Stark County Property Search
Per Section 5701.02 of the Ohio Revised Code, a real property is a parcel of land, including all vegetation, buildings, structures, and fixtures that are found on the land. Real property does not include mobile homes, travel trailers, park trailers, or manufactured homes. A property search involves locating the record of a property in Stark County. A property search furnishes the inquirer with all relevant information about a piece of real estate. The Recorder is the custodian of property records in Stark County.
Are Stark County Property Records Public?
Yes, property records are public records in Stark County pursuant to Ohio Revised Code, Section 149.43. Information contained in a property record can be accessed at will by members of the general public at reasonable times. While property records are generally accessible to the general public, the county may restrict some records or information contained in a record in accordance with the state laws guiding access to property records. For example, an individual’s social security number, driver’s license number, state or federal tax identification number, account number, and credit/debit card number are kept confidential by law.
Where to Perform a Stark County Property Lookup
A property can be looked up online or in person at the Stark County Recorder’s Office. Online requesters can use the Online Services portal to conduct a property search by parcel ID, owner name, or property address. Users can create an account or conduct a search as a guest. A search is conducted by selecting the appropriate “Search Type” and/or the “Document Type” and inputting the necessary search parameters. In-person requests can be made at the Recorder’s Office during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). The Office is located at suite 170.
How to Perform a Property Owner Lookup in Stark County
Interested persons can find property ownership information through the Real Estate Search portal the Stark County Auditor provides. The search parameters are parcel ID, owner name, or property address. Upon completion of the search, a list of matching properties in the county is displayed. The user can select a particular property to get ownership details like name, mailing name, and address. Alternatively, requesters can visit the Auditor’s Office to conduct a property owner lookup. The property address or parcel ID will be required to process the request. Note that copies of property records typically come with a small fee.
How to Find Stark County Property Records Online
Property records can be accessed online through portals provided by most record custodians in Stark County. For example, the Stark County Auditor’s Office provides access to property ownership information through its Basic Parcel Viewer. Enter the property’s address, parcel ID, or owner name in the search field at the top of the map to view property details.
Third-party sites are a viable alternative to official websites in obtaining property records in Stark County. Most of these websites provide their services for free and usually make it easier for individuals to locate a property. However, since it is not government-owned, the information obtained via third-party aggregate websites may not always be accurate or up to date.
How to Find Property Owner by Address for Free
The best way to find property owners by address for free in Stark County is through online portals. For example,
The Stark County Auditor’s Real Estate Search tool allows users to locate a property using its address. Users can choose between the “Basic Search”, “Advanced Search”, or “GIS/Map” options to search for a property by address. The owner of a property is documented in the property’s record and can be viewed after the property has been located.
Stark County Property Tax Lookup
The Stark County Treasurer’s Office has a Real Estate Search tool that can be used to find property tax information. A search can be conducted by parcel ID, owner name, or property address. Property taxes for prior years can be viewed on the Treasurer’s Online portal. A parcel ID would be required to conduct the search. Requesters must include a leading zero and no dashes when searching for taxes of properties in 2009 and before. However, no leading zero or dashes are required for taxes associated with parcels for years after 2009. Alternatively, individuals can visit the Treasurer’s Office Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to find property tax information. The Office is located at suite 250.
It is necessary to check the tax status and history of a property before purchase to avoid incurring unwanted debt.
How to Find Stark County Property Appraiser
Individuals can utilize the Real Estate License Lookup tool provided by the Ohio Department of Commerce to verify the license status of a practicing appraiser in Stark County. The search criteria for a license lookup include license number, name, or address. Requester should specifically select Ohio and Stark at the state and county search field respectively to narrow their search.
Upon completion of the search, the result will display the number of qualified appraisers that meet the search criteria and their license status. Alternatively, requesters can visit the Ohio Real Estate Appraiser Board to retrieve information on Stark County property appraisers. All in-person requests should be made during office hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at:
Ohio Department of Commerce
Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing
6606 Tussing Rd
P.O. Box 4008
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Phone: (614) 466-4100
Fax: (614) 644-0584
Email: Webreal@com.ohio.gov
Stark County Property Assessor
Per Ohio law, all property in the state, must be appraised for taxation purposes. The Stark County Auditor, who also is the property assessor, is the official responsible for property valuation in the county. The assessor uses information obtained from the auditor’s office, and property surveyors to appraise the property. The appraisal department of the auditor’s office is directly responsible for the appraisal of properties and can be contacted by phone at (330) 451-7085. The auditor’s office can also be contacted via email or in person at the office address below:
Stark County Auditor’s Office
110 Central Plaza South
Suite 220
Canton, OH 44702
