St. Louis County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for St. Louis County, Minnesota.
St. Louis County Assessor's Office Information
St. Louis County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Duluth, MN 27001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(651) 229-5647
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St. Louis County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using St. Louis County's effective tax rate of 1.07% (Assessment ratio: 100%)
Appealing Your St. Louis County Assessment
April 30 of the year the tax is payable.
Under Minnesota property tax law, property owners in St. Louis County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.
Contact the St. Louis County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).
If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the County Board of Appeal and Equalization & Minnesota Tax Court before the statutory deadline.
Was Your St. Louis County Home Over-Assessed This Year?
Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.
St. Louis County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in St. Louis County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Homestead Market Value Exclusion excludes up to $38,000 of value from property taxation for homes valued up to $517,200.
Special Homestead Credit for Disabled Veterans excludes $150,000 (70%+) or $300,000 (100% disabled) of market value. Senior Citizens Property Tax Deferral.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for St. Louis County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in St. Louis County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the St. Louis County Property Appraiser office located?
The official St. Louis County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at St. Louis County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Duluth, MN 27001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (651) 229-5647.
What is the property tax rate in St. Louis County, MN?
The average effective property tax rate in St. Louis County is approximately 1.07%. For a home with the median county market value of $346.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $3702 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in St. Louis County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official St. Louis County parcel search portal: https://stlouiscountymn.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in St. Louis County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in St. Louis County must be submitted by: April 30 of the year the tax is payable. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Appeal and Equalization & Minnesota Tax Court.
How does the Homestead Exemption work in St. Louis County?
Homestead Market Value Exclusion excludes up to $38,000 of value from property taxation for homes valued up to $517,200. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Special Homestead Credit for Disabled Veterans excludes $150,000 (70%+) or $300,000 (100% disabled) of market value. Senior Citizens Property Tax Deferral.).
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