Clay County, Illinois, has six cities, and Louisville is the county seat. In Clay County, IL, property records are the archival basis delineating ownership rights and land parcel descriptions and officially registering appraised valuations for tax purposes related to private and commercially zoned real estate.

According to Clay County property records, the average home values stand at $121,440, with residents encountering a median rent of $628. The data also shows that the county's households yield a median income of $61,842. In median property taxes, the county secures an average rate of 1.56% in collections.

The administrator of property records in Clay County, IL, is the County Clerk and Recorder. Operating as the recorder of deeds, this office is responsible for filing and preserving documents relating to land transfers, including deeds, subdivision plats, liens, UCC filings, and mortgages.

In Clay County, these records are accessible through the CIC Remote Access database. To utilize the system, individuals must register for a subscription account, enabling them to search for digitized documents dating back to 2003.

The search criteria include party name, instrument type, book/page number, recorded date, and details related to platted and unplatted properties. Those interested in purchasing a subscription can contact the County Clerk and Recorder's office at 618-665-3626 for further information.

Apart from online access, individuals can retrieve property records by visiting the office at 111 E. Chestnut, Room 106, Louisville, IL 62858. Alternatively, they can submit requests via mail to P.O. Box 160.

The fees for acquiring property records in Clay County include $1 per page for document copies and $20 for each document for certified copies. Additionally, certified plat copies are available for $10 each.

For zoning verification, contact the relevant municipal zoning or planning office. For instance, residents of Flora City can contact its Building and Zoning Department for zoning maps and ordinances.