Claiborne County, Mississippi, encompasses the single  City of Port Gibson. In Claiborne County, MS, property records contain essential details about real estate transactions and assessments. This data is crucial in promoting transparency, supporting legal proceedings, and generating sensible decisions regarding property-related matters.

An individual can obtain valuable information about the local housing market and economic state by analyzing the Claiborne County property records. Key indicators include the median home value, which stands at $65,000, a median rent of $584, and the median household income recorded as $29,280. 

Furthermore, homeowners bear a median property tax rate of 0.65%. This figure offers a glimpse into the financial obligations shouldered by the residents and provides insights into the local tax landscape.

The  Claiborne County Chancery Clerk extensively organizes property documents, like contracts, deeds, mortgages, construction/condominium liens, federal tax liens, lis pendens, and other crucial records. The Clerk’s office, located at Courthouse, Port Gibson, MS 39150, provides direct access to these documents during regular business hours.

Apart from visiting the office, individuals can remotely obtain property records in Claiborne County, MS, through the  County Online Record Search system. This portal enhances document retrieval by enabling users to search for records using criteria such as grantor/grantee names, book and page numbers, instrument numbers, legal descriptions, and recorded dates.

To further explore the online system, users must create an account and subscribe with associated fees, starting at $30 per month or $330 per year. Meanwhile, each document viewing conducted costs $0.50. If a specific record cannot be traced in the provided portal, individuals can submit their written request by mail to P.O. Box 449, Port Gibson, MS 39150, or via email to gloriadotson@ccmsgov.us.

In Claiborne County, the Clerk’s office imposes varying fees for copying property records. Individuals seeking detailed information about the complete fee structure should call the office at (601) 437-4992. 

To verify zoning information in Claiborne County, contact the planning and zoning officials of Port Gibson City or the locality where the subject property resides. These officials oversee zoning regulations within their jurisdiction and can furnish zoning maps and resources to determine the zoning classification and land use regulations for a specific parcel.