Lake Of The Woods County, MN Property Records
Property records in Lake Of The Woods, Minnesota provide official information about land and real estate within the county, including ownership details, parcel identification numbers, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, sales history, and, in some cases, maps or building characteristics. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying property ownership, tax obligations, boundaries, or valuation history.
Official records are maintained by Lake of the Woods County offices such as the Assessor, Recorder, and Auditor/Treasurer, depending on the type of information needed. Users can access county property information through the county’s official resources, including the Lake of the Woods County Assessor’s property records, or contact the appropriate county office for certified documents, recorded deeds, tax statements, and other official property-related records.
Lake Of The Woods County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Lake of the Woods County has a median rent of $797, below the Minnesota median of $808 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 14.54% of homes, under the state's 16.38% and the national 21.81%, so homeownership is common.
The median home value is $170,800, below the state's $190,000 and just under the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.7% is lower than the state's 0.98% and the national 0.74%, which keeps the cost of owning a home down.
Median household income is $64,661.50, below the state's $70,066 and slightly under the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 1.63%, well under the state's 2.29% and the national 2.87%.
The figures describe a lakeside county with comparatively affordable homes, low property taxes, incomes a little below average and strong employment.
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How to Search Lake Of The Woods County, MN Property Records
Lake of the Woods County's Recorder's Office in Baudette handles recording of deeds, mortgages and other real estate documents, and it is the main source for ownership and transfer history in the county.
The Lake of the Woods County Recorder page is the official starting point for office services and recording information. For filing documents electronically, the county's e-recording page explains the process.
Before searching, have the property address, owner name or parcel number ready, and use the most specific detail you have. Compare results with the property you are researching. The office is at 206 8th Ave SE, Baudette, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 218-253-2997.
Lake of the Woods Registrar of Deeds
The Lake Of The Woods County Probate Office is located at 206 8th Ave SE, Baudette, MN, 56623 and can be reached at 218-253-2997. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website co.lake-of-the-woods.mn.us.
Lake of the Woods County Recorder's Office
Lake Of The Woods County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lake of the Woods County property records by address?
Start with the Lake of the Woods County Recorder page and have the full property address ready. For help locating a parcel or document, call the Recorder's Office at 218-253-2997 during business hours.
How can I find property owners in Lake of the Woods County?
The owner of record appears on the most recent recorded deed. Contact the Recorder's Office at 218-253-2997 or visit 206 8th Ave SE in Baudette with the address or parcel number, and staff can guide you to the deed.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lake of the Woods County?
For the assessed value of a specific parcel, call the Lake of the Woods County Recorder's Office at 218-253-2997 and ask for the county department that handles assessments. Have the property address or parcel number ready.
Where can I find Lake of the Woods County property tax bills and payment records?
Call the Recorder's Office at 218-253-2997 and ask for the county's tax staff to request a bill or payment history. You can also visit 206 8th Ave SE in Baudette, Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, with the parcel details.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lake of the Woods County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents are filed with the County Recorder. See the Recorder page for services, or the e-recording page for electronic filing. Staff at 218-253-2997 can help with requests.
Where can I access Lake of the Woods County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information are kept by county mapping staff. Call the Recorder's Office at 218-253-2997 to ask where current maps are available, or visit 206 8th Ave SE in Baudette on a weekday with the address you want to look up.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lake of the Woods County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county planning staff or by the city or township where the property sits. Call the Recorder's Office at 218-253-2997 for a referral to the right office, and have the property address ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lake of the Woods County?
Records are normally looked up one property at a time. For a larger list of owners, call the Recorder's Office at 218-253-2997 and ask about bulk requests, formats and fees, or review the Recorder page for guidance.