Vilas County, WI Property Records
Property records in Vilas, Wisconsin, document important details about real estate, including parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property tax information, sales history, recorded deeds, plats, and other land-related filings. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching a property’s history, estimating tax obligations, preparing for a sale or purchase, and conducting due diligence before building or transferring property.
For properties in the Town of Vilas, official records are generally maintained at the county level through Langlade County offices, such as the Register of Deeds, Treasurer, and land records departments. Users can access authoritative information through the county’s official property records resources or by contacting the appropriate county office for recorded documents, tax data, and parcel information.
Vilas County, WI Property Records & Statistics
Vilas County stands out in Wisconsin for its high home values and low property tax rate. The median home value is $246,800, well above the state figure of $194,600 and the national median of $173,750. Yet the county's median property tax rate of 0.8% is far below Wisconsin's 1.47% and only slightly above the national 0.74%, which softens the cost of owning a home.
Median rent is $880.50, higher than the state's $814 and the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is just 14.61% of occupied homes, compared with 18.62% statewide and 21.81% nationally, so rentals are scarce and owner-occupied housing dominates the market.
The median household income of $67,362.50 is a little below Wisconsin's $67,963.50 but above the national $65,108. That means typical incomes are in line with the state while home prices run much higher, which can make buying a stretch for local earners. The unemployment rate of 1.99% is slightly above the state's 1.86% and well below the national 2.87%.
The overall picture is a high-value, ownership-heavy county with light property taxes, relatively expensive rentals, and moderate incomes and employment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Vilas
Vilas County's property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 47,742 total parcels, including 37,723 residential and 1,510 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 74.63% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 65,929 deeds and 24,513 mortgages, with valuation data for 21,370 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 47,742 |
| Residential Parcels | 37,723 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,510 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 74.63% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 65,929 |
| Mortgage Records | 24,513 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 21,370 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 17, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 217 |
How to Search Vilas County, WI Property Records
Vilas County property documents are recorded and kept by the Register of Deeds in Eagle River. Its records reflect a county of 47,742 parcels, with deeds recorded from January 3, 2006, and mortgages from January 3, 2011, through August 25, 2025.
The Vilas County Register of Deeds page explains the office's services, including electronic recording. To look up recorded deeds, mortgages, and other filings, use the Vilas County official records search.
Searching is simplest when you know the owner's name, but a property address or other details can also work. Enter what you have, scan the results, and open the document that matches. Check the legal description and recording date to confirm it is the correct property, and look at earlier documents to follow the chain of ownership.
The office is at 330 Court Street, Eagle River, WI 54521, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 715-479-3660 if you need help locating a record or have questions about recording.
Vilas Registrar of Deeds
The Vilas County Probate Office is located at 330 Court Street, Eagle River, WI, 54521 and can be reached at 715-479-3660. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through landshark.vilascountywi.gov or the official website vilascountywi.gov.
Vilas County Register of Deeds
Vilas County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Vilas County property records by address?
Use the Vilas County official records search and enter the address if the search accepts it. When an address returns nothing, search by owner name instead. Staff at the Register of Deeds can assist at 715-479-3660 on weekdays.
How can I find property owners in Vilas County?
The latest recorded deed identifies the owner of record. Look up the property or a former owner in the official records search, then open the most recent deed. You may also visit the Register of Deeds at 330 Court Street, Eagle River.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Vilas County?
The county's assessment data covers the 2024 assessment year, last updated February 17, 2025. In Wisconsin, values are set by the assessor for the town, village, or city where the property is located, so contact that municipality. The Wisconsin Department of Revenue also explains property assessment.
Where can I find Vilas County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills come from the treasurer of the local town, village, or city, and the county treasurer handles collection later. Contact the treasurer for the municipality where the property is located. If you are unsure, call the Register of Deeds at 715-479-3660 for guidance on which office to contact.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Vilas County?
The Register of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Search them in the official records search or read about services, including eRecording, on the Register of Deeds page.
Where can I access Vilas County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS are generally provided by a county land information office rather than the Register of Deeds. Call 715-479-3660 to ask which office offers them. Legal descriptions in recorded deeds can help you match a record to a parcel on any map.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Vilas County?
Permits and zoning rules are typically set by the town, village, or city and, in some areas, the county. Contact the local office where the property sits before you build or change use. The Register of Deeds at 715-479-3660 can help direct you if you are unsure which office to call.
How can I create a list of property owners in Vilas County?
The records search works best one property or name at a time, so a list means searching each parcel and noting its owner. For a larger request, call the Register of Deeds at 715-479-3660 to ask what copies or bulk records are available. Small lists can start in the official records search.