Wilkin County, MN Property Records
Property records in Wilkin, Minnesota document ownership, transfers, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, legal descriptions, mortgages, liens, and recorded instruments such as deeds. These records are useful for confirming property ownership, researching sales history, reviewing tax obligations, preparing real estate transactions, and supporting land-use or title research. Homebuyers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers commonly rely on them to verify details before making financial or legal decisions.
Official Wilkin property records are maintained by Wilkin County offices, including the Assessor, Recorder, and Auditor-Treasurer, depending on the type of information needed. Users can access official resources through the county’s website, including its Wilkin property records information and related county department pages.
Wilkin County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Wilkin County's median rent is $900, which is above both the Minnesota median of $808 and the national median of $840.25. Even with higher rents, few households rent: renter-occupied housing is 12.22% of homes, compared with 16.38% statewide and 21.81% nationally. That makes Wilkin one of the more owner-oriented markets in the comparison.
The median home value is $167,200, below the state median of $190,000 and also slightly under the national median of $173,750. Property taxes are a bright spot for owners. The county's median property tax rate of 0.73% is lower than the state rate of 0.98% and a shade below the national rate of 0.74%.
Median household income is $69,707, close to Minnesota's $70,066 and above the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.99% is lower than both the state's 2.29% and the national 2.87%, pointing to a tight local job market.
Together, the figures show a county with moderate home values, relatively light property taxes, rents that run above average, strong employment, and a housing stock that is overwhelmingly owner-occupied.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Wilkin
Wilkin County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 8,402 total parcels, including 2,963 residential and 275 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 94.58% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 5,686 deeds and 2,840 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 2,217 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 8,402 |
| Residential Parcels | 2,963 |
| Commercial Parcels | 275 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.58% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 5,686 |
| Mortgage Records | 2,840 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,217 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 18 |
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 paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Wilkin County has 2,432 assignment and release records available for research. They include 229 assignment documents recorded from December 9, 2020, through August 7, 2025, and 2,203 release documents recorded from December 2, 2020, through August 26, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier loans were released, follow a loan as it moved between lenders, and identify mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Wilkin County, MN Property Records
Wilkin County's recorded land records are maintained by the County Recorder's Office in Breckenridge. It holds the deeds, mortgages, and related documents for the county's 8,402 parcels, which people use to confirm ownership, review transfers, and check for liens.
The Wilkin County Recorder's Office page describes the office and its services. To submit documents electronically, use the Wilkin County eRecording page, which explains how recording by e-filing works.
To search, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Use it to identify the parcel, then look for the deeds or mortgages recorded against it. Compare names and recording dates on each result with the property you are researching, and note any releases that show an older loan was paid off.
The Recorder's Office is at 300 South 5th Street, Breckenridge, MN 56520, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 218-643-7164 if you need help finding a record.
Wilkin Registrar of Deeds
The Wilkin County Probate Office is located at 300 South 5th Street, Breckenridge, MN, 56520 and can be reached at 218-643-7164. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website co.wilkin.mn.us.
Wilkin County Recorder's Office
Wilkin County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Wilkin County property records by address?
Begin with the Wilkin County Recorder's Office page and have the full street address ready. If the parcel does not come up, try a shorter form of the address or a parcel number. You can also call the office at 218-643-7164 and ask staff to help locate the property.
How can I find property owners in Wilkin County?
Owner names are shown on recorded deeds held by the County Recorder. Contact the office at 300 South 5th Street, Breckenridge, or call 218-643-7164 with the address or parcel number. The county holds 5,686 deed records, so ask for the most recent deed to see the current owner.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Wilkin County?
Wilkin County's tax records show the 2025 assessment year across 8,402 parcels. To see a specific property's value, have the address or parcel number ready and call the Recorder's Office at 218-643-7164 to be directed to the assessment staff. The Recorder's Office page is a good starting point.
Where can I find Wilkin County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax statements are linked to a parcel number, so locate that on a deed or earlier bill first. If you cannot find a statement, call 218-643-7164 and ask which county office issues and collects property taxes. Staff can point you to the correct department, its location, and its hours.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Wilkin County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded with the County Recorder. See the Recorder's Office page for details, or visit 300 South 5th Street, Breckenridge, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Deed records in the county's data run from January 2, 2007 to August 12, 2025.
Where can I access Wilkin County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 8,402 parcels are usually provided by county mapping or land records staff. Call the Recorder's Office at 218-643-7164 and ask where parcel maps and GIS layers are published. Remember that parcel maps are for general reference and are not a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Wilkin County?
Permit and zoning rules vary by location, since cities may manage their own. For property inside a city, contact that city's office. For other land, call 218-643-7164 and ask which county department handles zoning and building permits so you can confirm requirements before starting a project.
How can I create a list of property owners in Wilkin County?
The county's records are best suited to one-property-at-a-time lookups. To build a list, gather the parcel numbers you need and request each deed from the Recorder's Office at 300 South 5th Street, Breckenridge, or by phone at 218-643-7164. For a larger request, ask what the office can provide.