Hettinger County, ND Property Records
Property records in Hettinger, North Dakota document ownership, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax history, deeds, mortgages, plats, liens, and other land-related transactions. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, lenders, attorneys, and researchers who need to verify property ownership, review title history, estimate tax obligations, or confirm details before a real estate transaction.
Because Hettinger is located in Adams County, official property records are typically maintained by Adams County offices, including the Recorder for recorded land documents and the Tax Director or Treasurer for assessment and property tax information. Users can access current guidance, office contacts, and available record services through the county’s official website for Hettinger property records. For certified copies or legally authoritative information, contact the appropriate county office directly.
Hettinger County, ND Property Records & Statistics
Hettinger County has a median rent of $844, compared with $688 across North Dakota and $840.25 nationally. Renters here pay more than the typical North Dakota renter and roughly match the national median. Renter-occupied housing makes up 18.93% of occupied homes, just under the state figure of 19.11% and the national figure of 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
The median home value is $89,800, well below the state median of $131,900 and the national median of $173,750. Property taxes run in the other direction: the county's median property tax rate of 1.15% is higher than the state rate of 0.81% and the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are affordable to buy, but owners carry a heavier tax rate than in much of the state.
Median household income is $68,333, below North Dakota's $76,250 but above the national figure of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 1.45%, lower than the state's 1.59% and the national 2.87%.
Together the figures describe a small, owner-dominated housing market with low home values, relatively high rents and tax rates, and a strong job market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Hettinger
Hettinger County property records cover tax assessments, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 7,285 total parcels, including 1,082 residential and 848 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 95.79% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 794 properties, and the county's foreclosure process is judicial.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 7,285 |
| Residential Parcels | 1,082 |
| Commercial Parcels | 848 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.79% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | December 9, 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 794 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Foreclosure Process | Judicial |
| Notice of Sale Records | 7 |
How to Search Hettinger County, ND Property Records
Property records for Hettinger County are held by several county offices. The county assessor and auditor maintain parcel, ownership and assessment information, while the county recorder keeps deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents. Together they cover the county's 7,285 parcels, along with tax details, valuations and foreclosure notices.
To search recorded documents, use the North Dakota Recorders Information Network, the statewide system for searching county land records. For background on how property is assessed and taxed in North Dakota, visit the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner, which publishes property tax guidance for the state.
For parcel boundaries and mapping layers, the North Dakota GIS Hub offers state-maintained geographic data that can help you locate a property. To confirm an owner, an assessed value or a tax bill for a specific parcel, contact the Hettinger County offices in Mott directly.
Before searching, gather the property address, owner name or parcel number. Start with the most complete detail you have, review the matching results, and open the record that fits the property you are researching.
Hettinger County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Hettinger County property records by address?
Start with the North Dakota Recorders Information Network for recorded documents, and use the North Dakota GIS Hub to locate a parcel on a map. For assessment details tied to an address, contact the Hettinger County assessor or auditor in Mott and ask them to look up the parcel for you.
How can I find property owners in Hettinger County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds, which you can search through the North Dakota Recorders Information Network. Assessment records also list the current owner of each parcel. If an online search doesn't return the owner you need, call the Hettinger County recorder or assessor's office and give them the address or parcel number.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Hettinger County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Ask the Hettinger County assessor's office for the value on a given parcel. The North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner explains how North Dakota property is valued and how to appeal an assessment.
Where can I find Hettinger County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills in North Dakota are issued by the county, and payment is handled by the county treasurer or auditor's office in Mott. Contact that office with your parcel number or owner name to request a bill or a payment history. General property tax information is available from the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Hettinger County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents are kept by the Hettinger County recorder. You can search them through the North Dakota Recorders Information Network using a name or document details. For certified copies or older documents, contact the recorder's office in Mott directly.
Where can I access Hettinger County parcel maps and GIS information?
The North Dakota GIS Hub provides state-maintained geographic data that can be used to find parcels and boundaries in Hettinger County. Parcel maps are a useful reference, but they are not a legal survey, so confirm boundaries with the county before relying on them.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Hettinger County?
Building and zoning rules in Hettinger County are handled locally. Contact the county courthouse in Mott to ask about permits and zoning, and check with the city of Mott or the relevant township if the property sits within one. They can explain which approvals a project needs.
How can I create a list of property owners in Hettinger County?
Owner information is available property by property through county assessment and recorded land records. The North Dakota Recorders Information Network lets you search recorded documents by name. For a larger list or bulk records, ask the Hettinger County assessor or recorder what can be provided.