Carver Property Records

Carver County, Minnesota, comprises 11 cities and ten townships. In Carver County, MN, property records contain legal descriptions, purchase prices, and ownership histories, which are vital for verifying the titles and boundaries of all real property in the county.

According to the latest Carver County property records, the average home value stands at $312,450, with a median monthly rent of $1,151 and a median household income of $100,387. The data further reveal that the county imposes 1.11% of a property's value as property tax.

The Land Records Department oversees property records in Carver County, MN, maintaining a comprehensive repository of deeds, mortgages, plats, lot splits, and land transfers dating back to 1988. These records are meticulously indexed by book and page, recording date, document number, legal description, name, and Torrens certificate.

Access to records post-1988 is facilitated through the computer-based LandShark index, which allows users to search and print documents. However, an account is needed to use this system, and viewing fees apply.

The office also offers a research room with computers and printers. This room is ideal for researching land documents, especially those recorded before 1988, as it gives access to reception and tract index books.

The fees for obtaining property records in Carver County vary depending on the type of copy and document needed. A certified copy costs a flat fee of $10 per document, while a regular copy is $1 per page. A copy of an official plat costs $10, with an extra $5 for additional certification.

For verifying zoning information in Carver County, individuals can contact the Land Management Department, which is responsible for zoning, subdivisions, and building code administration across all ten townships. For properties within the eleven cities, contacting their respective planning and zoning officials for specific information is advisable.