Leavenworth County, Kansas, consists of seven cities, with Leavenworth serving as the county seat and most populous. In Leavenworth County, KS, property records contain data on aspects of land parcels, including owner names, parcel boundaries, valuations, tax assessments, encumbrances, and sale histories. This information facilitates real estate transactions and gives visibility into ownership.

When examining the recent Leavenworth County property records, one can uncover a median home value of $256,650 and a median rent of $1,177. With a median household income of $89,365, the county collects 1.24% median property taxes based on assessed property valuations.

The Register of Deeds Office is responsible for recording and maintaining real property records in Leavenworth County, KS. These records include deeds, mortgages, easements, liens, releases, surveys, subdivision plats, and more. The public can access these land records primarily through the online Tapestry search system.

In this system, searches by name or legal description provide results from October 1971, when records were first indexed electronically. Images of documents before 1971 are available but not yet indexed, so an exact book and page number must be provided to locate them.

The Register of Deeds staff cannot provide free research assistance or copies. There is an $8.95 search fee plus a $1/page print fee when ordering online with a credit card. Individuals also have the option to call the office at 913-684-0424 and request documents be emailed for a $7 fee per document.

To verify zoning information for a property in unincorporated Leavenworth County areas, contact the county's Planning and Zoning Department or use their interactive map online. For incorporated areas within city limits, contact that city's planning department instead regarding zoning concerns.