How do I find out who owns a parcel of real estate?

You can find property ownership information using the Tax Inquiry website. (opens in new window)

What is the legal description for a property?

• The legal description is a worded description of a property. The legal description on your tax bill is abbreviated and is not a complete legal description.

• The legal description for your property can be found on deed(s) and other recorded documents for your property. The most recent recorded document on file does not necessarily include the full legal description of your property. If you have bought or sold pieces of land over the years, several documents and some interpretation may be required to construct an accurate legal description. You should contact a title company or registered land surveyor for professional assistance in writing an accurate, updated legal description.

How can I get a survey of a property?

• Not all properties in the County have a survey on file. If there is one, you can purchase a copy from our office either in person or online.

• Search for and purchase surveys with the Survey Search Application. (opens in new window) Note: This application may take up to a minute to load due to the high volume of information.

• If there is not a survey on file, you may want to contact a surveying company for further assistance.

Where can I find out about any easements on a property?

Easements may be attached to any recorded document. Our office is not staffed to perform this type of search. Easements may be noted in your title policy or you may want to contact a professional title searcher to perform this type of search for you. A fee typically applies for this service.

I need to update my mailing address.

You may call our office to have your mailing address for your tax bill updated or you can submit a request online. Visit Change Tax Bill Mailing Address (opens in new window) for more information and to begin the process.

Where do I pay my taxes?

• 1st installment is paid to the local municipality (from December to the end of January).

• 2nd installment is paid to the Racine County Treasurer (February to November).

• For City of Racine properties, contact the City of Racine Treasurer from December to July.

Why didn’t I receive a copy of my tax bill?

• Tax bills are mailed to property owners in mid-December. If you have not received your bill you may print a copy for free using our My Tax Bill application (opens in new window) or via the Ascent Land Records Suite (opens in new window) under the “Taxes” dropdown.

• For City of Racine properties, contact the City of Racine Treasurer from December to July.

• You are still responsible to pay your property taxes in a timely manner, whether or not you have received your tax bill. (§ 74.09(6))

Who is responsible for the taxes when property has been split?

Real estate tax bills are sent out as the property existed on January 1 of the taxing year. Individuals should discuss the payment of taxes with a Title Company representative or an Attorney prior to closing to determine how real estate taxes will be apportioned.

I have questions about Personal Property.

Contact your local Assessor’s Office. (opens in new window)

What is my Mill Rate?

Mill rates are published at the end of the year after State, County, City, and Municipality budgets have been approved. Mill Rate (PDF) can be found on the Mill Rates page. (opens in new window)

Where do I go to pay taxes, look at my balance, ask about delinquent taxes, or homestead exemption questions?

• Please contact the Racine County Treasurer’s Office. (opens in new window)

• For City of Racine properties; contact the City of Racine Treasurer from December to July.

Questions on garbage bill, water, or wastewater?

Please contact your local Municipal Clerk.

I have questions about the Lottery & Gaming Credit.

• Not sure if you receive the credit? Search using the Lottery & Gaming Credit Search Application. (opens in new window)

• Additional information is available on the Racine County Treasurer’s Lottery & Gaming Credit page. (opens in new window)

Other questions regarding Property Taxes?

Information about property taxes can be found on the Racine County Treasurer’s website: Property Taxes. (opens in new window)

Why does it say “DEED IN ERROR” on my tax bill?

“DEED IN ERROR” on a tax bill indicates that some aspect of an original recording of a conveyance document is in error. The Land Description Office will contact the drafter that processed the document and notify them of the discrepancy; the problem is usually corrected at that level.

It is advisable to contact either the Land Description Office, your Attorney, or the Title Company that processed the document about the error to determine the steps needed to correct it. (opens in new window)

How do I find recent property sales?

• Use our interactive Sales Comp Finder (opens in new window) to search recent residential property sales and explore community and business demographic information. The application displays sales recorded in Racine County for the past two years. Results can be filtered by Sale Price, Commercial Type, Multiple Parcel Sale, or Municipality.

• You can also use the Ascent Land Records Suite (opens in new window) under the “Sales History” dropdown.

Where can I see current Sheriff foreclosure sales?

Check the interactive Sheriff Foreclosure (opens in new window) application. Sheriff’s Sales are conducted every Tuesday at 1:30 PM in the lobby of the Law Enforcement Center, 717 Wisconsin Avenue, Racine, Wisconsin.

Where can I see current Treasurer foreclosure sales?

Visit the Treasurer Tax Foreclosures (opens in new window) application to view tax-foreclosed properties available from the Racine County Treasurer’s Office.

If you are interested in purchasing any of these parcels, please contact the Racine County Treasurer’s Office at (262) 636‑3339 or email RCTreasurer@racinecounty.gov.

Who is my Assessor?

Assessors vary by municipality. To look up your municipality’s assessor contact information, view the Assessor contact list. (opens in new window)

How do I find out the assessed value of a parcel of real estate?

You can find assessed values on the Tax Inquiry page. (opens in new window)

Where do I find the assessment information for a property?

• The land value, improvement value, and total assessed value for a property are available on the Tax Inquiry page. (opens in new window)

• If you have other questions or concerns, contact your local assessor. (opens in new window)

I have a question about a special assessment.

Contact your local Municipal Clerk.

I have a question about an assessment of a property or assessment appeal.

Contact your local assessor. (opens in new window) If you have already spoken with the Assessor’s office and wish to continue the appeal process, please contact the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.

When is my Open Book / Board of Review?

• Contact your local municipality.

• This information is also available through the Wisconsin Department of Revenue: Board of Review Calendar. (opens in new window)