Murray County, MN Property Records
Property records in Murray, Minnesota, document ownership, valuation, taxation, and legal details for real estate within Murray County. These records may include parcel identification numbers, property owner names, assessed values, tax statements, legal descriptions, sales history, plats, and recorded documents such as deeds or mortgages. They are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm property boundaries, or support real estate and legal transactions.
Users can access official Murray property information through Murray County offices, including the Assessor, Auditor/Treasurer, and Recorder, depending on the type of record needed. Online access and department guidance are available through the county’s official Murray County property records resources. For certified copies or the most current legal record details, users should contact the appropriate Murray County department directly.
Murray County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Murray County has a median rent of $763, below the Minnesota median of $808 and the national median of $840.25. Housing is also affordable to buy: the median home value is $147,500, compared with $190,000 statewide and $173,750 nationally. Renter-occupied housing makes up 14.55% of the county's homes, under the state share of 16.38% and the national share of 21.81%, which points to a market dominated by homeowners.
The median property tax rate in Murray County is 0.81%. That is lower than the state rate of 0.98%, though a little above the national rate of 0.74%. Combined with modest home values, owners here typically carry a smaller tax bill in dollar terms than owners in higher-priced parts of the state.
Incomes are solid relative to housing costs. The median household income of $71,250 edges past the state figure of $70,066 and is well above the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.95% is lower than both the state rate of 2.29% and the national rate of 2.87%, suggesting a stable local job market.
Taken together, the figures describe a county where lower rents and home prices meet above-average incomes and low unemployment, making housing relatively attainable for local households.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Murray
Murray County property records include tax assessor data, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 10,071 total parcels, including 5,057 residential and 406 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 94.3% of the population. Valuation data is available for 3,676 properties, and the foreclosure records include 9 Notice of Trustee Sale records under a non-judicial process.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 10,071 |
| Residential Parcels | 5,057 |
| Commercial Parcels | 406 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.3% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | September 2, 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,676 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 9 |
| Foreclosure Records From | March 21, 2018 |
How to Search Murray County, MN Property Records
Murray County property records are available through the county Recorder's Office, which handles recorded real estate documents for the county. The records tie into the county's 10,071 parcels and can show ownership, recorded transactions, and related details for a property.
The Murray County Recorder's Office page explains the office's services and is the best place to start for general questions. To look up recorded documents, use the Murray County real estate records search, the county's official search page for real estate records.
You can also visit the office in person at 2500 28th Street, Slayton, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, or call 507-836-1161 for help locating a record.
To search, gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number before you begin. Enter the most complete details you have, review the matching results, and open the record that fits the property. If the first search returns nothing, try a shorter version of the name or address, or ask the Recorder's Office to point you to the right record.
Murray Registrar of Deeds
The Murray County Probate Office is located at 2500 28th Street, Slayton, MN, 56172 and can be reached at 507-836-1161. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through murray-countymn.com or the official website murray-countymn.com.
Murray County Recorder's Office
Murray County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Murray County property records by address?
Start with the Murray County real estate records search on the Recorder's Office website. Enter the property address, or try a name or parcel number if the address doesn't match, then open the result to review it. For help finding a property, call the Recorder's Office at 507-836-1161 or visit 2500 28th Street, Slayton.
How can I find property owners in Murray County?
Ownership appears in recorded documents such as deeds. Search the Murray County real estate records by a person's name or by property details to see who is attached to a parcel. If the results are unclear, call the Murray County Recorder's Office at 507-836-1161 during business hours for guidance.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Murray County?
Murray County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on September 2, 2024. For a specific parcel's assessed value, contact the county offices in Slayton. The Recorder's Office at 507-836-1161 can direct you to the right department, and its Recorder's Office page lists contact details.
Where can I find Murray County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the county's tax offices rather than the Recorder. Call the Murray County Recorder's Office at 507-836-1161 and ask for the correct department, or stop by 2500 28th Street, Slayton, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Have your parcel number or property address ready to speed up the request.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Murray County?
Deeds and other recorded real estate documents are kept by the Murray County Recorder's Office. Search them online through the Murray County real estate records search, or visit the Recorder's Office page for services. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Murray County parcel maps and GIS information?
Murray County has 10,071 parcels, and parcel maps help show where each one sits. For GIS or parcel map access, ask the Murray County Recorder's Office at 507-836-1161, which can point you to the department that maintains county maps. Keep in mind that parcel maps are a reference and not a legal survey of property boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Murray County?
Permit and zoning questions are handled by county and city offices rather than the Recorder. Call the Murray County Recorder's Office at 507-836-1161 and ask who handles permits for your property, or visit 2500 28th Street, Slayton. If the property lies within a city, that city's office may also set its own permit and zoning rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Murray County?
The county's online tools are built for looking up one property at a time. For a larger list of owners, call the Murray County Recorder's Office at 507-836-1161 and ask what records can be provided. You can also work through the real estate records search parcel by parcel and compile the names you find.