Petroleum County, MT Property Records
Property records in Petroleum, Montana document important details about land and real estate, including ownership, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, assessed values, and property tax information. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, lenders, attorneys, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing property history, or evaluating tax and assessment data.
Official Petroleum property records may be accessed through the Petroleum County Clerk and Recorder’s office for recorded documents and through county or state resources for parcel and assessment information. Users can also search statewide parcel data through Montana’s official cadastral system for Petroleum property records, which provides access to maps, ownership details, and related property information maintained by government agencies. For certified copies or the most current recorded documents, contacting the appropriate Petroleum County office directly is recommended.
Petroleum County, MT Property Records & Statistics
Petroleum County has a median rent of $713, a little under the Montana median of $736.75 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 31.95% of homes, notably higher than the state share of 24.36% and the national share of 21.81%, so renting is more common here than in most places.
The median home value is $151,600, below both Montana's $213,400 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.76% is above the state rate of 0.68% and slightly above the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are relatively affordable to buy, though the tax rate is a bit heavier than average.
Median household income is $58,295, a little under the state figure of $59,344 and below the national figure of $65,108. Incomes are close to the state norm, which pairs with lower home values to keep ownership within reach. The unemployment rate is just 0.68%, far lower than the state's 2.16% and the national 2.87%, showing very few residents out of work.
In summary, Petroleum County offers low home prices, moderate rents, a larger-than-usual renter share, and extremely low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Petroleum
Petroleum County's property records center on tax assessments and valuation data. The county has 4,588 total parcels, including 494 residential and 55 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 68.92% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The latest valuation update was on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 4,588 |
| Residential Parcels | 494 |
| Commercial Parcels | 55 |
| Other Parcels | 4,039 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 68.92% |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | September 11, 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
How to Search Petroleum County, MT Property Records
Petroleum County's data covers 4,588 parcels, including 494 residential and 55 commercial properties, with tax records for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages are filed with the county Clerk and Recorder, whose office is in the county seat of Winnett.
For parcel lookups, the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer is the state's official mapping tool. It lets you find a parcel by address, owner name, or parcel number and view boundaries and ownership information. To learn how property is valued and how to check an assessment, the Montana Department of Revenue property page is the official state resource.
For recorded deeds, mortgages, or tax questions, contact the Petroleum County Clerk and Recorder in Winnett directly, since these documents are held at the county level and often handled by phone or in person.
To search, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details, review the results, and open the entry that matches the property you are researching.
Petroleum County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Petroleum County property records by address?
Use the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer and enter the street address to locate the parcel. If the address doesn't match, search by owner name or parcel number. For help locating a rural property, contact the county Clerk and Recorder in Winnett.
How can I find property owners in Petroleum County?
Owner names appear on parcel records in the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer. For the deed showing how a property was transferred, contact the Petroleum County Clerk and Recorder in Winnett, who maintains recorded documents for the county.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Petroleum County?
The Montana Department of Revenue handles property valuation, and its property page explains how to look up an assessment. Petroleum County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, so refer to that year when reviewing or questioning a value.
Where can I find Petroleum County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued at the county level. Contact the Petroleum County courthouse in Winnett and ask for the office that handles tax billing and payments. They can tell you the amount due, accepted payment methods, and payment history for your parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Petroleum County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are held by the Petroleum County Clerk and Recorder in Winnett. Call or visit the courthouse to request copies or ask for help searching, and have the owner name and approximate recording date ready.
Where can I access Petroleum County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer shows parcel boundaries, ownership, and map layers for the county's 4,588 parcels. These maps are for reference only and aren't a legal survey, so consult a licensed surveyor for exact boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Petroleum County?
Contact the Petroleum County courthouse in Winnett to ask whether permits or zoning rules apply to your property. Because the county is small and rural, many questions are answered directly by county staff, and properties inside Winnett may have separate town requirements.
How can I create a list of property owners in Petroleum County?
Use the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer to look up owners parcel by parcel. For a larger set of ownership records, contact the Petroleum County Clerk and Recorder in Winnett to ask what the office can provide.