Wayne County, Mississippi, houses its only city, Waynesboro. In Wayne County, MS, property records serve as indispensable information repositories, covering specific details related to real estate, such as ownership names, transaction documentation, tax particulars, and information about property zoning.

Wayne County property records illustrate an average home value of $75,650 within the local market. The median rents are reported at $724, complemented by the median household income of $33,852. In property taxes, the county levies an average rate of 0.86% of a property's assessed valuation.

The Chancery Clerk is responsible for managing and safeguarding property records in Wayne County, MS. Specifically, the office documents and protects various land records, including deeds, mortgages, leases, and land survey plats.

Individuals can access these records by contacting the Chancery Clerk's office at 601-735-2873 or chanceryclerk@waynecountyms.gov. They can also visit the courthouse at Wayne County Courthouse, 609 Azalea Drive, Waynesboro, MS 39367.

Remote search is also available using the Official Records Web Portal provided by Wayne County Assessor's Tax Office. Users can perform complimentary searches based on name, address, section/township, and PPIN (Property Parcel Identification Number).

Obtaining copies of property records entails associated fees. For the most current fees and additional information regarding the request for copies of recorded property instruments, individuals can contact the Chancery Clerk's office at the provided phone number or email address.

For zoning verification, individuals should consult the Waynesboro Zoning and Planning Commission at 601-735-4874. The office offers guidance to citizens on zoning issues and also makes recommendations to the Board of Aldermen concerning land use and development.