Mckenzie County, ND Property Records
Property records in Mckenzie, North Dakota provide important details about real estate ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property taxes, deeds, mortgages, liens, and recorded transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, lenders, researchers, and legal professionals who need to verify ownership history, review tax information, confirm legal descriptions, or evaluate a property before a transaction.
Because Mckenzie is located in Burleigh County, official property records are maintained at the county level. Users can access recorded land documents through the Burleigh County Recorder, while assessment and tax-related information may be available through the county’s tax and equalization offices. For authoritative records and guidance on requesting documents, visit the county’s page for official property records.
Mckenzie County, ND Property Records & Statistics
McKenzie County has a median rent of $842, above the North Dakota median of $688 and essentially level with the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 22.9% of occupied homes, higher than the state figure of 19.11% and the national figure of 21.81%, reflecting a more active rental market than most of the state.
The median home value is $282,100, more than double the state median of $131,900 and well above the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.43% is far lower than the state rate of 0.81% and the national rate of 0.74%, so high home values come with a light tax rate.
Median household income is $92,969, well above North Dakota's $76,250 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 1.31%, below the state's 1.59% and the national 2.87%.
The figures describe a high-income county with expensive homes, a larger rental share, low tax rates and a tight labor market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Mckenzie
McKenzie County property records include tax assessments, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 18,357 total parcels, including 2,793 residential and 2,887 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 86.86% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 2,305 properties, and the foreclosure process is judicial.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 18,357 |
| Residential Parcels | 2,793 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,887 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 86.86% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | March 6, 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,305 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 4 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 8 |
How to Search Mckenzie County, ND Property Records
McKenzie County property records are kept by county offices in Watford City. The Recorder's Office holds deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents, while the assessor and auditor maintain parcel, ownership and tax information for the county's 18,357 parcels.
Start with the McKenzie County Recorder's Office for recording information and contacts. The office is at 201 5th St NW, Watford City, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; call 701-444-3616. To search recorded documents online, use the North Dakota Recorders Information Network (ServND). For guidance on assessments and property taxes, see the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner.
Have an address, owner name or parcel number ready, enter the most complete detail you have, and open the result that matches your property. If you can't find a record online, call the office that maintains it.
McKenzie Registrar of Deeds
The Mckenzie County Probate Office is located at 201 5th St NW, Watford City, ND, 58854 and can be reached at 701-444-3616. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through servnd.org or the official website county.mckenziecounty.net.
McKenzie County Recorder's Office
Mckenzie County Property Records FAQ
How can I search McKenzie County property records by address?
Search recorded documents through ServND, and use the North Dakota GIS Hub to see where a parcel sits. To match an address to a record, call the McKenzie County Recorder's Office at 701-444-3616.
How can I find property owners in McKenzie County?
Recorded deeds name the owners of record, and you can search them through ServND. The McKenzie County Recorder's Office at 201 5th St NW in Watford City can also help. Assessment records list the current owner as well.
How can I check a property's assessed value in McKenzie County?
The county assessor sets assessed values, and McKenzie County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Contact the assessor's office for a particular parcel. The North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner explains valuation and how to appeal.
Where can I find McKenzie County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax statements and payments are handled by the county treasurer or auditor in Watford City. Give them your parcel number or owner name to get a bill or payment history. General information is available from the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in McKenzie County?
The McKenzie County Recorder's Office keeps deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents, searchable through ServND. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at 201 5th St NW, Watford City.
Where can I access McKenzie County parcel maps and GIS information?
The North Dakota GIS Hub offers state-maintained geographic data for finding parcels and boundaries in McKenzie County. Maps are a reference, not a legal survey, so confirm boundaries with the county.
How can I check permits and zoning information in McKenzie County?
Permits and zoning are handled locally. Contact the McKenzie County offices in Watford City, and check with the city of Watford City or the relevant township if the property lies within one. They can explain which approvals a project needs.
How can I create a list of property owners in McKenzie County?
Owner details are available parcel by parcel through assessment records and recorded documents on ServND. For a larger list, call the McKenzie County Recorder's Office at 701-444-3616 to ask what can be provided.