Dodge County, MN Property Records
Property records in Dodge, Minnesota document important details about real estate, including ownership history, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property taxes, legal descriptions, deeds, mortgages, and other recorded land documents. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, attorneys, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review tax information, confirm property characteristics, or research past transfers.
Official Dodge property records are maintained by Dodge County offices, including the Recorder, Assessor, and Property Tax departments, depending on the type of information needed. Users can access public land and property information through the county’s online resources or by contacting the appropriate county office directly. For the most accurate and current information, start with the Dodge County government website’s official property records page.
Dodge County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Dodge County has a median rent of $938.50, above the Minnesota median of $808 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 13.21% of occupied homes, under the state share of 16.38% and the national share of 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value is $208,400, higher than the state's $190,000 and the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.06% exceeds the state rate of 0.98% and the national rate of 0.74%, so owners carry a heavier tax load relative to value.
Median household income is $87,003, well above the state figure of $70,066 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.22% is lower than the state rate of 2.29% and the national rate of 2.87%.
Together, the numbers show an owner-heavy county with strong incomes and low unemployment, balanced against higher rents, above-average home values and a higher property tax rate.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Dodge
Dodge County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, mortgage assignments and releases, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 12,000 total parcels, including 7,889 residential and 412 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.43% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 20,818 deeds and 15,545 mortgages, with valuation data for 6,960 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 12,000 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,889 |
| Commercial Parcels | 412 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.43% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 20,818 |
| Mortgage Records | 15,545 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6,960 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 42 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a mortgage moving from one lender or loan holder to another, and a release shows the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Dodge County has 8,151 assignment and release records, including 664 assignment documents, 7,484 release documents and 3 other documents. Assignments were recorded from November 23, 2020 to August 22, 2025, and releases from November 23, 2020 to August 28, 2025.
Buyers, owners and researchers can use these records to confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off, follow a loan between lenders, and spot mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Dodge County, MN Property Records
The Dodge County Recorder, at 721 Main Street North in Mantorville, records and maintains deeds, mortgages and related real estate documents for the county's 12,000 parcels. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
For details on recording, document types and services, visit the Dodge County Recorder's Office page. It is the county's official resource for land records and for contacting the Recorder's staff.
Records in the data include deeds and mortgages from January 3, 2006 through August 2025, along with assignments and releases. Assessment records reflect the 2025 assessment year and were last updated July 4, 2025.
When you contact the office, have the owner name, property address or parcel number ready so staff can find the right record quickly. Call the Recorder at 507-635-6250 or visit during business hours to request a document or ask about a record.
Dodge Registrar of Deeds
The Dodge County Probate Office is located at 721 Main Street North, Mantorville, MN, 55955 and can be reached at 507-635-6250. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website co.dodge.mn.us.
Dodge County Recorder
Dodge County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Dodge County property records by address?
Call or visit the Dodge County Recorder at 721 Main Street North in Mantorville, 507-635-6250, with the street address ready, and staff can help find the parcel. Office details are on the Dodge County Recorder's Office page.
How can I find property owners in Dodge County?
Recorded deeds list owners. Contact the Recorder at 507-635-6250 with the address or parcel number and ask to review the current deed, or see the Dodge County Recorder's Office page for services and contacts.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Dodge County?
Assessment records cover 12,000 parcels and reflect the 2025 assessment year, last updated July 4, 2025. For a specific parcel's value, call 507-635-6250 to be directed to assessment staff, or start at the Dodge County Recorder's Office page.
Where can I find Dodge County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax statements and payments are handled by county tax staff rather than the Recorder. Call 507-635-6250 and ask which office issues bills and accepts payments, or find contacts through the Dodge County Recorder's Office page.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Dodge County?
The Recorder holds deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents, with records running from January 3, 2006 to August 2025. Visit 721 Main Street North in Mantorville, open weekdays 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, or call 507-635-6250 to request copies.
Where can I access Dodge County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are kept apart from recorded documents. Ask the Recorder at 507-635-6250 for the mapping contact, or browse land records department information on the Dodge County Recorder's Office page.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Dodge County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county land use staff or by the city or township where the property sits. Call 507-635-6250 and the Recorder's office can point you to the right contact. Have the address or parcel number ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Dodge County?
Compiling an owner list is a larger request than a single lookup. Call the Dodge County Recorder at 507-635-6250 and ask whether bulk data is available and how requests are handled. Recorded documents can be requested from the office.