Clearwater County, Idaho, has four incorporated municipalities, with Orofino as the county seat. In Clearwater County, ID, property records document all real estate within defined boundaries. These documents keep track of the ownership details for each parcel, the precise acreage, and the existence of any structures.

Clearwater County property records highlight the local housing market and economic status characterized by its median home value of $207,183, a median rent cost of $724, and median household earnings of $47,672. Regarding property taxes, county residents pay about 0.6% of the assessed property value.

Property records in Clearwater County, ID, fall under the purview of the  County Clerk. As county recorder, the office records and maintains estate-related documents, including mortgages, plats, liens, deeds, and leases. The collection of these property instruments dates back to 1911.

Initially, records were stored in handwritten books. However, with the advent of technology, all recorded documents now undergo scanning and microfilming in addition to their physical formats. This process ensures their practical preservation. The Clerk's office eventually organizes them by the names involved, recording date, and other legal considerations to foster efficient retrieval.

Providing public access to records has always been easy for the County Clerk. Although online access has yet to be established, the office offers a similar level of service by allowing researchers to browse and acquire records on-site at 150 Michigan Ave., Orofino, ID 83544, during business schedules.

They also provide copies remotely upon request. To learn about the remote request procedure, contact the Clearwater County Clerk at (208) 476-5615. The standard fee is $1 per page for regular documents. If certified copies are needed, there is an additional $1 certification fee on top of the copy fee.

For zoning verification, consult the  Clearwater County Building and Planning Department at (208) 476-4815. They are responsible for zoning, building code enforcement, and updating ordinances in the unincorporated county parts. To verify the zoning of properties within incorporated areas, contact the local offices for assistance. The office holds verified zoning records for properties under its purview.