, values, taxes paid, and history for every parcel of land. This open access helps maintain clear titles and enables the real estate market to function smoothly.

Washington County property records offer a glimpse into the local real estate trends with a median home value of $123,860, a median rent of $815, and a median household income of $43,547. On the taxation front, county property owners pay a median rate of 0.51% of their property's assessed value.

In Washington County, FL, the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller serve as the designated repository for property records. Their duties involve receiving, filing, and indexing diverse real estate documents, such as liens, mortgages, deeds, and plats.

Individuals interested in accessing these records can use the Statewide Official Records Search. This system allows individuals to retrieve property instruments dating from November 4, 1961, using search criteria such as party name, location, document type, date range, instrument number, and book and page details.

Alternatively, those interested in historical documents can utilize the QuickLink website, which provides access to deed books spanning 1911 to 1970. Additionally, they can visit the office at 1293 Jackson Avenue, Chipley, FL 32428, for direct access to desired property records.

The fees for obtaining property records in Washington County, FL, from the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller start at $1 per page for standard copies, while certified copies cost an additional $3 per document.

To confirm zoning details for properties within the unincorporated areas and the municipalities of Ebro, Caryville, Vernon, and Wausau, contact the Washington County Planning Department at (850) 415-5093. For properties in Chipley City, property owners should contact its Planning and Zoning Commission Department at (850) 638-6350.