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St. Paul, Minnesota Utility Trailer Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a utility trailer in St. Paul, Minnesota. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

St. Paul, MinnesotaUtility TrailerPopulation rank #63

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Utility Trailer VIN and vehicle details
  • Sale price and date
  • Signatures from both parties

Next step

Create a compliant bill of sale and download the signed PDF immediately.

Local Requirements — Ramsey County

DMV / Title Office

Ramsey County Service Center

Address

90 W Plato Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55107

Phone

(651) 266-2600

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$8.25

Sales Tax Rate

6.875%

Base Registration Fee

$35.00

Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax is 6.5% statewide

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Minnesota does not require notarization.

St. Paul Transfer Checklist

  • Title transfer at Ramsey County Service Center within 10 days
  • 6.5% motor vehicle sales tax at transfer
  • Seller must sign title and disclose odometer
  • Registration tax based on vehicle value

County Information — Ramsey County

County Clerk / Recorder

Ramsey County Recorder

Phone

(651) 266-2000

Utility Trailer market data and safety information

The most common utility trailer makes in private-party sales are Big Tex, PJ Trailers, Carry-On, Sure-Trac, Load Trail. Average private-party utility trailer prices range from $1,000–$10,000. Utility trailers average 1.3 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Tires, Electrical, Axle.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used utility trailer

Before completing a utility trailer bill of sale in Minnesota, verify these safety items:

  • Check tongue weight and coupler size compatibility with tow vehicle
  • Inspect all lighting connections and ground wire
  • Verify axle rating matches loaded weight capacity needs
  • Test surge or electric brakes if GVWR exceeds 3,000 lbs

Utility Trailer insurance and depreciation in Minnesota

Optional unless financed. Liability often covered under tow vehicle policy. Standalone coverage: $100–$250/year. Steel utility trailers hold value extremely well — 70–85% retention over 10 years. Peak season for private utility trailer sales is spring through summer for landscaping and home projects, with an average of 12 days on market.

Utility Trailer registration and titling

Utility Trailers are classified as "Utility trailer (weight-class dependent titling)" for registration purposes. Many states exempt trailers under 2,000–3,000 lbs from titling. Check your state threshold. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to utility trailers.

Utility Trailer sales in St. Paul, Minnesota

St. Paul residents completing a utility trailer bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Minnesota state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6.5%, 6.5% motor vehicle sales tax (separate from general 6.875% rate). The most popular utility trailer makes in Minnesota include Big Tex, PJ Trailers, Carry-On.

Minnesota bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,371 bill of sale documents for Minnesota transactions, with 37 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.

Why Documentation Helps Protect Asking Price

45% faster sale

Vehicles whose listings include a history report spend ~45% less time on site before selling, and report-viewers are 5x more likely to become a lead.

Source: Experian / AutoCheck

$4,000 avg loss

NHTSA estimates 450,000+ vehicles per year are sold with rolled-back odometers — the average victim loses about $4,000 in downstream repair costs.

Source: NHTSA

17.5M private sales/yr

About 17.5 million private-party vehicle transactions happen in the U.S. each year — roughly 47% of the used market.

Source: Cox Automotive 2024

1 in 3 buyers

Roughly 1 in 3 used-car buyers say they suspect private sellers are hiding mechanical problems — documentation closes that trust gap.

Source: JW Surety Bonds (n=3,000)

Frequently asked questions

What county is St. Paul in, and which office handles title transfers?

St. Paul is in Ramsey County. Title transfers are handled by the Ramsey County Service Center at 90 W Plato Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55107. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (651) 266-2600.

What is the sales tax rate on a utility trailer sale in St. Paul?

The combined rate is 6.875%. Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax is 6.5% statewide.

Is notarization required for a utility trailer bill of sale in St. Paul?

No. Minnesota does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a utility trailer title in St. Paul?

Title transfer fee: $8.25. Base registration fee: $35.00. Sales tax at 6.875% is collected at the time of title transfer.