Iron County, WI Property Records
Property records in Iron, Wisconsin document land and real estate ownership within Iron County. These records typically include deeds, mortgages, plats, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessment details, tax information, and recorded transfers. They are useful for confirming ownership, researching property history, preparing for a purchase or sale, checking tax obligations, resolving boundary questions, and supporting legal or financial due diligence.
Official Iron property records are maintained by county offices such as the Register of Deeds, Treasurer, Land Information/GIS, and local assessor offices, depending on the type of record needed. Users can start with the Iron County Register of Deeds for recorded documents and related land record information, or contact the appropriate county department for tax, parcel, or assessment records.
Iron County, WI Property Records & Statistics
Iron County has some of the lowest housing costs in Wisconsin. The median rent is $677.50, well under the state median of $814 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 17.61% of occupied homes, below the state share of 18.62% and the national share of 21.81%, so ownership dominates the local market.
The median home value is just $104,500, far below the Wisconsin median of $194,600 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.19% is lower than the state's 1.47%, though still higher than the national rate of 0.74%. Buyers face low prices and a lighter tax rate than in most of Wisconsin.
Incomes are more modest. The median household income of $56,146 is below both the state figure of $67,963.50 and the national figure of $65,108, which helps explain the lower home values and rents. The unemployment rate is 2.04%, a little above Wisconsin's 1.86% but lower than the national 2.87%.
In summary, Iron County is a low-cost market, with inexpensive homes, below-average rents and taxes by state standards, lower incomes than the state and nation, and unemployment that sits between the state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Iron
Iron County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 16,758 total parcels, including 8,312 residential and 550 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 77.99% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Register of Deeds holds 18,931 deeds and 8,042 mortgages, with valuation data for 4,898 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 16,758 |
| Residential Parcels | 8,312 |
| Commercial Parcels | 550 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 77.99% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 18,931 |
| Mortgage Records | 8,042 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,898 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 57 |
How to Search Iron County, WI Property Records
Iron County property records are held by the Iron County Register of Deeds in Hurley. The office records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents, and the data covers 16,758 parcels, with deed and mortgage records recorded from January 3, 2006 through August 21, 2025.
The main online tool is the Iron County land records search, which lets you look up recorded documents by name, document type, or date and view their details. For information about the office, its services, and electronic recording, visit the Iron County Register of Deeds page.
In-person visits go to 300 Taconite St, Hurley, WI, 54534. Hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and Friday from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM. To ask a question about a record, call 715-561-2945.
To search effectively, have an owner name, a date range, or the document type ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review what comes back, and open the filing that matches the property. If you cannot find a document online, the office can help.
Iron Registrar of Deeds
The Iron County Probate Office is located at 300 Taconite St, Hurley, WI, 54534 and can be reached at 715-561-2945. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Friday 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Records can be accessed through records.ironcountywi.org or the official website co.iron.wi.gov.
Iron County Register of Deeds
Iron County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Iron County property records by address?
Use the Iron County land records search to find recorded documents connected to a property. Deeds include legal descriptions that tie them to a location. If an address search does not return a match, call the Register of Deeds at 715-561-2945 for help finding the right record.
How can I find property owners in Iron County?
Owner names are listed on recorded deeds. Search the Iron County land records search by name or document type and open the latest deed for the parcel. You can also visit the Register of Deeds at 300 Taconite St in Hurley during business hours.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Iron County?
Assessed values are set by the local assessor for each town, village, or city, and Iron County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Contact your municipal clerk or assessor for a particular property. The Wisconsin Department of Revenue has general information on assessments.
Where can I find Iron County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued by the local municipality and collected through the county. Contact the Iron County treasurer or your town, village, or city treasurer for bills and payment history. The Register of Deeds at 715-561-2945 can direct you if you are unsure which office to call.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Iron County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments are kept by the Iron County Register of Deeds. Search them in the Iron County land records search, or see the Register of Deeds page for services and electronic recording. Records begin January 3, 2006.
Where can I access Iron County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel mapping and GIS data are generally maintained by the county's land information or mapping staff. Call the Register of Deeds at 715-561-2945 and ask who provides parcel maps. Legal descriptions on deeds in the land records search can help you identify where a parcel sits.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Iron County?
Zoning and permits are handled by county zoning staff in unincorporated areas and by the city, town, or village inside municipal limits. Contact the municipal office for the property before starting work, or call the Register of Deeds at 715-561-2945 to be pointed to the right department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Iron County?
The Iron County land records search is built for individual lookups, such as reviewing recorded deeds by date. The county holds 18,931 deed records. If you need a larger list of owners, call the Register of Deeds at 715-561-2945 to ask what the office can supply.