Grant County, MN Property Records
Property records in Grant, Minnesota document key details about real estate within the city, including ownership, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, sales history, and recorded documents such as deeds or mortgages. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying property ownership, estimating taxes, reviewing valuation history, or conducting due diligence before a transaction.
Because Grant is located in Washington County, official property information is maintained through county offices such as Property Records and Taxpayer Services, the Assessor, and the Recorder. Users can access official records, parcel data, and tax information through Washington County’s official property records resources or by contacting the appropriate county office for certified copies or recording-related questions.
Grant County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Grant County has a median rent of $713, below the Minnesota median of $808 and the national figure of $840.25. Renters here pay noticeably less than the typical renter in the state, and renter-occupied housing makes up 19.89% of occupied homes, above the state's 16.38% but below the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $159,800, under Minnesota's $190,000 and the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1% is just above the state rate of 0.98% and higher than the national 0.74%, so owners pay a slightly larger share of value in tax than the typical Minnesota homeowner.
The median household income is $69,375, a little below the state median of $70,066 and above the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.42% is higher than Minnesota's 2.29% but lower than the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe an affordable county with below-average home values and rents, incomes close to the state level, a modestly higher tax rate and a somewhat larger share of renters than the state as a whole.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Grant
Grant County property records include tax assessments, property valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 7,549 total parcels, and tax records cover 88.21% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 2,169 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 7,549 |
| Residential Parcels | 3,312 |
| Commercial Parcels | 392 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 88.21% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Last Assessor Update | August 27, 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,169 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 47 |
| Latest Notice of Trustee Sale | July 23, 2025 |
How to Search Grant County, MN Property Records
Grant County property records are maintained by county offices, with the Recorder's Office handling deeds, mortgages and other recorded real estate documents. The county has 7,549 parcels, and its records include ownership, assessed values, valuations and recorded transactions.
For information about recording and records services, visit the Grant County Recorder's Office page. The same page is where the county explains electronic recording of real estate documents.
The Recorder's Office is at 10 2nd St, Elbow Lake, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 218-685-8255 to ask about a record or to learn how to request copies.
Before you search or call, gather the property address, owner name or parcel number. The more complete the details, the easier it is for staff to find the matching record. Tell them whether you need a deed, a mortgage or another recorded document, and the approximate year it was recorded if you know it.
Grant Registrar of Deeds
The Grant County Probate Office is located at 10 2nd St, Elbow Lake, MN, 56531 and can be reached at 218-685-8255. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website co.grant.mn.us.
Grant County Recorder's Office
Grant County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Grant County property records by address?
Start with the Grant County Recorder's Office page, then call 218-685-8255 with the property's street address. Staff can help locate the parcel and explain how to get the records you need.
How can I find property owners in Grant County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds held by the Recorder's Office. Call 218-685-8255 or visit 10 2nd St, Elbow Lake, on a weekday with the property address or owner name, and staff can explain how to look up the current owner.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Grant County?
The county's records reflect the 2025 assessment year. For the assessed value of a specific parcel, call the Recorder's Office at 218-685-8255 and ask which county office handles assessments. Have the address or parcel number ready.
Where can I find Grant County property tax bills and payment records?
For tax statements and payment history, call 218-685-8255 and ask to be directed to the office that handles property taxes. Provide the parcel number or address and the tax year so staff can find the right bill.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Grant County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents are held by the Grant County Recorder's Office. See the Recorder's page for recording information, or visit during office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Where can I access Grant County parcel maps and GIS information?
Call the Recorder's Office at 218-685-8255 and ask where the county publishes parcel maps and GIS layers for its 7,549 parcels. Staff can direct you to the right department. Parcel maps are useful for reference but are not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Grant County?
Permit and zoning requirements depend on the property's location. Call 218-685-8255 to be directed to the county office that handles land use. If the property is inside a city, check with that city too, since it may have its own rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Grant County?
The county's records are best suited to property-by-property lookups. For a list of owners or a large records request, call the Grant County Recorder's Office at 218-685-8255 and ask what is available and how requests are handled.