Washington County, MN Property Records
Property records in Washington, Minnesota provide official information about real estate ownership, assessed values, tax history, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, sales data, and recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, and liens. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, researchers, and businesses that need to verify ownership, review property tax obligations, evaluate market activity, or confirm details before a transaction.
Users can access official Washington property records through Washington County’s Property Records and Taxpayer Services department, which maintains land records, tax information, and related parcel data for properties within the county. The county offers online tools and office services for searching property information, reviewing tax statements, and requesting recorded documents. To begin, visit the county’s official page for Washington property records.
Washington County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Washington County is one of Minnesota's higher-cost counties. The median rent is $1,610, nearly double the state median of $808 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 16.73% of homes, a little above the state figure of 16.38% and well below the national figure of 21.81%, so most households still own their homes.
The median home value is $366,200, far above Minnesota's $190,000 and the national $173,750. The median property tax rate is 1.01%, which is slightly higher than the state rate of 0.98% and above the national rate of 0.74%. Because the rate is applied to much higher values, the dollar cost of property taxes for owners is likely to be considerably greater than in most of the state.
Income helps explain the price level. Median household income is $111,571, compared with $70,066 in Minnesota and $65,108 nationally, so typical households earn far more than state and national averages. The unemployment rate is 2.04%, below the state's 2.29% and the national 2.87%.
The figures describe a high-income, low-unemployment county with expensive housing, strong property values, and an ownership-focused market, where elevated rents and home prices are matched by well-above-average earnings.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Washington
Washington County has an extensive land record base covering tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 119,281 total parcels, including 104,837 residential and 5,748 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 91.37% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 163,667 deeds and 69,789 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 98,874 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 119,281 |
| Residential Parcels | 104,837 |
| Commercial Parcels | 5,748 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 91.37% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 163,667 |
| Mortgage Records | 69,789 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 98,874 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 35,428 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the mortgage was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Washington County has 349,046 assignment and release records available for research. They include 41,182 assignment documents and 307,514 release documents, along with 350 other documents, recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 2, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners, and title researchers confirm that earlier loans were paid off, follow a loan as it moved between lenders, and spot mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The long date range makes it possible to review the history of a property over many years.
How to Search Washington County, MN Property Records
Washington County's land records are managed by the County Recorder and Registrar of Titles in Stillwater. The office holds recorded deeds, mortgages, and related documents for the county's 119,281 parcels, and these records are used to confirm ownership, review transfers, and check for liens.
The Washington County Land Records and Recording page explains the services the office provides and how to record documents. To look up existing records online, use the Washington County Property Records Search (RecordEASE), which lets you search recorded documents. Documents can be submitted electronically through the Washington County eRecording instructions.
To search, start with the property address, owner name, or parcel number. Enter the most complete details you have, review the list of matching documents, and open the one that matches your property. Compare names and recording dates to make sure it is the right record.
The Recorder's Office is at 14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 651-430-6175.
Washington Registrar of Deeds
The Washington County Probate Office is located at 14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN, 55082 and can be reached at 651-430-6175. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through co.washington.mn.us or the official website co.washington.mn.us.
Washington County Recorder / Registrar of Titles
Washington County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Washington County property records by address?
Use the Washington County Property Records Search to look up recorded documents. Enter the street address or a parcel number and review the matching records. If the address does not return a result, try a shorter form of it, or call the Recorder's Office at 651-430-6175 for help.
How can I find property owners in Washington County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds, which you can search through the Property Records Search. Search by address or parcel number, then open the most recent deed to see who received the property. The county holds 163,667 deed records, so check recording dates to find the latest transfer.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Washington County?
Washington County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year and cover 119,281 parcels. Assessment details are connected to each parcel number, so start by finding the parcel through the Land Records and Recording page, or call the county at 651-430-6175 to be directed to the right office.
Where can I find Washington County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax statements are tied to a parcel number, so locate that first through a deed or an earlier statement. The county's main Land Records and Recording page lists related services. If you cannot find a bill, call 651-430-6175 and ask which department can provide tax records.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Washington County?
Deeds, mortgages, and releases are recorded by the County Recorder and can be searched through the Property Records Search. Deed records in the data run from February 1, 1989 through August 28, 2025. You can also visit 14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Washington County parcel maps and GIS information?
With 119,281 parcels in the county, parcel maps are generally provided by county mapping or land records staff. Begin with the Land Records and Recording page, or call the Recorder at 651-430-6175 and ask where parcel maps are published. Maps are for reference and are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Washington County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on where the property sits, since cities and townships often manage their own. Contact the city or township office for a property inside its limits, or call the county at 651-430-6175 for a referral to the department that handles county-level permits and land use questions.
How can I create a list of property owners in Washington County?
The online tools are built for one-property-at-a-time lookups. Use the Property Records Search to collect owner names from deeds for specific parcels. For a larger list or bulk data, contact the Recorder's Office at 651-430-6175 and ask what records and formats it can provide.