Find Property Tax Records in Red Lake County
Red Lake County property tax records are maintained by the auditor-treasurer and assessor offices in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. Residents and property owners can search parcel data, review assessed values, look up tax payment history, and access tax statements through the county's online portal or by visiting the courthouse directly. This page explains how Red Lake County property taxes work, where to find your records, how to pay, and what to do if you think your assessment is too high.
Red Lake County Overview
How Red Lake County Property Taxes Work
Red Lake County is one of the smallest counties in Minnesota by both area and population. Despite its small size, it follows the same property tax framework as every other Minnesota county. The county assessor values all real property as of January 2 each year under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 273. Red Lake County is primarily agricultural, with farmland and rural residential parcels making up the majority of the tax base. The assessor must value property at full market value unless a classification like agricultural homestead or timberland applies.
The auditor-treasurer manages billing and collection. Tax statements are mailed by March 31. Taxes are due in two installments: the first half on May 15 and the second half on October 15. Under Chapter 279, late payments carry interest from the due date. Properties with long unpaid balances can enter forfeiture proceedings under Chapter 282.
Each fall, Red Lake County holds Truth in Taxation hearings before December 31 as required by Chapter 275. The county, townships, school districts, and any special taxing districts each set their levy, and those figures combine to determine the overall tax rate applied to your property.
Note: Agricultural land in Red Lake County is classified under the Green Acres and Agricultural Homestead programs, which can significantly reduce the taxable value of qualifying farm parcels.
Search Red Lake County Property Tax Records Online
Red Lake County uses two online tools for property tax record searches. The first is PTaxPortal, a public access system at tax.cptmn.us/PTaxPortal/. PTaxPortal lets you look up parcel tax information and make payments online. This is the county's primary payment and lookup tool. The second is the Beacon system by Schneider Geospatial, available at beacon.schneidercorp.com. Beacon provides more detailed parcel data including assessed values, land classification, ownership history, and GIS mapping.
Both tools are free and accessible without an account. For most routine lookups, PTaxPortal is the quickest option if you know your parcel ID or address. Beacon is better for researching assessment details or viewing parcel boundaries on a map. You can also visit the county website at co.red-lake.mn.us to reach both portals along with contact information for the assessor and auditor-treasurer offices.
The Minnesota Department of Revenue provides an overview of all county property tax data and statistics. The screenshot below is from the DOR's main property tax page, which covers Red Lake County alongside every other county in the state.
The Minnesota DOR at revenue.state.mn.us publishes statewide property tax data and resources applicable to Red Lake County property owners.
Red Lake County Assessor Office
The Red Lake County Assessor values all real and personal property in the county each year. The assessor's work covers homes, farms, commercial buildings, and vacant parcels. Values are set as of January 2 and must reflect current market conditions under Chapter 273. For agricultural land, the assessor applies the agricultural classification rules rather than the open market valuation approach used for residential and commercial property.
The assessor's page at co.red-lake.mn.us/departments/assessor/ covers homestead applications, classification questions, and appeal procedures. If you believe your property value is wrong, the first step is always to call or visit the assessor directly. The assessor's office is located at 124 Langevin Avenue in Red Lake Falls. You can reach the assessor by phone at (218) 253-2598.
| Office | Red Lake County Assessor |
|---|---|
| Address | 124 Langevin Avenue, Red Lake Falls, MN 56750 |
| Phone | (218) 253-2598 |
| Website | co.red-lake.mn.us/departments/assessor/ |
Paying Red Lake County Property Taxes
The Red Lake County Auditor-Treasurer is responsible for sending out tax statements and collecting payments. Statements go out by March 31. The first half of your annual tax bill is due May 15. The second half is due October 15. If you owe $100 or less on a homestead property, you may pay the full amount by May 15. Late payments under Chapter 279 begin adding interest on the day after the due date.
You can pay Red Lake County property taxes online through PTaxPortal at tax.cptmn.us/PTaxPortal/. In-person payments are accepted at the auditor-treasurer's office at 124 Langevin Avenue in Red Lake Falls. You can reach the auditor-treasurer at (218) 253-2593. Mail-in payment is also accepted; check the county's auditor-treasurer page at co.red-lake.mn.us/departments/auditor-treasurer/ for the correct mailing address and any current procedures.
Note: Red Lake County's PTaxPortal allows online payment, which is convenient for property owners who do not live near Red Lake Falls or prefer to handle taxes remotely.
Homestead Classification in Red Lake County
Homestead classification applies to a property you own and occupy as your primary residence. In Red Lake County, you apply through the assessor's office. You must occupy the property by December 1 of the prior year and apply by December 31. Homestead status lowers the class rate applied to your property's value, reducing the amount of tax you owe each year. Under Chapter 273, the homestead class rate for residential property is lower than the non-homestead rate.
Agricultural homestead is a separate classification that applies when a farmer lives on or near the land they farm. This can further reduce the tax burden on qualifying farm operations in Red Lake County. Farmers should contact the assessor at (218) 253-2598 to discuss which classification fits their situation. The recorder's page at co.red-lake.mn.us/departments/recorder/ handles deed recordings that support ownership verification for homestead applications.
Low-income property owners may also qualify for the Minnesota Property Tax Refund through Form M1PR, available from the Minnesota Department of Revenue at revenue.state.mn.us.
Minnesota Property Tax Data for Red Lake County
The Minnesota Department of Revenue publishes property tax history data that covers every county in the state, including Red Lake County. This data includes levy amounts, assessed values, tax rates, and year-over-year trends. You can access it at revenue.state.mn.us/property-tax-history-data. This is useful if you want to see how Red Lake County tax levels compare to neighboring counties or understand how rates have changed over time.
The screenshot below shows the DOR's property tax history data tool, which includes Red Lake County data alongside every other Minnesota county.
The property tax history data page at revenue.state.mn.us/property-tax-history-data lets you look up Red Lake County levy and rate trends going back multiple years.
The Minnesota Tax Court handles property tax appeals statewide. If you exhaust the local appeal process in Red Lake County and still believe your assessment is wrong, you can file with the Tax Court by April 30 of the year taxes are payable under Chapter 278. The Tax Court can be reached at (651) 539-3260 or through mn.gov/tax-court.
Nearby Counties
These counties share borders with Red Lake County. Each has its own assessor and auditor-treasurer for local property tax records.