Franklin County, Massachusetts, comprises one city and 25 towns. In Franklin County, MA, property records catalog information on local real estate, such as taxes owed and purchase or sale dates. Prospective home buyers often review these files to evaluate parcels before purchasing.

Franklin County property records depict the local real estate market, showcasing a median home value of $294,155. The median rent in the area is $1,160, with households having a median income of $80,873. Concerning how much tax revenue comes from property owners, the county gathers around 1.44% of a property's fair market value.

Property records in Franklin County, MA, are maintained by the Registry of Deeds. Its role involves registering and preserving diverse land documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens, plans, maps, and UCC filings.

Individuals can utilize the Massachusetts Land Records search system to access these records. Through this database, they can retrieve property instruments dating back to 1900 by searching using criteria such as name, book number, document details, recorded date, and property information.

On this system, property images from 1663 to 1900 are also available by choosing "1663-1974 Grantor or Grantee Index" from the "Search Criteria" drop-down menu. For those preferring in-person access, the office at 43 Hope Street, Greenfield, MA 01302, provides direct access to records dating back to 1787 and assistance from staff members.

The fees for obtaining property records from the Registry of Deeds include $1 per page for certified document copies. For other possible costs for services requested, contact the office at 413 772-0239.

To validate zoning details, contact the Franklin County Cooperative Inspection Program at 413-774-3167. However, they handle zoning enforcement for 15 towns only. For properties outside their jurisdiction, contact the local planning department.