Reno County, Kansas, incorporates 17 cities, with Hutchinson as the county seat. In Reno County, KS, property records constitute all land, buildings, and homes in an official register showing who owns each property, its value, and taxes owed.

Reno County property records show a steady real estate market, with average home values around $111,530, while the median rent for homes is $744. The median household income in the county is $54,554. Property owners in Reno County pay an average property tax rate of 1.62% of the assessed property value.

In Reno County, KS, the Register of Deeds is responsible for the safekeeping of comprehensive property records comprising mortgages, plats, subdivisions, deeds, liens, easements, releases, restrictive covenants, and assignments.

Individuals seeking these documents can utilize the CIC Remote Access system. This online portal categorizes records based on criteria such as involved parties, instrument type, dates recorded, platted and unplatted details, and GIS addresses.

If specific documents are unavailable through the online portal, individuals can access them in person at the Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue, Hutchinson, KS. Those unable to visit can retrieve specific property instruments over the phone at 620-694-2942.

The fees for obtaining property records in Reno County, KS, include $1 per page for document copies and an extra $1 for fax or email request copies. Certification fees for most recorded documents are $13 per instrument, while it is $7.50 per document for federal tax liens.

For individuals seeking to verify zoning information in Reno County, it is recommended to schedule an appointment with Mark Vonachen, the county planner at the Public Works Planning and Zoning Division. He can be contacted by phone at 620-694-2978. Appointments occur from Monday to Thursday at their office at 600 Scott Boulevard, South Hutchinson, KS 67505.