Access Woodbury Property Tax Records

Woodbury property tax records are managed by Washington County, which handles property assessment, tax billing, and collection for all properties in the city. The City of Woodbury's Finance Division manages local city finances including certain special taxes, but property tax records and parcel data run through county offices. This page covers how to search Woodbury property tax records online, how to reach the assessor, how payments work, and what to do if you want to challenge your assessed value.

How Woodbury Property Taxes Work

Property taxes in Woodbury follow Minnesota's statewide structure. Washington County assesses all real property in Woodbury as of January 2 each year under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 273. The county sets an estimated market value for each parcel, and that figure is the basis for calculating the tax due the following year. Tax statements are mailed to property owners by March 31 under Chapter 276.

Payment is due in two halves. First half is due May 15. Second half is due October 15. If your total bill is $100 or less, you can pay it all by May 15. Late payments begin to accrue interest under Chapter 279. The City of Woodbury sets its own levy each fall, which combines with Washington County's levy, the local school district, and other taxing districts to form your total annual bill. Truth in Taxation hearings under Chapter 275 are held in the fall before levies are finalized.

Woodbury also has some local taxes that affect certain transactions. The city collects a 0.5 percent Sales Tax, a 0.5 percent Use Tax, and a 3 percent Lodging Tax. These do not appear on your property tax statement but are managed by the Woodbury Finance Division at woodburymn.gov/finance, reachable at (952) 458-2490. Your property tax bill is a separate matter handled entirely by Washington County.

Search Woodbury Property Tax Records Online

Washington County uses the Minnesota Assessors portal for online property searches. You can search Woodbury parcels by address, owner name, or parcel ID number to find assessed values, tax history, and property details. The county assessor portal is at washington.minnesotaassessors.com. You can reach the assessor's office at (651) 430-6175. For parcel-level searching by address, use the direct search page at washington.minnesotaassessors.com/search.php.

The screenshot below is from the Washington County Assessor portal, which is the main tool for searching Woodbury property tax records online.

The Washington County Assessor portal at washington.minnesotaassessors.com lets you look up Woodbury parcels by address or parcel ID to find assessed values and property data.

For property tax billing and payment information, Washington County's property tax page is at co.washington.mn.us/432/Property-Tax-Information. That page covers due dates, payment options, and access to current and past tax statements. The screenshot below shows the Woodbury Finance Division page, which covers local taxes and city financial services.

The City of Woodbury Finance Division at woodburymn.gov/finance manages local taxes and can answer city-specific finance questions for Woodbury property owners.

Washington County Assessor for Woodbury

Washington County assessors value all Woodbury properties each year as of January 2. They review recent comparable sales, property characteristics, and market conditions to set estimated market values. Under MN Statutes Chapter 273, all property must be assessed at 100 percent of full market value unless a classification reduces the taxable portion. Residential homestead, non-homestead residential, commercial, and other classes each carry different rates.

Each year the county mails a Notice of Valuation and Classification showing your estimated market value and property class. If you think either figure is wrong, start by contacting the Washington County assessor at (651) 430-6175. The assessor's office can explain how your value was determined and whether a correction is warranted before you pursue a formal appeal.

Paying Woodbury Property Taxes

Washington County collects all property taxes for Woodbury parcels. Tax statements go out by March 31. First half is due May 15. Second half is due October 15. If you miss a due date, interest accrues under Chapter 279. Payment options including online, mail, and in-person are listed on the county's property tax information page at co.washington.mn.us/432/Property-Tax-Information.

Keep your parcel ID number ready when making payments. You can find it on your tax statement or through the assessor portal. If you need to verify payment status or request a copy of a statement, contact Washington County directly. The county offices are located in Stillwater, which is the county seat.

Note: The Woodbury Finance Division at (952) 458-2490 handles city-specific local taxes, which are separate from your Washington County property tax bill.

Homestead Classification in Woodbury

Woodbury homeowners who use their property as their primary residence can apply for homestead classification. Homestead status reduces the class rate applied to your property, which lowers your annual tax. You must occupy the property by December 1 and file your application by December 31 of the same year. Applications go through Washington County.

You will need to provide your Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number for the county to verify your residency claim. Under MN Statutes Chapter 273, homestead property carries a lower class rate than non-homestead residential property. In a growing city like Woodbury where property values are high, homestead classification can produce a meaningful annual reduction in what you owe.

The Minnesota Property Tax Refund through Form M1PR is another option for Woodbury residents with limited incomes. This state-level credit from the Minnesota Department of Revenue at revenue.state.mn.us helps offset property tax costs for both owners and renters. You apply directly to the state, not the county.

Washington County Property Tax Records

Woodbury is Washington County's largest city. All property tax records for Woodbury are administered by the county. For full details on county assessor services, online search tools, and other resources, visit the Washington County records page.

Visit the Washington County property tax records page for county-wide information.

Appealing a Woodbury Property Assessment

If you think Washington County has overvalued your Woodbury property, start by contacting the assessor at (651) 430-6175 for an informal review. Many disputes get resolved at this stage. If you are not satisfied, you can appear before the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization in the spring under Chapter 274. The board can adjust individual assessed values and meets once a year.

If the local board does not resolve your case, you can escalate to the Washington County Board of Appeal and Equalization. Beyond that, you can file a petition with the Minnesota Tax Court under Chapter 278. The Tax Court handles property tax appeals statewide and can be reached at (651) 539-3260. The deadline to file is April 30 of the year the taxes are payable.

Nearby Qualifying Cities

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