Martin County, Minnesota Property Records

Martin County, Minnesota, incorporates 20 townships and ten cities. Property records in Martin County, MN, provide evidence of ownership used in real estate transfers, inheritance proceedings, and boundary disputes. Local authorities use these documents to assess and determine property taxes.

With the county's median household earnings of $56,335, Martin County property records show average home values around $106,570 and a median rent of $734. Regarding property taxes, the county collects 1.11% of a property's assessed fair market value on average.

In Martin County, MN, property records such as mortgages, plats, releases, liens, assignments, UCC filings, deeds, contracts, and surveys are under the custodianship of the County Recorder. This office preserves them in an archival format for public accessibility. Interested individuals can access these records by visiting the office at 201 Lake Ave, Fairmont, MN 56031.

Alternatively, individuals who prefer online access can use Tapestry. This system contains document images and indexes dating back to 1976. It enables users to search by parameters such as name, recorded date, document type/number, consideration amount, parcel number, and legal description.

Additionally, Laredo allows individuals to retrieve documents by establishing a subscription account. For subscription and account creation, contact the County Recorder's office at 507-238-3255.

For standard copies of property records, the cost is $1 per page. Attested copies cost an additional $2 per document, while certified copies have a fee of $10. For plat copies, the cost is $10 each, while the certified version incurs an additional $5 fee. Note that additional charges may apply for records sent through fax or email.

If the records need zoning verification, contact the Martin County Planning and Zoning Department at 507-238-3242. The department keeps comprehensive land-use records that delineate the designated zoning for all properties in the county. One can also contact the local zoning authority to access updated zoning records and verify regulations and guidelines that apply within their specific jurisdiction.