Search San Miguel County, CO Property Records

San Miguel County, Colorado, has the cities of Telluride, Mountain Village, Norwood, Ophir, and Sawpit within its border. Property records in San Miguel County, CO, typically contain surveys, deeds, and liens identifying persons owning land. This information stops unlawful development, empowers responsible governance, and maintains the continuity of possessions touching many families for generations.

Recent San Miguel County property records show a median home value of $632,200.00, a median rent of $1,227.50, and a median household income of $68,654.00. The records also indicate that San Miguel County collects 0.25% of a property's fair market value as property tax.

In San Miguel County, CO, property records are managed by the Clerk and Recorder's office. This office oversees various real estate documents, including deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats.

Real property records dating from 1875 are accessible online through the theCountyRecorder system. Users can conduct searches and purchase records by providing party names, recording dates, document numbers, document types, and book/page references.

Alternatively, individuals can request copies of records by submitting a written request via mail to P.O. Box 548, Telluride, CO 81435-0548, or via email to recording@sanmiguelcountyco.gov. For those preferring on-site inspection, the office is located at 305 W Colorado Avenue, 1st Floor, Telluride, CO 81435, and is open during regular office hours.

Regarding fees, most document types cost $0.25 per page. For plat copies, the fees are $5 per page for a size of 24x36 or $2 per page for plat maps of 11x17 or smaller size. These fees apply to hard copies and digital versions, although digital copies can only be purchased as complete documents. If certification is required, there is an additional fee of $1 per document. For more information, dial 970-728-3954.

To verify zoning information, contact the San Miguel County Planning Department. They oversee development applications, county land use code amendments, and county master plans. The planning staff can advise on land use, provide verified and updated zoning details for specific properties, and guide through any related development issues within their jurisdiction.