Olmsted County, Minnesota Public Records Directory (2024)

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This page lists public record sources in Olmsted County, Minnesota. Additional resources can be found on our Minnesota State Public Records page, on city pages, and on topic pages using the navigation above.

Olmsted County, Minnesota - General County Info

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General information about Olmsted County

Population: 133,283
Area: 653 sq. miles
County Seat: Rochester
Area Code(s): 507
Time Zone: Central
Olmsted County, Minnesota - Public Records Directory Links

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Olmsted County Court Directory

Directory of court locations in Olmsted County, Minnesota. Includes local links to searching court records, dockets, legal research, self help, and more.

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Property Search, GIS Maps and Pay Property Taxes

Search Olmsted County property tax and assessment records by address, property ID, section-township-range or through GIS maps or pay property taxes online.

Assessor and Delinquent Taxes

Olmsted County Assessment Services
151 4th St. SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Phone (507)328-7670 Fax (507)328-7964

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Most Wanted Persons

View Olmsted County Sheriff most wanted persons including photo and description.

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Recorded Document Search

Search Olmsted County recorded land records through this paid service.

Recorder

Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing
Olmsted County Government Center
151 4th St. SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Phone (507)285-7670 Fax (507)328-7964

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Olmsted County Census Information Summary

Olmsted County statistics for population, ethnicity, housing, geography and businesses. From the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Sex Offenders

Search Minnesota level 3 sex offender records by name, city or county.

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Voter and Election Information

View Olmsted County voter registration and election information including election results and polling places by cities and townships.

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Birth Records

View Olmsted County information about obtaining birth records including application form for certified and non-certified copies and fees.

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Death Certificates

View Olmsted County information about obtaining death certificates including application form for certified and non-certified copies and fees.

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Marriage Licenses

View Olmsted County information about obtaining marriage licenses including online marriage license application and fees.

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Meeting Minutes and Agendas

View Olmsted County Commission meeting minutes and agendas by date and year from 2008 to present including podcast subscription to Board meetings.

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Land Sale

View Olmsted County information about tax forfeited land sales including available properties.

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Inmate Records

Search Olmsted County jail inmate records by name includes booking date and reason for incarceration and detainee description.

Sheriff

Olmsted County Sheriff's Office
101 4th St. SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Phone (507)328-6800

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Government Jobs

View information about Olmsted County government jobs including current openings, promotional opportunities and employment application.

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Offender Search

Search Minnesota inmate and offender records through the Department of Corrections by name birth date or offender id.

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Marriage Records Search

Search Minnesota marriage records by county, name or date range for most Minnesota counties.

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Plats and Surveys

View Olmsted County plat maps, survey data maps, and right of way maps.

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GIS Maps

View Olmsted County GIS maps including property information, election information, zoning information, school district information and emergency services maps.

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Marriage Records

View Olmsted County information about obtaining marriage certificates in person or by mail including fees.

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Election Results

Search Minnesota election results by year and type of election.

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Bids

View Olmsted County bids and bid opportunities including Department of Public Works bid projects.

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Sheriff Activity Logs

View Olmsted County Sheriff daily activity logs includes date, time, incident, address and type of call.

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Warrants

View Olmsted County Sheriff active warrants by name, date of birth and warrant number.

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Jail and Inmate Records

Search Olmsted County jail and inmate records through Vinelink by offender ID or name.

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Foreclosure Properties

Search Olmsted County tax foreclosure properties by year, property ID, city, zip code, transfer date, grantor or grantee.

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Department Directory

View Olmsted County department and phone directory including email link.

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Ordinances

View Olmsted County ordinances and codes.

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Property Reports

View Olmsted County property value comparisons by year, new construction summaries by year, tax parcel counts by township and city.

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Genealogy Records Search

Search Olmsted County genealogy records such as cemeteries, census records, death records, obituaries, maps, and more.

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Olmsted County, Minnesota Public Records Directory (2024)

FAQs

How can I find out who owns a property in Minnesota? ›

Parcel boundary data, maps and ownership records are maintained at the county level, usually by the recorder's, assessor's or land surveyor's offices. Many Minnesota counties keep records in digital format and provide parcel information websites for use by the general public.

What county is Rochester, MN? ›

Rochester is the county seat of Olmsted county and is the third-largest city in Minnesota.

How do I find the owner of a specific property? ›

9 Ways To Find Out Who Owns A Property You Want
  1. Visit The Local Assessor's Office. ...
  2. Check With The County Recorder. ...
  3. Ask A Title Company. ...
  4. Talk With A Real Estate Agent. ...
  5. Contact A Real Estate Attorney. ...
  6. Search The Internet. ...
  7. Visit Your Local Library. ...
  8. Knock On The Door.
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Who owns the house next to me? ›

1. Check Your Local Assessor's Office. On your local tax assessor's official website, you may be able to look up property tax records and find the property owner by their address. You can learn who owns the home as well as how much property tax they pay.

What is the only county in Minnesota without a lake? ›

That is why the Red River Valley and the Minnesota River Valley are so productive for farming. There are only four counties in Minnesota with no natural lakes: Mower, Olmsted, Pipestone, and Rock.

What is Olmsted County known for? ›

Mayo Clinic and other large corporations and small businesses call Olmsted County home. Our community is innovative, diverse, and growing.

Why is Rochester, Minnesota famous? ›

Rochester's world-famous medical center, the Mayo Clinic, may be the reason most people know this city in southern Minnesota. But it's also home to wonderful shopping, museums and breweries.

How do I look up property taxes in Minnesota? ›

Looking for your property tax statement? You can get a copy of your property tax statement from the county website or county treasurer where the property is located. For websites and contact information, visit County Websites on Minnesota.gov.

How do I get a copy of my property deed in Minnesota? ›

If the deed is ever lost or misplaced, you can obtain a copy of the deed from the county recorder's office. If only a copy of the deed is needed, the county will charge you for the cost of the copy—usually about $1 per page.

What is property classification in MN? ›

Classifications — such as homestead, rural vacant land, commercial, and agricultural — describe a property's primary use and impact the amount of property tax paid. The Minnesota State Legislature creates and defines class rates, and a property is taxed at the rate corresponding to its class.

What is the history of Minnesota land? ›

Minnesota was claimed first by France in 1671, briefly ceded to Spain in 1762 and then to England in 1763. The U.S. received it in 1783/4 and it was under 9 different territorial or government subdivisions before it became it's own territory in 1849. It became the 32nd state in 1858.

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