Pondera County, MT Property Records
Property records in Pondera, Montana provide official information about real estate ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax history, legal descriptions, deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and other recorded land documents. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing property taxes, or investigating a parcel’s history.
Users can access official Pondera property information through county offices such as the Clerk and Recorder, Treasurer, and Assessor-related resources, depending on the type of record needed. Parcel and assessment details may also be reviewed through the state’s official Montana Cadastral property records search, which provides public access to mapped property data across Montana, including Pondera County. For certified copies of recorded documents or questions about filing, users should contact the appropriate Pondera County office directly.
Pondera County, MT Property Records & Statistics
Pondera County has a median rent of $780.50, above the Montana median of $736.75 but below the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 34.8% of homes, much higher than the state share of 24.36% and the national share of 21.81%, so a large part of the housing market is rental.
The median home value is $143,800, well below Montana's $213,400 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.85% is above the state rate of 0.68% and the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are inexpensive to buy, but the tax rate is among the higher figures in this comparison.
Median household income is $51,944, below the state figure of $59,344 and the national figure of $65,108. Incomes trail both benchmarks, which makes the county's low home prices important for local affordability. The unemployment rate is 7.12%, far above the state rate of 2.16% and the national rate of 2.87%, a sign of a tougher job market than elsewhere.
In summary, Pondera County offers affordable homes and a large rental sector, but lower incomes and notably higher unemployment shape the local housing picture.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Pondera
Pondera County's property records include tax assessments, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 8,605 total parcels, including 2,584 residential and 435 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 85.18% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 1,199 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 8,605 |
| Residential Parcels | 2,584 |
| Commercial Parcels | 435 |
| Other Parcels | 5,586 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 85.18% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | September 2, 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,199 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 11 |
How to Search Pondera County, MT Property Records
Pondera County's data covers 8,605 parcels, including 2,584 residential and 435 commercial properties, with tax records for the 2024 assessment year and foreclosure records beginning May 5, 2022. Recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages are filed with the county Clerk and Recorder at the courthouse in Conrad, the county seat.
For parcel lookups, the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer is the state's official mapping tool. You can search by address, owner name, or parcel number and view parcel boundaries and ownership details. To learn how property is valued and how assessments work, the Montana Department of Revenue property page is the official state resource.
For deeds, mortgages, tax bills, or other recorded documents, contact the Pondera County courthouse in Conrad. County staff can explain which office handles each type of record and help with copies that aren't posted online.
To begin, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready, enter the most complete information, and open the entry that matches the property you are researching.
Pondera Registrar of Deeds
The Pondera 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.
Pondera County Clerk & Recorder
Pondera County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Pondera County property records by address?
Use the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer and type in the property address to find the parcel. If the address doesn't match, try the owner name or parcel number, or contact the Pondera County courthouse in Conrad for help.
How can I find property owners in Pondera County?
Owner names appear on parcel records in the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer. For the recorded deed showing how a property changed hands, contact the Pondera County Clerk and Recorder at the courthouse in Conrad.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Pondera County?
The Montana Department of Revenue values property statewide, and its property page explains how to look up an assessment. Pondera County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, so use that year when reviewing a value.
Where can I find Pondera County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued at the county level. Contact the Pondera County courthouse in Conrad and ask for the office that handles tax billing and payments, which can tell you what is due and provide payment history for your parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Pondera County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are held by the Pondera County Clerk and Recorder in Conrad. Contact the courthouse to request copies or ask for help searching, and have the owner name and an approximate recording date ready.
Where can I access Pondera County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Montana Cadastral parcel viewer shows parcel boundaries, ownership, and map layers for Pondera County's 8,605 parcels. It is a reference tool and not a legal survey, so use a licensed surveyor when exact boundaries matter.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Pondera County?
Contact the Pondera County courthouse in Conrad to ask which permits or zoning rules apply to your property. For land within Conrad or Valier, also check with the city or town, since municipalities can maintain their own requirements.
How can I create a list of property owners in Pondera County?
Look up owners parcel by parcel in the Montana Cadastral parcel viewer. For a larger set of records, contact the Pondera County courthouse in Conrad and ask what lists or bulk records the county can provide.