Monroe County, WI Property Records
Property records in Monroe, Wisconsin document key details about real estate within the city, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property taxes, sales history, land use, and recorded documents such as deeds or mortgages. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, real estate professionals, attorneys, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, evaluate property value, or confirm a parcel’s legal history.
Because Monroe is located in Green County, official property information is maintained through county offices such as Land Records, the Treasurer, and the Register of Deeds, with assessment-related information also tied to local municipal records. Users can access official Monroe property records through Green County’s online land records resources and related county office pages, including the county’s official property records search.
Monroe County, WI Property Records & Statistics
Monroe County has a median rent of $827, slightly above the Wisconsin median of $814 and just under the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 20.32% of occupied homes, higher than the state's 18.62% but below the national 21.81%, so most households own, with a modest rental segment.
The median home value is $188,100, a bit below the state median of $194,600 and above the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 1.42% is just under Wisconsin's 1.47%, though it is well above the national 0.74%, which means taxes are a meaningful part of ownership costs here, as they are across the state.
Median household income is $67,632, slightly below the state's $67,963.50 and above the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.48% is lower than both the state's 1.86% and the national 2.87%.
Together, the figures point to a steady, affordable county where home values and incomes track the state closely, employment is strong, and rents sit near the state and national medians.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Monroe
Monroe County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 38,936 total parcels, including 16,683 residential and 1,596 commercial parcels, along with 43,287 deed records and 38,291 mortgage records. Foreclosures follow a judicial process, with records from September 27, 2016.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 38,936 |
| Residential Parcels | 16,683 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,596 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 86.72% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 43,287 |
| Mortgage Records | 38,291 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 14,971 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 283 |
How to Search Monroe County, WI Property Records
Recorded real estate documents in Monroe County are maintained by the Monroe County Register of Deeds, at 202 South K. Street, Sparta, WI, 54656. The county has 38,936 parcels, with deed records from January 3, 2006 and mortgage records from August 2, 2010 through August 28, 2025.
Start with the Monroe County Register of Deeds website for office information, forms, and recording requirements. To look up deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments, use the Monroe County official records search. Anyone submitting documents electronically can find instructions on the Monroe County eRecording page.
To search, open the records portal and enter an owner name, document type, or recording date range. Review the list of results, open the record that matches your property, and note the document number and recording date for follow-up requests.
The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. For help finding a record that does not appear online, call 608-269-8716.
Monroe Registrar of Deeds
The Monroe County Probate Office is located at 202 South K. Street, Sparta, WI, 54656 and can be reached at 608-269-8716. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through tapestry.fidlar.com or the official website co.monroe.wi.us.
Monroe County Register of Deeds
Monroe County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Monroe County property records by address?
The recorded-document side of an address search runs through the Monroe County records search, where you can find deeds and mortgages once you know an owner name or earlier document. For help matching an address to a parcel, call the Monroe County Register of Deeds at 608-269-8716.
How can I find property owners in Monroe County?
Owner names appear on recorded deeds. Search the Monroe County records search by name or date range to see who holds title and when a transfer was recorded. The county has 43,287 deed records, and the Monroe County Register of Deeds can assist with searches at 608-269-8716.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Monroe County?
Assessed values come from municipal assessment rolls, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year across 38,936 parcels. For the value of a specific property, contact the assessor for the town, village, or city where it is located.
Where can I find Monroe County property tax bills and payment records?
Wisconsin property tax bills are issued and collected locally, so contact the treasurer for the town, village, or city where the property sits for bills and payment history. The Register of Deeds does not collect taxes but can provide the recorded documents that determine ownership.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Monroe County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Monroe County Register of Deeds. Search them through the Monroe County records search, or visit 202 South K. Street, Sparta, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, or call 608-269-8716.
Where can I access Monroe County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are not part of the Register of Deeds' online records. For GIS and parcel boundary information, ask the county's land information staff or the local municipality. The Monroe County Register of Deeds can provide recorded plats and legal descriptions that help locate a parcel.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Monroe County?
Permits and zoning are administered locally, by the town, village, or city where the property is located, and by county zoning staff in unincorporated areas. Contact the relevant planning or building office to confirm permit history and the zoning classification of a parcel.
How can I create a list of property owners in Monroe County?
The county's tools are built for one-property lookups, so there is no ready-made owner list. For larger requests, call the Monroe County Register of Deeds at 608-269-8716 to ask what recorded data can be provided, or browse deed filings through the Monroe County records search for the area you are studying.