Search Tuscarawas County Property Records

Tuscarawas County property records are held by the County Auditor and County Recorder in New Philadelphia. You can search for deeds, tax data, parcel maps, and land records through the Auditor's online portal or by visiting the courthouse at 125 East High Avenue. The Auditor handles all property valuations and tax calculations for parcels across the county, while the Recorder keeps deeds, mortgages, and liens on file. Ohio law under ORC Section 149.43 makes these records public. Both offices are open on weekdays and offer free basic searches online.

Tuscarawas County Auditor Office

The Tuscarawas County Auditor's Office is the main source for property data in the county. This office sets fair market values on all land and buildings, then calculates each owner's tax bill based on local levy rates. The online property search portal lets you look up any parcel by owner name, address, or parcel ID. Search results show ownership details, assessed value, market value, tax history, building info, and sales records. The 2025 Triennial Update values are now posted in the Value History tab for property owners to check. You can view records on screen, save them as PDF files, or print copies for your own use.

The office is at 125 East High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663. Call (330) 365-3236 with questions. Hours run Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

For CAUV program participants, the Value History screen will show the non-CAUV land value for 2024 until renewal is received. Check with the Auditor if you need to update your CAUV status for the current tax year.

The Tuscarawas County Recorder website gives access to recorded land documents and property search tools.

The Kofile search system on this site lets you look up deeds, mortgages, and liens by name, instrument number, or book and page.

How to Search Tuscarawas County Records

Start at the Auditor's website. Use the search bar to type in a name, address, or parcel number. The system pulls up matching records right away. Each result shows the owner, property address, legal description, and current values. You can also view building details like square footage, room count, year built, and construction type. Sales history data shows past sale dates, prices, and buyer and seller names going back several years.

For recorded documents like deeds and mortgages, use the Recorder's Kofile search system. This platform grants access to real estate index and images dating from July 1, 1991, to the present. You can search by name, instrument number, book and page details, or address. Under ORC Section 149.43, all property records held by county offices are public and free to inspect during business hours.

Tuscarawas County Recorder and Deeds

The Tuscarawas County Recorder's Office stores all official land records. The office files deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, plats, land contracts, and condominiums. When land changes hands, the new deed must be recorded here to give public notice of the transfer. Before any deed can be recorded, the buyer must present it to the County Auditor along with a Conveyance Fee Statement under ORC Section 319.202.

The Recorder's Office is at 125 East High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663. You can call at (330) 365-3284 or email recorder@tuscarawascounty.com. Copy fees run $1 per page for copies made by the public, $2 per page for mailed copies, and $2 per page plus a $1 certification fee for certified copies. These rates are set by Ohio law.

Tuscarawas County Property Tax Records

Property taxes in Tuscarawas County fund local schools, roads, and public safety services. The Auditor sets the assessed value at 35% of market value under ORC Section 319.54. Tax rates are expressed in mills, with one mill equal to $1 of tax per $1,000 of assessed value. The Ohio Property Tax Rate Database shows current rates for all taxing districts in Tuscarawas County.

Ohio law requires a full reappraisal every six years with a statistical update at the three-year mark. The Ohio Department of Taxation certifies value changes based on sales ratio studies. Conveyance fees in Tuscarawas County follow the state rate of $4.00 per $1,000 of sale price plus $0.50 per parcel under ORC Section 319.20. The Treasurer handles all tax billing and collection, and payments can be made online, by mail, or in person.

Homestead Exemption in Tuscarawas County

The Homestead Exemption shields up to $25,000 of market value from taxation. It is open to homeowners age 65 and older or those with a permanent disability. Your Ohio Modified Adjusted Gross Income must be under $40,000. You must own and live in the home as your main residence.

Apply by the first Monday in June of the year you want the exemption. The form must be signed under penalty of perjury. Making a false statement is a fourth-degree misdemeanor. If convicted, you must repay the exempted taxes plus interest and lose eligibility for three years. Contact the Tuscarawas County Auditor at (330) 365-3236 with questions about the process or to get the application form.

Tuscarawas County Property Resources

The GeoOhio Statewide Parcel Viewer lets you search parcels across county lines and links back to the local Auditor site for full details. This is useful when you need to compare properties in Tuscarawas County with those in neighboring areas. The Auditor's new website is dedicated to simplifying property research and making the tax experience seamless for all users.

For historical land records, the Recorder's Kofile system covers documents back to 1991. Older records can be searched in person at the courthouse. The Ohio Secretary of State business search helps when the property owner is a corporate entity or LLC. You can look up the registered agent and contact info for any business holding real estate in Tuscarawas County.

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