Broadwater County, MT Property Records
Property records in Broadwater, Montana document land and real estate ownership, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, deeds, mortgages, plats, tax assessments, transfers, and related recorded instruments. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, preparing for a sale or purchase, checking tax information, confirming boundaries, and supporting legal or financial due diligence.
Official Broadwater property records are maintained by Broadwater County offices, including the Clerk and Recorder for recorded documents and county tax/assessment offices for parcel and tax details. Users can also search parcel information through Montana’s official cadastral system using the state’s property records search. For certified copies, complete recorded documents, or questions about filing and fees, contact the appropriate Broadwater County government office directly.
Broadwater County, MT Property Records & Statistics
Broadwater County has a median rent of $687, below the Montana median of $736.75 and the national median of $840.25. Renting is uncommon here: just 9.88% of occupied homes are renter-occupied, compared with 24.36% across the state and 21.81% nationally, so the county is overwhelmingly a place of homeowners.
The median home value is $298,200, well above the state figure of $213,400 and the national figure of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 0.73% is slightly higher than the state's 0.68% and just under the national 0.74%. Ownership therefore carries a higher price tag than in most of Montana, with a tax rate that is close to typical.
Median household income is $56,964, below both the state median of $59,344 and the national median of $65,108. With home values this far above the state level, the gap between incomes and housing costs is notable. The unemployment rate is 5.47%, higher than Montana's 2.16% and the national 2.87%.
In short, the figures describe a high-value, owner-dominated housing market with modest rents, incomes that trail the comparison areas and unemployment above both the state and national rates.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Broadwater
Broadwater County property records include tax assessment and valuation data. The county has 7,995 total parcels, including 3,663 residential and 243 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 86.78% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 697 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 7,995 |
| Residential Parcels | 3,663 |
| Commercial Parcels | 243 |
| Other Parcels | 4,089 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 86.78% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | October 28, 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 697 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
How to Search Broadwater County, MT Property Records
Broadwater County property records are available through the county and state resources. The county has 7,995 parcels, and records show parcel details, ownership, assessed values and valuation information, with recorded documents kept by the county.
The Broadwater County Clerk & Recorder records deeds, mortgages and other real estate documents. The office is at 515 Broadway St in Townsend, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the phone number is 406-266-3405.
For assessment information, use the Montana property record card lookup, which provides parcel-level valuation details from the Department of Revenue. To see where a parcel sits and how its boundaries are drawn, open the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer.
To search, have an address, owner name or parcel number ready, enter the most complete information you have, and open the matching record. If a recorded document does not appear online, call the Clerk & Recorder in Townsend for help finding it.
Broadwater Registrar of Deeds
The Broadwater County Probate Office is located at 515 Broadway St, Townsend, MT, 59644 and can be reached at 406-266-3405. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website broadwatercountymt.com.
Broadwater County Clerk & Recorder
Broadwater County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Broadwater County property records by address?
Enter the property's street address in the Montana property record card lookup to find its parcel record. If the first try fails, shorten the address or search by owner name. The Broadwater County Clerk & Recorder at 406-266-3405 can also help locate a parcel.
How can I find property owners in Broadwater County?
Owner names are part of the assessment records searchable through the Montana property record card lookup. For the deed that transferred a property, contact the Broadwater County Clerk & Recorder at 515 Broadway St, Townsend.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Broadwater County?
Assessed values are shown on a parcel's record in the Montana property record card lookup. The county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. For background on how Montana values property, see the Montana Department of Revenue property page.
Where can I find Broadwater County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued and collected at the county level. Contact the Broadwater County Treasurer in Townsend for bills, balances and payment options, and have your parcel number ready. The Clerk & Recorder at 406-266-3405 can direct you to the right office if needed.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Broadwater County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded real estate documents are kept by the Broadwater County Clerk & Recorder, 515 Broadway St, Townsend, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 406-266-3405 with an owner name or address to request copies.
Where can I access Broadwater County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer shows boundaries for the county's 7,995 parcels. Search by address, owner or parcel number, then zoom to the property. The maps are useful for reference but are not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Broadwater County?
Permit and zoning requirements depend on whether a property is inside Townsend or in the unincorporated county. Call the Broadwater County Clerk & Recorder at 406-266-3405 to be directed to the correct planning or permitting contact, and confirm requirements before starting any construction.
How can I create a list of property owners in Broadwater County?
Online lookups such as the Montana property record card lookup work one parcel at a time. For a broader owner list or bulk records, call the Broadwater County Clerk & Recorder at 406-266-3405 and ask what can be provided and how to submit a request.