Fillmore County, MN Property Records
Property records in Fillmore, Minnesota document key information about real estate, including ownership, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax details, sales history, deeds, mortgages, and plats. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing tax obligations, or understanding a parcel’s history and characteristics.
Official Fillmore property records are maintained through Fillmore County offices, including the Assessor, Recorder, and Auditor/Treasurer, depending on the type of record needed. Users can begin their search or find office contacts and record-access guidance through the county’s official property records information online.
Fillmore County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Fillmore County has a median rent of $756, below the Minnesota median of $808 and the national figure of $840.25. Renters here pay less than the typical renter in the state, and renter-occupied housing makes up 17.16% of occupied homes, a little above the state's 16.38% and below the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $199,300, above Minnesota's $190,000 and the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.91% is below the state rate of 0.98%, though higher than the national 0.74%. Homeowners therefore face somewhat higher values than average but a tax rate that is lighter than the state's typical rate.
Household income is strong. The median household income of $77,058.50 exceeds the state median of $70,066 and the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 1.87%, lower than Minnesota's 2.29% and the national 2.87%.
In short, the figures describe a county with affordable rents, moderately high home values, above-average incomes, low unemployment and a housing market in which most households own their homes.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Fillmore
Fillmore County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 19,858 total parcels, and tax records cover 92.52% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 28,568 deeds and 19,008 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 9,301 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 19,858 |
| Residential Parcels | 10,227 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,134 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.52% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 28,568 |
| Mortgage Records | 19,008 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 9,301 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 81 |
How to Search Fillmore County, MN Property Records
Fillmore County property records are kept by the county, with the Recorder/Registrar of Titles handling deeds, mortgages and other recorded real estate documents. The records cover 19,858 parcels, including ownership, assessed values, valuations and recorded transactions.
For information about the office and its services, visit the Fillmore County Recorder page. To search records online, use the Fillmore County real property search, the county's portal for looking up parcels and property details.
The Recorder's office is at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 507-765-3852 with questions about a record.
Before searching, have the property address, owner name or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the matching results, and open the record that fits your property. Deeds and mortgages are available from January 3, 2006 forward. If you can't find what you need online, contact the office directly.
Fillmore Registrar of Deeds
The Fillmore County Probate Office is located at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN, 55965 and can be reached at 507-765-3852. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through propertysearch.co.fillmore.mn.us or the official website co.fillmore.mn.us.
Fillmore County Recorder/ Registrar of Titles
Fillmore County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Fillmore County property records by address?
Use the Fillmore County real property search and enter the property's street address. If no match appears, try a shorter version of the address or call the Recorder at 507-765-3852 for help locating the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Fillmore County?
Owner information is part of the county's property records, which you can search through the Fillmore County real property search by address, owner name or parcel number. The Recorder's office at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, can also help in person.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Fillmore County?
Start with the Fillmore County real property search and open the parcel you are interested in. The county's records reflect the 2025 assessment year. For questions about a specific value, call 507-765-3852.
Where can I find Fillmore County property tax bills and payment records?
Start with the parcel record in the property search, which lists the county's tax information for the property. For payment questions or copies of a bill, call 507-765-3852 and ask to be directed to the office that handles property taxes.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Fillmore County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents are held by the Fillmore County Recorder/Registrar of Titles. Visit the Recorder's page for services and contact details. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Fillmore County parcel maps and GIS information?
Call the Recorder at 507-765-3852 and ask where the county publishes parcel maps and GIS layers for its 19,858 parcels. Staff can direct you to the right department. Parcel maps are useful for reference but are not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Fillmore County?
Permit and zoning requirements depend on the property's location. Call 507-765-3852 to be directed to the county office that handles land use. If the property is inside a city, also check with that city for its own permit and zoning rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Fillmore County?
The county's online tools are built for property-by-property lookups through the real property search. For bulk lists or large record requests, call the Recorder at 507-765-3852 to ask what is available and how requests are handled.