Rice County, MN Property Records
Property records in Rice, Minnesota, document key details about real estate within the city, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property classifications, tax information, sales history, and sometimes building or land characteristics. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, estimate property taxes, review assessment history, or better understand a parcel before making decisions.
Because Rice is located in Benton County, official property records are maintained through county offices such as the Assessor, Auditor-Treasurer, Recorder, and GIS/land records departments. Users can access authoritative information and available search tools through Benton County’s official government resources for property records information. For the most accurate or certified documents, contact the appropriate Benton County office directly.
Rice County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Rice County has a median rent of $1,156, well above the Minnesota median of $808 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is only 8.55% of homes, about half the state share of 16.38% and far below the national share of 21.81%, so the county is overwhelmingly owner-occupied.
The median home value is $305,300, much higher than $190,000 statewide and $173,750 nationally. The median property tax rate of 0.87% is below the state rate of 0.98% but above the national rate of 0.74%, so the higher home values are paired with a moderately lower tax rate than elsewhere in Minnesota.
Median household income is $94,205, well ahead of the state median of $70,066 and the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.44%, which is above the state rate of 2.29% and the national rate of 2.87%, making it the one measure where the county trails.
Overall, the figures describe an affluent, owner-heavy county with expensive homes, high rents, strong incomes, a moderate tax rate, and a job market with somewhat higher unemployment than the state and nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Rice
Rice County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 30,126 total parcels, including 25,514 residential and 1,235 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 92.38% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 62,352 deeds and 50,323 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 20,974 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 30,126 |
| Residential Parcels | 25,514 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,235 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.38% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 62,352 |
| Mortgage Records | 50,323 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 20,974 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 2,663 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happened to a mortgage after it was recorded. An assignment documents that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows the loan was satisfied and the lien lifted from the property.
Rice County has 46,738 assignment and release records available. They include 6,011 assignment documents recorded from January 4, 2010, through August 21, 2025, and 40,631 release documents recorded from February 17, 1994, through August 21, 2025, along with 96 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners, and title researchers confirm that earlier loans were paid off, trace a mortgage as it passed between lenders, and identify liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The release records reach back much further than the assignment records, which gives a longer view of loan payoffs in the county.
How to Search Rice County, MN Property Records
Rice County land records are maintained by the Recorder/Registrar of Titles at 320 Third St. NW in Faribault. The office records deeds, mortgages, and related documents for the county's 30,126 parcels, making it the main source for ownership and lien history.
Begin with the Rice County Recorder's Office page for an overview of services. To search recorded documents online, use the Rice County LandShark records search, the county's official records portal. If you are filing documents, the Rice County electronic recording page explains how to submit them electronically.
The office is open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and Friday, 8:00 AM to noon. For help with a search or a request, call 507-332-6114.
Before searching, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number on hand. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches the property. If the record you want is not online, contact the office for assistance.
Rice Registrar of Deeds
The Rice County Probate Office is located at 320 Third St. NW, Faribault, MN, 55021 and can be reached at 507-332-6114. Office hours are Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM - Noon. Records can be accessed through landshark.co.rice.mn.us or the official website ricecountymn.gov.
Rice County Recorder/Registrar of Titles
Rice County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Rice County property records by address?
Use the Rice County LandShark records search to look up recorded documents connected to a property. If an address search does not find a match, try a shorter form of the address or call the Recorder/Registrar of Titles at 507-332-6114 for help locating the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Rice County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the county's LandShark records portal for the deed on a property, using the owner name or parcel details. The Recorder at 320 Third St. NW in Faribault can also help in person or by phone at 507-332-6114.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Rice County?
The county's tax records reflect the 2025 assessment year, with the last assessor update on May 1, 2025, and valuation data covers 20,974 properties. For a specific parcel's assessed value, call the Recorder at 507-332-6114, and staff can direct you to the assessing office.
Where can I find Rice County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax records in the data cover tax year 2025. For a bill or payment history, call the Rice County Recorder's Office at 507-332-6114 and ask to be directed to the property tax staff. Have the parcel number or address ready. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Rice County?
Search deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents through the Rice County LandShark portal. Deed records in the data run from January 13, 1998, through August 21, 2025. The Recorder's Office also assists in person at 320 Third St. NW in Faribault.
Where can I access Rice County parcel maps and GIS information?
The data lists 30,126 parcels but no map link. Call the Recorder at 507-332-6114 and ask which county department provides parcel maps and GIS information. Staff in Faribault can direct you to the right office or explain how to request a map for a property.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Rice County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county or city planning staff, not the Recorder. Call 507-332-6114 during office hours and give the property address, and the Recorder's Office can tell you which department covers that location. Friday hours are 8:00 AM to noon.
How can I create a list of property owners in Rice County?
Compile owners from recorded deeds and assessment records. The Rice County Recorder's Office can explain how to request multiple records, and staff at 507-332-6114 can advise on scope. Describe the parcels or area you need so they can suggest the best approach.