Brazoria Property Records

Brazoria County, Texas, consists of 24 cities, towns, and villages. In Brazoria County, TX, property records contain official documents detailing property ownership, sales history, and legal rights to land parcels.

Brazoria County property records present a comprehensive view of the local housing dynamics, reflecting a median home value of $232,353, a median monthly rent of $1,169, and a median household income of $88,853. Regarding property taxes, the county collects a median rate of 1.59% from property owners. The rate is applied to the appraised value of the home.

In Brazoria County, TX, the County Clerk maintains property records, including deeds, plats, liens, mortgages, and other documents related to property ownership. These records are searchable by multiple indices such as book and page number, names of grantor and grantee, recording date, and document type.

While the County Clerk is responsible for accurately recording and indexing these documents, their staff cannot conduct record searches nor verify or attest to their records' validity. Hence, individuals interested in accessing these documents can use the Self-Service Public Records Search website to retrieve the desired information.

Alternatively, individuals can request these records via mail or email or use the public computers at the County Clerk's physical office for a convenient property record search.

Obtaining property records in Brazoria County incurs various charges. At the County Clerk, standard copies are $1 per page, $2 for 11x17 inch double-letter, and $5 for 24x36 inch plats or maps. Certification adds $5 per document. For records sent via email or mail, the cost is $1 per page plus an extra $5 per document for certification.

Brazoria County does not regulate land use in unincorporated areas and has not adopted zoning regulations. Property owners must contact their city, town, or village zoning department to obtain zoning details, as municipalities may have distinct requirements within their jurisdictions.