Manitowoc County, WI Property Records
Property records in Manitowoc, Wisconsin document key details about real estate, including parcel identification, ownership history, legal descriptions, assessed values, property taxes, land use, transfers, mortgages, and recorded deeds. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, researchers, attorneys, lenders, and real estate professionals who need to verify ownership, review tax information, confirm property boundaries, or investigate a property’s transaction history.
Official Manitowoc property information is maintained primarily by Manitowoc County offices, including land records, the Register of Deeds, and tax or assessment-related departments. Users can access recorded documents, parcel data, and related public information through the county’s official online resources, including the Manitowoc County Register of Deeds for recorded real estate documents. For assessment or tax questions within the City of Manitowoc, users may also consult the appropriate city or county assessor and treasurer offices.
Manitowoc County, WI Property Records & Statistics
Manitowoc County has a median rent of $686, well below the Wisconsin median of $814 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 16.25% of homes, lower than the state's 18.62% and the national 21.81%, so the housing market leans toward homeowners.
The median home value is $191,600, slightly under the state's $194,600 but above the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.56% is higher than both Wisconsin's 1.47% and the national 0.74%, so ownership carries a heavier tax cost than in many places.
The median household income of $77,841 is well above the state's $67,963.50 and the national $65,108, which supports the housing costs. The unemployment rate of 0.89% is far below Wisconsin's 1.86% and the national 2.87%, indicating a very strong local job market.
Taken together, the numbers describe a county with affordable rents, home values near the state level, relatively high property taxes, and incomes and employment that outperform both the state and the country.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Manitowoc
Manitowoc County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 49,783 total parcels, with tax records covering 95.94% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 67,464 deeds and 68,047 mortgages, and 27,089 properties have valuation data.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 49,783 |
| Residential Parcels | 33,085 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,373 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.94% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 67,464 |
| Mortgage Records | 68,047 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 27,089 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 4,449 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that a mortgage was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Manitowoc County has 125,478 assignment and release records available for research. They include 11,856 assignment documents and 113,468 release documents, along with 154 other documents, recorded from January 4, 2005, through August 28, 2025.
These records help show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans have been paid off. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to confirm that past mortgages were released, follow a loan as it moved between lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. They can be searched through the Manitowoc County official records search.
How to Search Manitowoc County, WI Property Records
Manitowoc County property records are maintained by the Register of Deeds, which keeps recorded documents for the county's 49,783 parcels. The office is at 1010 S 8th Street in Manitowoc and is open Monday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The phone number is 920-683-4012.
For online research, use the Manitowoc County official records search to look up recorded deeds, mortgages, and related documents. It helps confirm ownership transfers and review a property's recorded history. The Manitowoc County Register of Deeds page describes the office's services.
To record documents, the Manitowoc County real estate recording page explains recording and eRecording options.
Before searching, have the property address, owner name, or document details ready. Enter the most complete information, review the results, and open the record that matches your property. Call the office if you need help finding a document.
Manitowoc Registrar of Deeds
The Manitowoc County Probate Office is located at 1010 S 8th Street, Manitowoc, WI, 54220 and can be reached at 920-683-4012. Office hours are Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through rod.co.manitowoc.wi.us or the official website manitowoccountywi.gov.
Manitowoc County Register of Deeds
Manitowoc County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Manitowoc County property records by address?
Use the Manitowoc County official records search to find recorded documents tied to an address. If the address search doesn't return a match, try the owner name or call the Register of Deeds at 920-683-4012 for help.
How can I find property owners in Manitowoc County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds, which you can search by name or document in the Manitowoc County official records search. The county has 67,464 deed records. The Register of Deeds can also assist in person.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Manitowoc County?
Manitowoc County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on May 22, 2025. To ask about a specific property's assessed value, call the Register of Deeds at 920-683-4012 for direction to the right office.
Where can I find Manitowoc County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled by tax offices rather than the Register of Deeds. Call 920-683-4012 or visit the Manitowoc County Register of Deeds page for contact details to reach the correct office for bills and payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Manitowoc County?
Search deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and other recorded documents in the Manitowoc County official records search. To record documents, see the real estate recording page or call 920-683-4012.
Where can I access Manitowoc County parcel maps and GIS information?
Manitowoc County has 49,783 parcels. For parcel maps and GIS information, call the Register of Deeds at 920-683-4012 and ask which county office maintains the mapping tools. Staff at 1010 S 8th Street, Manitowoc, can direct you.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Manitowoc County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on the city, village, or town where the property sits, so contact that municipality first. The Register of Deeds at 920-683-4012 can point you to the correct county office for land use questions.
How can I create a list of property owners in Manitowoc County?
The county's online tools are designed for individual lookups, so a ready-made owner list is not available there. Search individual documents through the official records search. For bulk requests, call 920-683-4012.