Polk County, Wisconsin, houses two cities, 24 towns, and ten villages. In Polk County, WI, property records provide a comprehensive overview of real estate ownership, valuation, and tax status, which is crucial for assessing property taxes and offering transparency to the public.

An overview of the Polk County real estate market, based on property records, reveals a median home value of $216,146 along with a median rent of $880 per month. Households in the county earn median salaries of $71,651 and pay median property taxes at a rate of 1.32% of assessed property values.

Property records in Polk County, WI, are handled by the  Register of Deeds. The Register thoroughly records and maintains various land record documents such as deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, survey maps, liens, and plats. These documents are indexed by party name, legal description, recording date range, and document type to facilitate efficient retrieval.

For those who prefer remote access, the  Laredo service provides a subscription-based option, which necessitates an agreement with the Register of Deeds. In contrast,  Tapestry offers a fee-based service that enables users to acquire copies of records verified since 1995.

Additionally, the Register of Deeds office at Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI, is open for individuals who prefer to conduct their research in person.

When obtaining copies of Polk County property records, fees include $2 for the first page and $1 for each additional page, while an extra $1 is charged for certified copies. For documents that need to be faxed, contact the Register of Deeds at (715) 485-9240 for the exact cost.

For property zoning-related inquiries in Polk County's unincorporated areas, contact the  Division of Zoning at (715) 485-9279. For incorporated areas, individuals should consult the  County Zoning Map to identify the responsible municipality and then contact the appropriate planning or zoning office for further information.