Winona County, MN Property Records
Property records in Winona, Minnesota document key details about real estate within the city and surrounding Winona County. These records typically include ownership information, legal descriptions, parcel numbers, assessed values, property tax details, sales history, plats, deeds, mortgages, and other recorded land documents. They are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, attorneys, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review property boundaries, estimate tax obligations, or examine a property’s transaction history.
Official Winona property records are maintained primarily by Winona County offices, including the Assessor, Auditor/Treasurer, and Recorder. Users can access public property information, assessment data, and recorded land documents through the county’s official online resources or by contacting the appropriate county office. To begin, visit the county’s official Winona County property records page.
Winona County, MN Property Records & Statistics
Winona County has a median rent of $810, close to the Minnesota median of $808 and just under the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 18.37% of homes, above the state's 16.38% but below the national 21.81%, a reflection of a market that is mostly owner-occupied with a somewhat larger rental segment than the state as a whole.
The median home value is $233,950, well above Minnesota's $190,000 and the national $173,750. Property taxes are comparatively moderate. The county's median property tax rate of 0.93% is below the state rate of 0.98%, although it is higher than the national rate of 0.74%.
Median household income is $80,069.50, which is higher than both the state's $70,066 and the national $65,108, helping to support the county's higher home values. The unemployment rate is 1.83%, lower than the state's 2.29% and the national 2.87%.
In all, the figures describe a county with strong incomes, low unemployment, home values above state and national levels, and a property tax rate that is slightly lighter than the state average, with rents that remain close to the state median.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Winona
Winona County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 26,050 total parcels, including 17,204 residential and 1,161 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 90.84% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 28,040 deeds and 23,757 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 14,225 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 26,050 |
| Residential Parcels | 17,204 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,161 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 90.84% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 28,040 |
| Mortgage Records | 23,757 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 14,225 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 171 |
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.
Winona County has 32,836 assignment and release records available for research. They include 2,038 assignment documents recorded from October 20, 2008, through July 24, 2025, and 30,744 release documents recorded from October 31, 2008, through July 24, 2025, along with 54 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were released, follow a loan as it moved between lenders, and find mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Winona County, MN Property Records
Winona County's land records are kept by the County Recorder in Winona. The office holds the recorded deeds, mortgages, and related documents for the county's 26,050 parcels, which are used to confirm ownership, review transfers, and check for liens.
Start with the Winona County Recorder page to learn about the office and its services. To search recorded documents online, use the Winona County LandShark records search, which is the county's official records search. If you need to submit documents, the Winona County eRecording information lists the available e-recording vendors.
To search, enter a property owner's name, address, or a parcel number if you have it, then review the matching documents. Open the one that fits your property and compare names and recording dates, looking for any releases that show an earlier mortgage was paid off.
The Recorder's Office is at 202 W Third Street, Winona, MN 55987, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The phone number is 507-457-6340.
Winona Registrar of Deeds
The Winona County Probate Office is located at 202 W Third Street, Winona, MN, 55987 and can be reached at 507-457-6340. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through co.winona.mn.us or the official website co.winona.mn.us.
Winona County Recorder
Winona County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Winona County property records by address?
Use the Winona County LandShark records search to look up recorded documents. Enter the owner name or other property details to find matching records. If you need help locating a parcel, call the Recorder's Office at 507-457-6340 and ask staff for guidance.
How can I find property owners in Winona County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds, which you can search through the LandShark records search. Open the most recent deed on a property to see who received it and when. The county holds 28,040 deed records, so check recording dates to be sure you are viewing the latest transfer.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Winona County?
Winona County's tax records show the 2025 assessment year across 26,050 parcels. For a specific property's value, have its address or parcel number ready and call the Recorder's Office at 507-457-6340 to be directed to the assessment staff. The Winona County Recorder page is also a helpful start.
Where can I find Winona County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax statements are tied to a parcel number, so find it on a deed or earlier bill first. If you cannot locate a statement, call 507-457-6340 and ask which county office handles property tax bills and payments. Staff can direct you to the proper department and tell you its hours.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Winona County?
Search deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents through the LandShark records search. Records in the county's data begin in February 2010. You can also visit the Recorder at 202 W Third Street, Winona, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, or review the Recorder page.
Where can I access Winona County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 26,050 parcels, and parcel maps are generally provided by county mapping or land records staff. Call the Recorder's Office at 507-457-6340 and ask where parcel maps and GIS layers are published. Parcel maps are helpful for reference but are not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Winona County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on where the property is located, since cities often handle their own. For property inside a city, contact that city's office. For other land, call 507-457-6340 and ask which county department handles zoning and building permits before you begin a project.
How can I create a list of property owners in Winona County?
The online tools work best for individual properties. To build a list, use the LandShark records search to collect owner names from deeds for each parcel you are interested in. For a larger or bulk request, contact the Recorder's Office at 507-457-6340 to ask what it can provide.