The Assessor's Office provides for the equitable assessment of real and personal property in Stearns County as provided by state laws and regulations. It estimates the value and determines the classification of all County property. The assessment is based upon appraisals and reviews done by the appraisal staff and/or local assessors.
This office also reviews and corrects local assessment books, prepares abstracts, maps and other forms prescribed by the Commissioner of Revenue, administers various property tax programs, attends boards of equalization meetings, and appears in tax court to defend assessments as an expert witness.
Only Stearns County property records, excluding properties located in St. Cloud City, are maintained by the County's assessing officers and clerks. Property information kept on properties located in neighboring counties cannot be accessed. For property owners within the corporate limits of St. Cloud city, please contact the City of St. Cloud. However, the County's business partners may access St. Cloud City property information through the Property Management Portal.