Kenosha County, WI Property Records
Property records in Kenosha, Wisconsin document important details about real estate, including ownership, assessed values, property descriptions, tax information, parcel numbers, sales history, and recorded documents such as deeds or mortgages. These records are useful for homebuyers, property owners, researchers, attorneys, and businesses seeking to verify ownership, review tax obligations, evaluate property history, or support real estate transactions.
Official Kenosha property records are maintained through local government offices, including Kenosha County and related municipal assessment or land records departments. Users can access online tools and official resources through the county’s Kenosha property records portal, where parcel and property information may be searched by address, owner name, or parcel number. For recorded legal documents, users may also need to consult the Kenosha County Register of Deeds.
Kenosha County, WI Property Records & Statistics
Kenosha County has one of the costliest housing markets among Wisconsin counties. The median rent is $1,098.50, far above the state median of $814 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 21.49% of occupied homes, above the state share of 18.62% and close to the national share of 21.81%, reflecting a sizable rental market.
The median home value is $256,600, much higher than the Wisconsin median of $194,600 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.7% is above the state's 1.47% and more than double the national rate of 0.74%. Higher values combined with a higher rate result in large annual tax bills for owners.
Incomes are higher as well. The median household income of $87,281 is well above the state's $67,963.50 and the national $65,108, which helps offset the cost of housing. Unemployment is the main weakness: the rate of 3.81% is about double Wisconsin's 1.86% and above the national rate of 2.87%.
Overall, Kenosha County combines expensive homes and rents, high incomes, a sizable rental share, property taxes above state and national averages, and unemployment that is well above both comparison levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Kenosha
Kenosha County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 67,335 total parcels, including 58,397 residential and 3,756 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.1% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 129,959 deeds and 82,893 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 53,070 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 67,335 |
| Residential Parcels | 58,397 |
| Commercial Parcels | 3,756 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.1% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 129,959 |
| Mortgage Records | 82,893 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 53,070 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 35,882 |
How to Search Kenosha County, WI Property Records
Kenosha County property records are kept by the Kenosha County Register of Deeds, which records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. The data covers 67,335 parcels and includes 129,959 deed records and 82,893 mortgage records recorded from January 1, 1989 through August 25, 2025, offering decades of ownership and lending history.
To look up recorded documents online, use the Kenosha County real estate records search. Search by name, document type, or date and open a result to see its details. The Kenosha County Register of Deeds page explains the office's services, while the Kenosha County forms page lists forms and the Kenosha County eRecording information covers electronic filing.
The office is at 1010 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 262-653-2444 for questions about a record.
To search, start with an owner name, a date range, or a document type. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that fits your property.
Kenosha Registrar of Deeds
The Kenosha County Probate Office is located at 1010 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140 and can be reached at 262-653-2444. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through realestate.kenoshacountywi.gov or the official website kenoshacounty.org.
Kenosha County Register of Deeds
Kenosha County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Kenosha County property records by address?
Use the Kenosha County real estate records search to find recorded documents connected to a property. Deeds contain legal descriptions that help confirm a location. If an address does not return a match, call the Register of Deeds at 262-653-2444 for suggestions.
How can I find property owners in Kenosha County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the Kenosha County records search by name or document type and open the most recent deed for the parcel. The Register of Deeds at 1010 56th Street in Kenosha can also help in person on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Kenosha County?
Assessed values are set by the local assessor for each town, village, or city, and Kenosha County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Contact your municipal clerk or assessor for a specific property. The Wisconsin Department of Revenue offers general information on assessments.
Where can I find Kenosha County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the local municipality and collected through the county. Contact the Kenosha County treasurer or the treasurer for your city, village, or town for bills and payment history. If you are not sure where to start, the Register of Deeds at 262-653-2444 can point you in the right direction.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Kenosha County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments are kept by the Kenosha County Register of Deeds. Search them in the Kenosha County records search, or see the Register of Deeds page for services. The county holds 129,959 deed records going back to January 1, 1989.
Where can I access Kenosha County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS data are generally maintained by county land information staff rather than the Register of Deeds. Call 262-653-2444 and ask to be directed to the right department. Legal descriptions on deeds from the records search help identify a parcel's location.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Kenosha County?
Zoning and building permits are handled by county staff in unincorporated areas and by the city, village, or town inside municipal limits. Contact the municipality where the property is located before starting work, or call the Register of Deeds at 262-653-2444 for direction.
How can I create a list of property owners in Kenosha County?
The Kenosha County records search supports individual lookups, such as reviewing recorded deeds by date, across 129,959 deed records. For a larger or bulk list of property owners, call the Register of Deeds at 262-653-2444 to ask what is available. Forms are on the county forms page.