Olmsted County, MN Property Records
Property records in Olmsted, Minnesota, document key details about real estate, including ownership, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property tax information, sales history, and recorded documents such as deeds or mortgages. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, researchers, and businesses that need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, evaluate property values, or research the history of a parcel.
Users can access official records through Olmsted County government resources, including the Property Records and Licensing division, Assessor’s Office, and related county search tools. For current county resources and guidance, visit the official Olmsted property records page.
Olmsted County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Olmsted County has a median rent of $1,012, well above the Minnesota median of $808 and the national median of $840.25. Homes are priced higher too. The median home value is $289,000, compared with $190,000 statewide and $173,750 nationally. Renter-occupied housing makes up 19.69% of homes, above the state share of 16.38% and just below the national share of 21.81%.
The median property tax rate of 1.08% is higher than the state rate of 0.98% and the national rate of 0.74%. Together with high home values, that means property taxes are a meaningful ongoing cost for homeowners in the county.
Incomes are strong and help absorb those costs. The median household income of $99,731 is far above the state figure of $70,066 and the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.39% is a little above the state rate of 2.29% but below the national rate of 2.87%, indicating a healthy job market overall.
Taken together, the figures describe a high-cost, high-income county, with rents, home values, and tax rates all above state and national levels, supported by incomes well beyond typical averages and unemployment that remains low.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Olmsted
Olmsted County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 73,583 total parcels, including 58,532 residential and 2,832 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 93.15% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 143,613 deeds and 102,644 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 50,694 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 73,583 |
| Residential Parcels | 58,532 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,832 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.15% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 143,613 |
| Mortgage Records | 102,644 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 50,694 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 3,974 |
How to Search Olmsted County, MN Property Records
Olmsted County property records are handled by the Property Records and Licensing Department in Rochester, which manages recorded real estate documents for the county. The records relate to the county's 73,583 parcels and include deeds, mortgages, and other recorded details.
The Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing Department page is the main starting point for office information and services. To request research or copies of recorded documents, use the county's research request and copy of recorded documents page, which explains how to ask for records.
The office is at 151 4th St SE, Rochester, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You can call 507-328-7670 with questions about a record.
Before you search or request a document, gather the property address, owner name, or parcel number. The more specific your details, the easier it is to find the right deed or mortgage. If you are researching a long ownership history, note the years you need, since the county's deed and mortgage records go back to January 3, 2006.
Olmsted Registrar of Deeds
The Olmsted County Probate Office is located at 151 4th St SE, Rochester, MN, 55904 and can be reached at 507-328-7670. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through olmstedcounty.gov or the official website olmstedcounty.gov.
Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing Department
Olmsted County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Olmsted County property records by address?
Begin with the Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing Department page and follow its links for record requests. You can also call 507-328-7670 or visit 151 4th St SE, Rochester, and give staff the property address. A parcel number or owner name can help if the address does not return a match.
How can I find property owners in Olmsted County?
Ownership is shown in recorded deeds. Use the county's research request and copy of recorded documents page to ask for the deed on a parcel. Olmsted County holds 143,613 deed records dating from January 3, 2006, and the department at 507-328-7670 can explain the process.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Olmsted County?
Olmsted County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on July 21, 2025. For a specific parcel's assessed value, contact the Property Records and Licensing Department at 507-328-7670, which can direct you to the right office, or review its department page.
Where can I find Olmsted County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled through county tax offices. Call the Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing Department at 507-328-7670 and ask for the correct department, or visit 151 4th St SE, Rochester, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Have your parcel number or property address with you to speed up the request.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Olmsted County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Property Records and Licensing Department. Use the research request and copy of recorded documents page to request them, or call 507-328-7670. Records include 143,613 deeds and 102,644 mortgages recorded since January 3, 2006.
Where can I access Olmsted County parcel maps and GIS information?
Olmsted County has 73,583 parcels, and parcel maps show how each is laid out. For GIS or parcel map access, call the Property Records and Licensing Department at 507-328-7670, which can point you to the office that maintains county maps. Parcel maps are a reference and are not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Olmsted County?
Permit and zoning matters are handled by county and city offices. Call the Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing Department at 507-328-7670 and ask which office covers your property, or visit 151 4th St SE, Rochester. A property inside a city, such as Rochester, may be subject to that city's own permit and zoning rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Olmsted County?
The county's tools are built for looking up one property at a time. For a larger list of owners, call the Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing Department at 507-328-7670 and ask what records can be provided. You can also submit a records research request describing what you need.