Buffalo County Wisconsin Property Appraiser – Search Property Records Online

Buffalo County, Wisconsin sits along the Mississippi River in Wisconsin's Driftless Area — a region never flattened by glaciation, leaving dramatic limestone bluffs, deep coulees, and river-bottom farmland that define the county's landscape. With 24,147 parcels across 672 square miles and just 13,318 residents, Buffalo County is one of Wisconsin's most rural and least densely settled counties. Search ownership records, assessed values, and parcel details free — no login needed.

County Seat: Alma Tax Rate: 1.07% Mississippi River Bluffs

Wisconsin Property Search

Buffalo County Wisconsin maintains an extensive parcel database through the County Appraiser’s office for public access and property research. The county currently records 24,296 parcels and 23,400 matched buildings, compiled using aerial imagery and geographic mapping tools. Address datasets were recently refreshed, identifying 9,260 secondary property addresses across the county. In addition, zoning classifications have been standardized for 23,072 parcels, helping support reliable assessments, tax roll preparation, and accurate parcel record management.

Buffalo County Wisconsin Property Overview – 2026

Buffalo County has 4,727 residential properties and 691 commercial properties recorded in its property database. During 2026, there have been 13 residential property sales year-to-date, while approximately 3.11% of homes are considered seriously underwater. The county’s effective property tax rate is about 1.07%, providing insight into the local real estate tax environment.

Residential Properties

4,727

Commercial Properties

691

Avg. Home Age Single Family

N/A

Avg. Square Feet Single Family

N/A

Residential Sales 2026

13

Homes Seriously Underwater

3.11%

Residential Sales past year

166

Rich Homes percentage

26.95%

Effective 2026 Property Tax

1.07%

Total Foreclosure Filings 2025

1

Near By Counties Of Buffalo County

Buffalo County — Wisconsin's Driftless Area Property Market

Unlike most of Wisconsin, Buffalo County was never covered by the last glaciation — leaving an ancient landscape of steep limestone bluffs rising 500+ feet above the Mississippi River, narrow river valleys, and spring-fed coulees. This Driftless Area topography makes Buffalo County one of Wisconsin's most distinctive property markets: farmland sells at a median of $6,659 per acre, large wooded bluff parcels attract hunters and outdoor buyers, and river-bottom tracts draw agricultural investors. With only 13 residential sales recorded in 2026 and just 19.8 residents per square mile, this is one of Wisconsin's lowest-turnover counties — making thorough parcel research essential before any transaction.

Buffalo County Property — Key Stats

24,147
Total parcels
$175,825
Median assessed value
1.07%
Effective tax rate
13
2026 residential sales
Only 13 residential sales recorded in 2026 — Buffalo County is one of Wisconsin's least active property markets. Properties here rarely list publicly; many transfer through private sales, estate proceedings, or land contracts. Verifying accurate ownership and title history is especially important in low-turnover rural counties where records gaps are more common.

Top Cities in Buffalo County

Several communities represent the primary residential and property activity centers in Buffalo County Wisconsin. Among them, Mondovi, Alma, and Cochrane serve as key towns where property ownership and parcel records are concentrated. These communities include a mix of rural land, residential housing, and small commercial developments. Together they contribute significantly to county property records, land assessments, zoning management, and the parcel information maintained by the Buffalo County property database.

Mondovi Wisconsin

1,820 Parcels

Alma

640 Parcels

Cochrane

310 Parcels

View Buffalo County Parcel Map — Official GIS

Search Mississippi River bluff parcels, farmland tracts, and ownership data on Buffalo County's official ArcGIS parcel viewer

Open Buffalo County GIS Map →

Also: Wisconsin Statewide Parcel Map (all 72 counties)

Buffalo County WI Property Search Tool – 4 Easy Ways to Find Records

Our Buffalo County Wisconsin Property Search Tool allows users to quickly access property information online at no cost. Property records can be searched using the owner name, parcel number (PIN), property address, or city name by entering the city in the address field. Within seconds, users can view ownership data, tax history, sales records, and other important property information.

Search By Owner Name

Use the owner’s full name to locate property ownership records in Buffalo County Wisconsin quickly.

Search By Address

Enter the property address to find parcel records and ownership information within Buffalo County Wisconsin.

Search By Parcel PIN

Search Buffalo County Wisconsin property records directly using the official parcel identification number.

Search By City Name

If other details are unavailable, enter a city name to explore Buffalo County Wisconsin property records.

Buffalo County Wisconsin Property Search Tool Provides Detailed Information

The Buffalo County Wisconsin Property Search Tool offers complete property data with each lookup. By searching with an owner name, parcel number, or property address, users can access ownership details, property tax information, land values, and official county assessment records—helping buyers, investors, and researchers make informed real estate decisions.

Parcel Number

Primary owner recorded in Buffalo County Wisconsin property records for ownership verification, research, and parcel identification.

Owner Name

Secondary owner listed in Buffalo County Wisconsin records identifying joint ownership, co-owners, and shared property rights.

Site Address

Physical Buffalo County Wisconsin property location used for navigation, mapping, property valuation, and parcel identification.

Postal Address

Mailing address for Buffalo County Wisconsin property owners used for tax bills, notices, and official correspondence.

PI Number

Unique Buffalo County Wisconsin parcel identifier used for mapping systems, ownership tracking, and official property records.

 

Tax Parcel Id

Buffalo County Wisconsin tax parcel number linking property records with tax assessments and payment tracking.

State Id

State-level identification number connecting Buffalo County Wisconsin properties with statewide parcel and land databases.

Zip Code

Buffalo County Wisconsin postal code used for location searches, mapping services, and regional property research.

Place Name

City or community name within Buffalo County Wisconsin identifying the geographic location of a property.

School District

Assigned Buffalo County Wisconsin school district affecting property value, taxation zones, and local education access.

Assessed Value

Total assessed value determined by Buffalo County Wisconsin for property taxation and market analysis.

Land Value

Assessed Buffalo County Wisconsin land value excluding structures, useful for investment research and tax calculations.

Improvement Value

Value of buildings or improvements recorded in Buffalo County Wisconsin property assessment data.

Fair Market Value

Estimated Buffalo County Wisconsin property market value guiding buyers, sellers, and real estate investors.

Property Tax Amount

Actual Buffalo County Wisconsin property tax owed after deductions, credits, or applicable exemptions.

Gross Property Tax

Total Buffalo County Wisconsin property tax amount before exemptions or reductions are applied.

Property Class

Buffalo County Wisconsin classification identifying property type such as residential, agricultural, or commercial.

Assessed Acres

Assessed acreage recorded for Buffalo County Wisconsin properties used in valuation and taxation calculations.

Deeded Acres

Legal land acreage listed on the deed for Buffalo County Wisconsin property ownership records.

GIS Acres

GIS-measured acreage for Buffalo County Wisconsin parcels based on geographic mapping and spatial analysis.

Alma

$191,708

Durand
$244,877
Mondovi
202,859
Cochrane
$195,028
Fountain City
$218,156
Nelson
$203,828

FAQs

How can I search property records in Buffalo County Wisconsin?

You can search Buffalo County Wisconsin property records using owner name, parcel number, property address, or city.

Buffalo County Wisconsin records include ownership details, parcel data, tax information, and property assessment values.

Yes, Buffalo County Wisconsin property records can be accessed online through the county property search tool.

A Parcel Identification Number is a unique code used to identify and track each property in Buffalo County Wisconsin.

Buffalo County Wisconsin property records help buyers, investors, and researchers verify ownership, taxes, and property details.

 
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