Pierce County, WI Property Records
Pierce, Wisconsin, property records provide official information about real estate within Pierce County, including ownership details, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax history, legal descriptions, recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, and other land-related documents. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, title companies, researchers, and residents who need to verify ownership, review property taxes, confirm parcel information, or research land history.
Users can access official Pierce property records through Pierce County government offices, including the Register of Deeds, Treasurer, and Land Management or GIS resources. Online tools and contact information are available through the county’s official website, including its Pierce property records resources.
Pierce County, WI Property Records & Statistics
Pierce County has a median rent of $944.50, above the Wisconsin median of $814 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 19.27% of occupied homes, slightly above the state's 18.62% and below the national 21.81%, so ownership is the norm.
The median home value is $259,600, well above the state median of $194,600 and the national $173,750, reflecting demand from commuters to the Twin Cities area. The median property tax rate of 1.58% is higher than Wisconsin's 1.47% and more than double the national 0.74%, which adds to ownership costs on pricier homes.
Median household income is $84,305, far above the state's $67,963.50 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.81% is just below the state's 1.86% and well under the national 2.87%.
Overall, the data shows a high-income, higher-cost county with strong employment, where homes and rents are above the state level and property taxes are somewhat heavier.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Pierce
Pierce County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 27,137 total parcels, including 14,710 residential and 1,194 commercial parcels, with 92.66% tax record coverage, 44,576 deed records, and 29,581 mortgage records. Foreclosures follow a judicial process, with 1,656 notice of sale records.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 27,137 |
| Residential Parcels | 14,710 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,194 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.66% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 44,576 |
| Mortgage Records | 29,581 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 14,405 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 1,656 |
How to Search Pierce County, WI Property Records
Recorded property documents in Pierce County are kept by the Pierce County Register of Deeds, at 414 W Main Street, Ellsworth, WI, 54011. The county has 27,137 parcels, with deeds recorded from April 6, 2001 and mortgages from July 1, 2008 through August 27, 2025.
The Pierce County Register of Deeds page gives office details and services. To look up deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments, use the Pierce County official records search. Recording forms are on the Pierce County documents and forms page, and electronic recording details are on the Pierce County real estate records page.
To search, open the records portal and enter an owner name, document type, or date range. Review the results, open the record that matches your property, and note the document number and recording date.
The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 715-273-6748 for help.
Pierce Registrar of Deeds
The Pierce County Probate Office is located at 414 W Main Street, Ellsworth, WI, 54011 and can be reached at 715-273-6748. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through tapestry.fidlar.com or the official website co.pierce.wi.us.
Pierce County Register of Deeds
Pierce County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Pierce County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be searched through the Pierce County records search, which helps you find deeds and mortgages once you know an owner name or earlier document. To match an address to a parcel, call the Pierce County Register of Deeds at 715-273-6748.
How can I find property owners in Pierce County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the Pierce County records search by name or date range to see who holds title and when a transfer was recorded. The county has 44,576 deed records, and the Pierce County Register of Deeds can help at 715-273-6748.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Pierce County?
Assessed values are set locally and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year across 27,137 parcels. For the value of a specific property, contact the assessor for the city, village, or town where it is located.
Where can I find Pierce County property tax bills and payment records?
Wisconsin property tax bills are issued and collected locally, so contact the treasurer for the city, village, or town where the property sits for bills and payment history. The Register of Deeds does not collect taxes but holds deeds that show ownership.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Pierce County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Pierce County Register of Deeds at 414 W Main Street, Ellsworth. Search them through the Pierce County records search, or use the Pierce County documents and forms page for recording requirements.
Where can I access Pierce County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are not part of the Register of Deeds' online records. For GIS and parcel boundaries, ask county land information staff or the local municipality. The Pierce County Register of Deeds can provide recorded plats and legal descriptions that help identify a parcel.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Pierce County?
Permits and zoning are handled by the city, village, or town where the property is located, with county staff covering unincorporated areas. Contact the relevant building or zoning office to confirm permits, zoning district, and restrictions for a parcel.
How can I create a list of property owners in Pierce County?
There is no ready-made owner list online, since the tools are built for single-property lookups. For a larger request, call the Pierce County Register of Deeds at 715-273-6748 to ask what recorded data is available, or review deed filings through the Pierce County records search.