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1. How do I change my address for my tax statement?

On the backside of your payment stubs, you may give us the new address.To change your address online, please fill out our Change of Address Form. You can also call 507-457-8830, or mail the request to:
Winona County Auditor-Treasurer
202 W 3rd Street
Winona, MN 55987

2. Where do I pay my taxes?

Winona County Office Building
Auditor-Treasurer Office
202 W 3rd Street
Winona, MN 55987

There is a deposit slot/drop box on the exterior of the building to the right of the entry doors. (Washington Street side of the building.) There is also drop box on the counter inside at the Auditor-Treasurer's Office. Business hours are from 8 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday.

The deposit slot/drop boxes are closed after each tax due date. Penalties will be added the day after taxes are due. After the due date, you will have to come inside, call or go online to get your penalty amount prior to making payment. Please see the back of your tax statement to see the schedule and rates.

3. Where do I mail my tax payment?

You can mail your tax payment to:
Winona County Auditor-Treasurer's Office
202 W 3rd Street
Winona, MN 55987

4. When are taxes due?

• May 15th (first half) and October 15th (second half) for real estate taxes.
• May 15th (first half) and November 15th (second half) for agricultural taxes.
• August 31st (first half) and November 15th (second half) for mobile home taxes.

*Note: Dates may change slightly if the above dates fall on a weekend. Please refer to the payment stubs on your tax statement(s).

5. Can I pay my taxes by credit card?

Yes, you can pay online.

6. Am I eligible for any refunds?

You may be eligible for a Property Tax Refund. You must complete form M1PR. The forms are available in our office or you may call the State of Minnesota at 651-296-4444 or 800-657-3676.

7. I am going to move my mobile home to another location; do I need any clearance from the County?

Yes, you need a mobile home statement from the County, which states all delinquent and current taxes are paid in full. Please contact the County Auditor-Treasurer at 507-457-8830.

8. I just purchased a piece of property, who is responsible for the taxes?

In a typical real estate transaction, taxes are prorated and the buyer is given credit for the seller portion. Please check your closing statement or contact the realtor or attorney who handled the transaction for you. Any delinquent taxes must be paid at closing but the current taxes do not have to be.

To avoid any penalty the taxes must be paid by the due dates. Please call the County Auditor-Treasurer at 507-457-8830 for the status of the taxes.

9. What happens if my taxes are not paid by the due date?

You will be charged a penalty per MN Statute 279.01. Penalty starts to accrue the following day after the due date. Please call the County Auditor-Treasurer at 507-457-8830 for the correct amount.

10. What should I do with the tax statement on a home or property I recently sold?

Please forward it on to the new owners, as they will need it to pay real estate taxes.

11. I thought my mortgage company paid my taxes?

If your mortgage company is to pay the taxes, they will contact us and you will see a note on your statement stubs indicating your tax amount due will be paid by escrow. Do not send your statement to the mortgage company; they are informed of your taxes by file or printout. Keep your statement for your records.