Bloomington Property Tax Records

Bloomington property tax records are handled by Hennepin County, which manages assessment, billing, and collection for all properties in the city. The City of Bloomington Finance Department oversees local city finances, but the county is where you search for property tax data, pay your taxes, and apply for homestead status. This page covers how to find Bloomington property tax records, which offices to contact, how payments are scheduled, and how to challenge an assessment you believe is wrong.

How Bloomington Property Taxes Work

Bloomington sits in Hennepin County, and property taxes here follow Minnesota's statewide framework. Hennepin County assesses all real property in Bloomington as of January 2 each year under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 273. The county sets the estimated market value for each parcel, and that figure drives the tax calculation for the following year. Tax statements go out by March 31 under Chapter 276.

Taxes are split into two equal payments. First half is due May 15. Second half is due October 15. If your total bill is $100 or less, you can pay the full amount by May 15. Late payments carry interest and penalties under Chapter 279. The city of Bloomington sets its own levy each fall, which combines with levies from Hennepin County, school districts, and other taxing districts to produce your total bill.

Truth in Taxation hearings happen in the fall each year under Chapter 275. These meetings let residents see proposed budget changes and how they affect tax levels before the final levy is set. The Bloomington Finance Department page at bloomingtonmn.gov/departments/finance covers local city budget and finance questions.

Note: All property tax billing and collection for Bloomington is done by Hennepin County, not the city itself.

Search Bloomington Property Tax Records Online

Hennepin County's online property information portal is the primary tool for searching Bloomington property tax records. You can search by address, owner name, or parcel ID number to find assessed values, tax history, property details, and ownership data. The portal is free to use and available at hennepin.us/residents/property/property-information-search. You can also call the county at (612) 348-3011 for help with a specific parcel.

The Minnesota Department of Revenue's interactive property tax data tool lets you view levy rates and assessed value trends across the state. Bloomington data is included. That tool is at revenue.state.mn.us/interactive-property-tax-data. The screenshot below is from the DOR's main property tax page, which covers statewide resources.

The Minnesota DOR at revenue.state.mn.us provides statewide property tax data, Form M1PR for refunds, and guidance relevant to Bloomington property owners.

For assessment-specific information, the Hennepin County assessment page is at hennepin.us/residents/property/assessment. Call (612) 348-7050 with assessment questions. The main property tax page covering due dates and payment is at hennepin.us/residents/property/property-taxes.

Hennepin County Assessment for Bloomington

Hennepin County assessors handle all property valuation in Bloomington. Every parcel gets a new estimated market value each year as of January 2. Assessors look at recent sales of comparable properties, property condition, size, and location when setting values. Under MN Statutes Chapter 273, property must be valued at 100 percent of full market value unless a classification reduces the taxable portion.

Each year the county mails a Notice of Valuation and Classification to Bloomington property owners. The notice shows your estimated market value and your property class. If you think either is wrong, contact the Hennepin County assessor's office first. The assessor can review the record and explain how the value was reached. This informal review is the fastest way to fix an error.

Paying Bloomington Property Taxes

Hennepin County sends tax statements and collects payment for all Bloomington properties. Statements are mailed by March 31. First half is due May 15. Second half is due October 15. Interest starts immediately on late payments. You can pay online, by mail, or in person at the Hennepin County Government Center at 300 South Sixth Street in Minneapolis. The county payment portal is at hennepin.us/property-tax/pay-property-taxes.

Online payments can be made by e-check or credit card. Keep your parcel ID number ready for any payment transaction. You can find that number on your tax statement or through the county's online property search. The DOR data tool screenshot below provides context on how Bloomington's county levy compares to other parts of the state.

The interactive data tool at revenue.state.mn.us/interactive-property-tax-data shows levy rates, assessed values, and tax trends across Minnesota, including Hennepin County data for Bloomington properties.

Homestead Status for Bloomington Properties

Homestead classification reduces the class rate on your property, which lowers the amount of tax you owe. To qualify in Bloomington, you must own and occupy the property as your primary home. You must be living there by December 1 and file the application by December 31. Applications go through Hennepin County at hennepin.us/residents/property/homestead.

The county will ask for your Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number to confirm that the property is your main home. Once approved, homestead status remains active year to year unless ownership changes or you move. Under MN Statutes Chapter 273, homestead residential property receives a lower class rate than non-homestead property. For most Bloomington homeowners, this means a real reduction in the annual tax bill.

If your income is modest, you may also qualify for the Minnesota Property Tax Refund through Form M1PR. This credit is available from the Minnesota Department of Revenue at revenue.state.mn.us and applies to both owners and renters.

Hennepin County Property Tax Records

Bloomington is in Hennepin County, which is Minnesota's most populous county. The county manages all property tax records for Bloomington parcels. For a full look at county assessor services, search portals, homestead procedures, and more, see the Hennepin County page.

Visit the Hennepin County property tax records page for county-wide resources and procedures.

Appealing Your Bloomington Property Assessment

Bloomington property owners who disagree with their assessed value have several options. Start by calling Hennepin County Assessment at (612) 348-7050 and asking for a review. If the informal review does not resolve your concern, you can appear before the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization in the spring under Chapter 274.

From there, you can escalate to the Hennepin County Board of Appeal and Equalization. If you are still not satisfied, you can file a petition with the Minnesota Tax Court under Chapter 278. The Tax Court handles property tax cases statewide and can be reached at (651) 539-3260. The filing deadline is April 30 of the year the taxes are payable. File before that date or you lose the right to contest that assessment year.

Nearby Qualifying Cities

These cities near Bloomington each have their own property tax records pages.