Monona County, IA Property Records
Property records in Monona, Iowa document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property taxes, legal descriptions, transfers, mortgages, liens, and recorded deeds for real estate within the city. These records are useful for confirming ownership, researching property history, estimating tax obligations, preparing real estate transactions, resolving boundary questions, or supporting legal and financial due diligence.
Because Monona is located in Clayton County, official records are maintained by county offices rather than the city alone. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the Clayton County Assessor, recorded documents through the Clayton County Recorder, and tax details through the Clayton County Treasurer. Start with Clayton County’s website for the appropriate office and tools for official property records.
Monona County, IA Property Records & Statistics
Monona County has a median rent of $748, a little above the Iowa median of $739 and below the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 20.47% of occupied homes, above the state figure of 19.29% and just under the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $103,700, well below Iowa's $134,900 and the national median of $173,750, making homes here inexpensive. The median property tax rate of 1.17% is under the state rate of 1.27%, though higher than the national rate of 0.74%.
The median household income of $67,793 is slightly above the state's $67,426 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.33% is lower than Iowa's 1.88% and the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures show a low-cost county with affordable homes, modest taxes by Iowa standards, incomes slightly above average, and low unemployment, alongside a rental share a little higher than the state's.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Monona
Monona County property records include tax assessments, deeds, mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 21,064 total parcels, including 5,339 residential and 868 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 92.82% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Recorder holds 10,740 deeds and 6,367 mortgages, and 3,715 properties have valuation data, last updated August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 21,064 |
| Residential Parcels | 5,339 |
| Commercial Parcels | 868 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.82% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 10,740 |
| Mortgage Records | 6,367 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,715 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 51 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. Assignments show a loan transferring between lenders or holders, and releases show the loan was paid and the lien removed.
Monona County has 7,613 assignment and release records, including 639 assignment documents, 6,971 release documents, and 3 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 14, 2005, through August 28, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, through September 4, 2025.
For property research, these records help confirm that earlier mortgages were released and reveal liens that may still be open before a purchase, sale, or refinance.
How to Search Monona County, IA Property Records
Monona County's recorded documents are maintained by the Recorder's Office in Onawa, and assessment and valuation data cover the county's 21,064 parcels. Records include deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and foreclosure filings.
To search recorded documents online, use Iowa Land Records, the official records search listed for Monona County. The Monona County Recorder's Office page provides recording information and office details.
The office is at 610 Iowa Ave, Onawa, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and reachable at 712-433-2575.
Before searching, gather an owner name, property address, or approximate recording date. Enter the most complete details, review the results, and call the office if an older record does not appear.
Monona Registrar of Deeds
The Monona County Probate Office is located at 610 Iowa Ave, Onawa, IA, 51040 and can be reached at 712-433-2575. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through iowalandrecords.org or the official website mononacounty.iowa.gov.
Monona County County Recorder’s Office
Monona County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Monona County property records by address?
Search Iowa Land Records for recorded documents tied to a property, which often include its address or legal description. For help matching an address to a parcel, call the Monona County Recorder's Office at 712-433-2575, weekdays 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I find property owners in Monona County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds, searchable through Iowa Land Records. Monona County has 10,740 deed records from January 3, 2006, through August 28, 2025. The Monona County Recorder's Office at 712-433-2575 can help with results.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Monona County?
Monona County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, and valuation data covers 3,715 properties. To confirm a parcel's assessed value, call the Recorder's Office at 712-433-2575 and ask which office handles assessments. Recorded deeds may show recent transfers.
Where can I find Monona County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled by the county's tax collection office, not the Recorder. Call the Monona County Recorder's Office at 712-433-2575, at 610 Iowa Ave in Onawa, and staff can point you to the correct office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Monona County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded at the Monona County Recorder's Office, 610 Iowa Ave, Onawa. Search online through Iowa Land Records or visit weekdays, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The county has 10,740 deed records and 6,367 mortgage records.
Where can I access Monona County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information for Monona County's 21,064 parcels are maintained by county mapping offices. Call the Recorder's Office at 712-433-2575 and ask where the current parcel map is hosted. Maps are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Monona County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on whether the property is in unincorporated Monona County or inside a city such as Onawa. Call the Recorder's Office at 712-433-2575 for direction, or contact the local city hall.
How can I create a list of property owners in Monona County?
Records are searched property by property. To compile owners, search deeds through Iowa Land Records and note grantee names. For larger requests, call the Monona County Recorder's Office at 712-433-2575 to ask what can be provided and whether fees apply.