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Property Assessment Overview

Minnesota state law requires properties to be physically inspected at least once every five years. Inspections typically occur in the Summer and Fall. The appraiser will request to view the interior of the property to observe the amenities and determine the condition and quality of each property. This review will also help to determine the use of the property.

Assessments are completed by county appraisers who are licensed by the State of Minnesota.

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Assessment Process

There are two main steps in the assessment process:

  1. Property Valuation – Each year property is valued as of January 2. The appraisers and assessor collect information on each property and review recent sales activity in the county to determine property values.
  2. Property Classification – Each year, property is classified as of January 2. Minnesota state law provides a list of possible classifications and the assessor and appraisers classify each property based on the use of the property.

Find Parcel / Property Information

Information on Houston County properties is available on the Beacon website. This website provides land and building information, sales information, valuation statements, tax statements, and aerial photography for all types of property in the county. You can search by name, address, or parcel ID.

Questions or Concerns

The Houston County Assessor’s Office certifies assessments annually. If you have any questions, please call (507) 725-5801.

You may also email an appraiser directly based on your location:

Black Hammer Township
La Crescent Township
Mayville Township
Spring Grove Township
Wilmington Township
Spring Grove City

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Brownsville Township
Hokah Township
Brownsville City
Hokah City
La Crescent City

Email



Caledonia Township
Crooked Creek Township
Jefferson Township
Union Township
Winnebago Township
Caledonia City
Eitzen City

Email



Houston Township
Money Creek Township
Mound Prairie Township
Sheldon Township
Yucatan Township
Houston City

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Contact Us

Luke Onstad

Houston County Assessor
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Assessor's Office

304 S. Marshall St.
Caledonia, MN 55921
P: 507-725-5801
F: 507-725-5590