Grant County, WI Property Records
Property records in Grant, Wisconsin document key information about real estate, including ownership, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax history, recorded deeds, mortgages, plats, and transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing tax obligations, checking parcel details, or researching the history of a property.
Official Grant property records are maintained by county offices such as the Register of Deeds, Treasurer, Land Records, and related assessment departments. Users can access public records, parcel data, tax information, and recorded documents through the county’s official online resources or by contacting the appropriate office directly. For the most accurate and current information, start with the county’s official Grant property records resources.
Grant County, WI Property Records & Statistics
Grant County has a median rent of $727.50, below Wisconsin's median of $814 and the national figure of $840.25. Renters in the county generally pay less each month than renters elsewhere in the state and country. Renter-occupied housing makes up 18.82% of occupied homes, just above the state share of 18.62% and below the national share of 21.81%, so ownership is still the norm.
The median home value in Grant County is $165,250, lower than the state median of $194,600 and the national median of $173,750. Property taxes are comparatively high: the county's median rate of 1.53% is above the Wisconsin rate of 1.47% and roughly double the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are affordable to buy, but the annual tax bill takes a larger bite than in many parts of the country.
Median household income is $66,504.50, slightly under the state's $67,963.50 and above the national $65,108. Employment is strong, with an unemployment rate of 1.49% compared with 1.86% in Wisconsin and 2.87% nationally.
Overall, the figures describe a county with below-average home values and rents, incomes near the state level, a low unemployment rate, and a property tax rate that is higher than both the state and national averages.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Grant
Grant County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 49,664 total parcels, with 17,554 residential and 2,191 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 91.09% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Register of Deeds holds 65,327 deeds and 58,866 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 14,518 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 49,664 |
| Residential Parcels | 17,554 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,191 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 91.09% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 65,327 |
| Mortgage Records | 58,866 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 14,518 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 329 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records document what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender to another, while a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Grant County has 100,912 assignment and release records on file. They include 6,161 assignment documents recorded from September 4, 2007, through August 21, 2025, 94,609 release documents recorded from June 17, 2001, through August 28, 2025, and 142 other documents. You can search them through the Grant County official records search.
For property research, these records show who currently holds a mortgage, how a loan moved between lenders, and whether earlier loans were satisfied. Buyers, title researchers, and owners can use them to confirm that old mortgages were released and to spot loans that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Grant County, WI Property Records
Grant County property records are maintained by the Grant County Register of Deeds in Lancaster. The office records deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and other real estate documents, and the data covers 49,664 parcels along with deed records from January 3, 2006 through August 18, 2025 and mortgage records from September 4, 2007 through August 18, 2025.
To search recorded documents online, use the Grant County official records search. You can look up documents by name, document type, or recording date and view details such as the parties, date, and document type. For office services, forms, and contact information, visit the Grant County Register of Deeds page, which also covers electronic recording.
In-person visits are welcome at 111 S. Jefferson Street, Lancaster, WI, 53813, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The office can be reached at 608-723-2727 for questions about a particular record.
When you search, have an owner name, a date range, or a document type ready. Start with the most complete details, review the matching results, and open the document that fits the property you are researching. If a record is not available online, call or stop by the office for help.
Grant Registrar of Deeds
The Grant County Probate Office is located at 111 S. Jefferson Street, Lancaster, WI, 53813 and can be reached at 608-723-2727. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through tapestry.fidlar.com or the official website co.grant.wi.gov.
Grant County Register of Deeds
Grant County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Grant County property records by address?
Grant County's online tool is the official records search, which finds recorded documents by name, type, or date. Recorded deeds include a legal description that helps tie a record to a specific address. If an address search is not turning up a match, call the Register of Deeds at 608-723-2727 for assistance.
How can I find property owners in Grant County?
Ownership is shown on recorded deeds. Use the Grant County official records search to search by name or document type and open the most recent deed for the property. The Register of Deeds at 111 S. Jefferson Street in Lancaster can also help with in-person requests on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Grant County?
In Wisconsin, assessments are completed locally by the assessor for each town, village, or city, and Grant County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Contact the clerk or assessor for your municipality for a specific value. The Wisconsin Department of Revenue offers general guidance on property assessment.
Where can I find Grant County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued by the local municipality and collected at the county level. Contact the Grant County treasurer or your town, village, or city treasurer for bills and payment history. If you are unsure which office to call, the Register of Deeds at 608-723-2727 can direct you.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Grant County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments are kept by the Grant County Register of Deeds. Search them online through the Grant County official records search, or see the Register of Deeds page for services and electronic recording. Deed records are available from January 3, 2006.
Where can I access Grant County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS layers are maintained by the county's land information staff rather than the Register of Deeds. Call the Register of Deeds at 608-723-2727 and ask for the right department. Legal descriptions in recorded deeds, found through the official records search, can help you pinpoint a parcel.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Grant County?
Zoning and building permits in Grant County are handled by county zoning staff in unincorporated areas and by the town, village, or city office within municipal limits. Contact your local municipal office before starting a project, or ask the Register of Deeds at 608-723-2727 which department to call.
How can I create a list of property owners in Grant County?
The Grant County official records search works best for individual lookups, such as reviewing recorded deeds by date. The county holds 65,327 deed records. For a larger or bulk list of owners, call the Register of Deeds at 608-723-2727 to learn what the office can provide.