Cottage Grove Property Tax Rate

Washington County, Minnesota

1.07%effective rate

Cottage Grove is located in Washington County, Minnesota. Homeowners in Cottage Grove pay a median of $3,847 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $359,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.07%. This is 8% higher than the Washington County average of 0.99%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.07%

vs 0.99% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,847

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$359,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

40,124

Cottage Grove, MN

How Cottage Grove Compares

Cottage Grove
1.07%
Washington County Average
0.99%
Minnesota Average
1.02%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Washington County

Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in Washington County, Minnesota.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Cottage Grove$3,8471.07%
Woodbury$4,5741.05%
Oakdale$3,0170.99%

About Property Taxes in Cottage Grove

Property taxes in Cottage Grove are collected by Washington County. Tax exemptions available to Washington County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Cottage Grove. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Washington County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

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$268/month · Rate: 1.07%

Washington County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.