Cottonwood County, MN Property Records
Property records in Cottonwood, Minnesota document key details about real estate within the city, including ownership history, parcel identification, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, sales data, and recorded documents such as deeds or mortgages. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review tax assessments, understand property boundaries, or research past transfers.
Because Cottonwood is located in Lyon County, official property records are maintained through Lyon County offices, including the assessor, recorder, and property tax departments. Users can access Cottonwood property information through the county’s online tools or by contacting the appropriate county office directly. For accurate and current information, start with Lyon County’s official property records resources.
Cottonwood County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Cottonwood County has a median rent of $650.50, well below the Minnesota median of $808 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 20.85% of occupied homes, above the state share of 16.38% and close to the national share of 21.81%, so renting is fairly common.
The median home value is $115,200, far below the state's $190,000 and the national $173,750, making this one of the more affordable markets to buy into. Taxes partly offset that advantage: the county's median property tax rate of 1.19% is higher than the state rate of 0.98% and the national rate of 0.74%.
Median household income is $61,590, below the state figure of $70,066 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, above the state's 2.29% and just under the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, low rents and low home prices are matched by lower incomes and a higher tax rate, giving the county an affordable housing market with a heavier tax share per dollar of value.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Cottonwood
Cottonwood County property records cover tax assessments, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 11,028 total parcels, including 4,604 residential and 445 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 92.17% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 3,728 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 11,028 |
| Residential Parcels | 4,604 |
| Commercial Parcels | 445 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.17% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Last Assessor Update | July 14, 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,728 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Foreclosure Records From | August 31, 2016 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 87 |
How to Search Cottonwood County, MN Property Records
Cottonwood County's recorded real estate documents are maintained by the County Recorder at 900 3rd Avenue in Windom. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and the county has 11,028 parcels on record.
To search land records online, use the Cottonwood County land records search. It is the county's official portal for recorded documents. For information about recording, services and staff, see the Cottonwood County Recorder page.
Have the owner name, property address or parcel number handy before you start. Sign in as the portal requires, enter the most complete details you have, and open the record that matches the property.
Assessment information on file reflects the 2025 assessment year and was last updated July 14, 2025. If you need help locating a document, call the Recorder at 507-831-1458.
Cottonwood Registrar of Deeds
The Cottonwood County Probate Office is located at 900 3rd Avenue, Windom, MN, 56101 and can be reached at 507-831-1458. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through landrecords.co.cottonwood.mn.us or the official website co.cottonwood.mn.us.
Cottonwood County Recorder
Cottonwood County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Cottonwood County property records by address?
Sign in to the Cottonwood County land records search and enter the property address or parcel number. If it does not match, try a shorter address or the owner's name. The Recorder in Windom can also help at 507-831-1458.
How can I find property owners in Cottonwood County?
Recorded deeds identify owners. Search the Cottonwood County land records by name or property details and open the latest deed. For assistance, call the Recorder at 507-831-1458 or visit 900 3rd Avenue in Windom.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Cottonwood County?
Assessment records cover 11,028 parcels and reflect the 2025 assessment year, last updated July 14, 2025. For a specific parcel's value, call 507-831-1458 for direction to assessment staff, or start at the Cottonwood County Recorder page.
Where can I find Cottonwood County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax statements and payments are handled by county tax staff rather than the Recorder. Call 507-831-1458 and ask which office issues bills and takes payments, or find contacts through the Cottonwood County Recorder page.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Cottonwood County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents are available through the Cottonwood County land records search. To record or request documents in person, visit the Recorder at 900 3rd Avenue in Windom, open weekdays 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Cottonwood County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are maintained separately from recorded documents. Call the Cottonwood County Recorder at 507-831-1458 and ask for the mapping contact, or browse department information on the Recorder page.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Cottonwood County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county planning staff or the city or township where the property sits. Call 507-831-1458 and the Recorder's office can direct you to the right contact. Have the address or parcel number ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Cottonwood County?
The land records portal works one property at a time. For a larger owner list, call the Cottonwood County Recorder at 507-831-1458 and ask whether bulk data is available and how requests are handled.