Walsh County, ND Property Records
Property records in Walsh, North Dakota, are maintained at the county level and document ownership, transfers, parcel details, legal descriptions, deeds, mortgages, plats, liens, property tax information, and assessed values. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, preparing real estate transactions, checking tax obligations, and supporting legal or title-related work.
Users can access official Walsh property records through Walsh County offices, including the Recorder for recorded land documents and the Treasurer or Tax Equalization offices for tax and assessment information. For current office details, public record resources, and contact information, visit the county’s official property records resources.
Walsh County, ND Property Records & Statistics
Walsh County has a median rent of $638, below the North Dakota median of $688 and the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is only 12.22% of homes, well under the state's 19.11% and the national 21.81%, one of the strongest ownership shares you will see in the state.
The median home value is $114,400, lower than the state's $131,900 and well below the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.97% is above the state's 0.81% and the national 0.74%, so owners pay proportionally more in tax than in many other places.
The median household income is $68,754, below the state's $76,250 but above the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.83% is a little higher than the state's 1.59% and much lower than the national 2.87%.
Overall, Walsh County is an affordable, owner-oriented market with modest home values and rents, steady employment, incomes between the state and national levels, and relatively high property tax rates.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Walsh
Walsh County's property records cover assessments, recorded documents, valuations and foreclosures. The county has 15,894 total parcels, including 4,494 residential and 599 commercial parcels, with recorded documents including 18,625 deeds and 6,656 mortgages. Valuation data is available for 3,719 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 15,894 |
| Residential Parcels | 4,494 |
| Commercial Parcels | 599 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 88.25% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 18,625 |
| Mortgage Records | 6,656 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,719 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 8 |
| Latest Notice of Sale | August 6, 2025 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records trace a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a loan transferred from one lender to another, and a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien cleared.
Walsh County has 9,600 assignment and release records. They include 923 assignment documents, recorded from January 31, 2005, through August 29, 2025, and 8,632 release documents, recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 25, 2025, along with 45 other documents.
Owners, buyers and researchers can use these records to confirm that past mortgages were released, follow a loan between lenders, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The two-decade span makes it possible to review a property's mortgage history in detail.
How to Search Walsh County, ND Property Records
Walsh County records are split between assessment data for 15,894 parcels and recorded documents kept by the Walsh County Recorder at 600 Cooper Avenue in Grafton. The recorder holds deeds, mortgages and related instruments.
The Walsh County Recorder page covers recording services, and the office can be reached at 701-352-2380. For online searches of recorded documents, use the North Dakota Recorders Information Network, the official records search for the county. The North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner is a statewide source on assessment and property taxes.
Begin with an owner name, address or parcel number. Deeds were recorded from January 3, 2006, through July 30, 2025, and mortgages from January 4, 2006, through the same date. Assessment details reflect 2024, with the latest assessor update on May 1, 2025.
The Recorder is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, for in-person questions.
Walsh Registrar of Deeds
The Walsh County Probate Office is located at 600 Cooper Avenue, Grafton, ND, 58237 and can be reached at 701-352-2380. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through ndrin.com or the official website walshcountynd.com.
Walsh County Recorder
Walsh County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Walsh County property records by address?
Contact the Walsh County courthouse in Grafton with the address or parcel number; the county maintains 15,894 parcels. For documents linked to a property, search the North Dakota Recorders Information Network or call the Walsh County Recorder at 701-352-2380.
How can I find property owners in Walsh County?
Look up the most recent deed on the North Dakota Recorders Information Network; deeds were recorded from January 3, 2006, through July 30, 2025. The Walsh County Recorder can also assist. Confirm the current owner with the county's assessment office.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Walsh County?
Assessments reflect 2024, and assessor records were last updated on May 1, 2025. Contact the Walsh County assessing office with the parcel number or address for the value. The Office of State Tax Commissioner explains how North Dakota property is assessed.
Where can I find Walsh County property tax bills and payment records?
The Walsh County Treasurer in Grafton handles tax bills and payments. Give the parcel number or owner name to obtain a copy of a statement or confirm payment. The county's median tax rate is 0.97%. For statewide tax information, see the Office of State Tax Commissioner.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Walsh County?
The Walsh County Recorder, at 600 Cooper Avenue, Grafton, keeps deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents; call 701-352-2380. You can also search on the North Dakota Recorders Information Network. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Walsh County parcel maps and GIS information?
The North Dakota GIS Hub provides state mapping layers for locating parcels. For a map of Walsh County's 15,894 parcels, contact the courthouse in Grafton. Maps are a reference and do not replace a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Walsh County?
Rules depend on where the property sits. In Grafton, Park River or another city, contact the city's office. For rural land, ask the Walsh County courthouse which office issues permits and whether zoning applies. Check before building or changing how land is used.
How can I create a list of property owners in Walsh County?
County records are built for individual lookups. To get a list of owners, ask the Walsh County Auditor's office what parcel or owner data it can provide and whether a fee applies. You can also search recorded transfers by name on the North Dakota Recorders Information Network.