Waushara County, WI Property Records
Property records in Waushara, Wisconsin, document key details about real estate within the county, including ownership history, parcel identification numbers, assessed values, tax information, legal descriptions, property boundaries, transfers, and recorded documents such as deeds or mortgages. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, researchers, and anyone needing to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm parcel details, or understand a property’s history.
Official Waushara property records can be accessed through Waushara County offices, including the Register of Deeds, Treasurer, and Land Records/GIS resources. For online access and county-provided property information, users can visit the Waushara County government’s official property records resources and navigate to the appropriate land records, tax, or register of deeds section.
Waushara County, WI Property Records & Statistics
Waushara County is a lower-cost housing market within Wisconsin. The median rent of $722 is below the state median of $814 and the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 17.42% of occupied homes, a little under the state's 18.62% and the national 21.81%, so ownership is the more common arrangement.
The median home value of $173,150 is under Wisconsin's $194,600 and just below the national median of $173,750, making the county more affordable for buyers than most of the state. Property taxes are slightly lighter than the state average: the county's median rate of 1.37% compares with 1.47% for Wisconsin, but it remains well above the national 0.74%.
Median household income is $60,269, below both the state's $67,963.50 and the national $65,108, which fits with the county's lower rents and home values. The unemployment rate of 2.12% is higher than the state's 1.86% but under the national 2.87%.
Taken together, the figures show an affordable, owner-oriented county with below-average incomes, a somewhat lighter tax rate than the state, and unemployment that sits between the state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Waushara
Waushara County's property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 31,643 total parcels, including 18,118 residential and 1,052 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 93.59% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 42,772 deeds and 21,448 mortgages, and valuation data covers 14,337 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 31,643 |
| Residential Parcels | 18,118 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,052 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 93.59% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 42,772 |
| Mortgage Records | 21,448 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 14,337 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 301 |
How to Search Waushara County, WI Property Records
Waushara County's land records are recorded and maintained by the Register of Deeds in Wautoma. The office holds deeds recorded from January 3, 2006, and mortgages from January 3, 2011, through August 2025, for a county with 31,643 parcels.
The Waushara County Register of Deeds page covers the office's services and contact information. For looking up recorded documents online, use the Waushara County records search page, the county's official access point.
To search, begin with an owner's name, a property address, or a document reference. Enter what you know, scan the results, and open the document that appears to match. Check the legal description and recording date to confirm it is the correct property, and review earlier documents to follow ownership or mortgage history.
The Register of Deeds is at 209 South Saint Marie Street, Wautoma, WI 54982, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. For help, call 920-787-0444.
Waushara Registrar of Deeds
The Waushara County Probate Office is located at 209 South Saint Marie Street, Wautoma, WI, 54982 and can be reached at 920-787-0444. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through co.waushara.wi.us or the official website co.waushara.wi.us.
Waushara County Register of Deeds
Waushara County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Waushara County property records by address?
Use the Waushara County records search page and enter the property address or owner's name. If the address brings no match, try the owner's name or a shorter address. You can also call the Register of Deeds at 920-787-0444 for help.
How can I find property owners in Waushara County?
The owner of record is listed on the most recent recorded deed. Look up the property in the records search and open the latest deed. The Register of Deeds at 209 South Saint Marie Street in Wautoma can also help in person.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Waushara County?
County assessment data reflects the 2024 assessment year and was last updated March 31, 2025. In Wisconsin, local assessors set values for each town, village, or city, so contact the municipality where the property sits. The Wisconsin Department of Revenue explains how assessments work.
Where can I find Waushara County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued by the treasurer of the local town, village, or city, with the county treasurer handling later collection. Contact the treasurer for the municipality where the property is located. If you are unsure, call the Register of Deeds at 920-787-0444 for direction.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Waushara County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Register of Deeds. Search them through the records search page or read about the office on the Register of Deeds page. It is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Waushara County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS are usually provided by a county land information or mapping office. Call the Register of Deeds at 920-787-0444 to ask which office offers them. Legal descriptions on recorded deeds help you match a document to a parcel on any map.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Waushara County?
Permits and zoning are generally handled by the town, village, or city where the property is located, and by county offices in some areas. Contact the local office before starting a project. The Register of Deeds at 920-787-0444 can help point you to the right office.
How can I create a list of property owners in Waushara County?
The records search supports individual lookups, so a list means searching each parcel and noting its owner of record. For a larger request, call the Register of Deeds at 920-787-0444 and ask about copies or bulk records. Smaller lists can start in the records search.