Richland County, South Carolina, has four cities, with Forest Acres being the largest. In Richland County, SC, property records provide official documentation of ownership, sales history, legal boundaries, and parcel descriptions. These public records support property rights and real estate transactions.

Richland County property records provide insights into the local real estate market, with a median home value of $197,826 and a median rental cost of $1,189. The reported median household income for county residents is $59,701. Within the realm of taxation, Richland County levies a property tax rate of 0.72% of the property's assessed value.

The  Register of Deeds primarily manages the property records in Richland County, SC. This office maintains property records, including deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats. Individuals can visit their office to access these records or utilize the  Subscription Management System.

This system's indexed data and images are accessible for records recorded on or after February 19, 1998. For documents recorded before this date, only indexed data is available. Individuals must create an account and choose a subscription plan to use the tool. Subscription options comprise daily, weekly, monthly, and annual plans.

The public viewer search selection will be displayed upon availing of a subscription. The search selection requires specific information such as name, instrument number, property address, and legal description.

In Richland County, SC, fees for obtaining copies of property records vary. Printouts cost $0.25 per page, instruments and microfilm are priced at $0.51 per page, and plat copies are charged at $0.78 per page. 

To verify zoning information in Richland County, contact the Department of Planning and Development Services. This department utilizes GIS mapping and data to illustrate zoning and land use. People can access maps and resources to determine the designated zoning for specific parcels in Richland County.