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3 | Page <br /> <br />INTRODUCTION <br /> <br />The Washington County Assessor Division has prepared this 2026 Assessment Report for use by <br />the County Board, City Councils, Town Boards, residents, and staff. This report includes specific <br />information regarding the 2026 assessment, as well as general information about both the <br />appeals and assessment processes. <br /> <br />Minnesota statutes establish specific requirements for the assessment of property. The law <br />requires that all real property be valued at market value, which is defined as the usual or most <br />likely selling price as of the January 2nd assessment date. <br /> <br />The estimated market values established through the 2026 assessment are based upon actual <br />real estate market trends of Washington County properties from October 1, 2024, through <br />September 30, 2025. From these trends, our mass appraisal system is used to determine <br />individual property values. Detailed discussion of the sales analysis can be found in the “Sales <br />Analysis” section of this report. <br /> <br />The summaries breaking down the adjustments made in each community, by property use, can <br />be found in the “Past and Current Year Adjustments/Parcel Count” section of this report. <br /> <br />Property owners who have questions or concerns regarding the estimated market value that has <br />been established for their property are encouraged to contact the property appraiser responsible <br />for their area. In most cases, an interior inspection of the property will be necessary. For detailed <br />discussion regarding the appeals period, please refer to the section of this report titled “Other <br />Assessment Related Information.” <br /> <br />Lisa Young, S.A.M.A. <br /> <br />Washington County Assessor <br />