Dunn County, ND Property Records
Property records in Dunn, North Dakota provide important information about land and real estate within the county, including ownership history, legal descriptions, parcel details, assessed values, property tax information, deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, lenders, attorneys, title companies, researchers, and property owners who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm boundaries, or research the history of a parcel.
Official Dunn property records are maintained by county offices such as the Recorder, Treasurer, and Tax Equalization departments. Users can access current information and office guidance through the county’s official Dunn property records resources, or by contacting the appropriate Dunn County office for copies, searches, fees, and recording requirements.
Dunn County, ND Property Records & Statistics
Dunn County has a median rent of $1,010, much higher than the North Dakota median of $688 and the national median of $840.25. Renters make up 29.75% of occupied homes, a larger share than the state's 19.11% and the national 21.81%, which points to an active rental market in the county.
Home values are the standout figure. The median home value is $298,200, more than double the state median of $131,900 and well above the national median of $173,750. Property taxes offset some of that, as the county's median rate of 0.6% is below both the state rate of 0.81% and the national rate of 0.74%.
The median household income of $92,986 is higher than the state median of $76,250 and the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 0.95%, below both North Dakota's 1.59% and the national 2.87%, showing a very tight labor market.
Together, the figures describe a high-cost, high-income county. Housing is expensive to rent and to buy, but strong earnings, very low unemployment and light property tax rates give residents room to absorb those costs.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Dunn
Dunn County property records include tax assessments, parcel data, valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 9,874 total parcels, with tax records covering 93.59% of the population for the 2024 assessment year, and valuation data is available for 771 properties. Foreclosure records show 4 lis pendens filings since June 6, 2024.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 9,874 |
| Residential Parcels | 1,096 |
| Commercial Parcels | 787 |
| Other Parcels | 7,991 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.59% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | March 10, 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 771 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 4 |
How to Search Dunn County, ND Property Records
In Dunn County, recorded land documents are handled by the Recorder/Clerk of Court. The county's records include 9,874 parcels in the tax data, valuation information for 771 properties and a few foreclosure filings, so searches can cover ownership, assessment and legal-action details.
The Dunn County Recorder page describes the office and its services. To search recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages online, use the North Dakota Recorders Information Network. Filers who want to submit documents electronically can consult the county's e-recording partners list.
The office is at 205 Owens Street, Manning, ND, 58642, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 701-573-4443.
To search, collect the owner's name, property address or legal description. Enter the most precise detail you have, scan the results and open the record that matches your parcel. If an older document doesn't show up online, call the office and ask staff to check.
Dunn Registrar of Deeds
The Dunn County Probate Office is located at 205 Owens Street, Manning, ND, 58642 and can be reached at 701-573-4443. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through ndrin.com or the official website dunncountynd.org.
Dunn County Recorder/Clerk of Court
Dunn County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Dunn County property records by address?
Use the North Dakota Recorders Information Network, the official records search linked by the Dunn County Recorder, and enter the address or owner's name. For help finding a parcel, call the Recorder/Clerk of Court in Manning at 701-573-4443 during business hours.
How can I find property owners in Dunn County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the North Dakota Recorders Information Network for the deed on a property, or contact the Dunn County Recorder at 701-573-4443. The office, at 205 Owens Street in Manning, can help trace ownership for a specific parcel.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Dunn County?
Dunn County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year and were last updated March 10, 2025. To learn the assessed value of a specific parcel, call the county courthouse in Manning at 701-573-4443 and ask for the assessment office, or read the state's property tax information.
Where can I find Dunn County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills come from the county, not the Recorder. Call the Dunn County courthouse in Manning at 701-573-4443 to ask the Treasurer about statements and payment history. The North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner also provides general guidance on how property taxes work.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Dunn County?
Recorded documents are kept by the Dunn County Recorder/Clerk of Court. Search them online through the North Dakota Recorders Information Network, or visit the office at 205 Owens Street, Manning, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. See the Recorder's page for services.
Where can I access Dunn County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's tax records list 9,874 parcels, most of them rural. Statewide parcel layers can be viewed through the North Dakota GIS Hub. For maps specific to Dunn County, call the courthouse in Manning at 701-573-4443 and ask which office can provide them.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Dunn County?
Permit and zoning rules vary by location within Dunn County. Call the courthouse in Manning at 701-573-4443 to ask which office handles county zoning for rural property. If the land lies within a city such as Killdeer or Halliday, contact that city directly, since municipal rules can differ.
How can I create a list of property owners in Dunn County?
Online searches work property by property, so a full owner list usually needs a direct request. Contact the Dunn County Recorder at 701-573-4443 and ask what can be provided and at what cost. Individual transfers can also be searched on the Recorders Information Network.