Gratiot Property Records

Gratiot County, Michigan, encompasses eight cities, with Alma being the most populous. In Gratiot County, MI, property records serve as a comprehensive database of property-related information. They provide insights into real estate history, value, and ownership, which are crucial for real estate transactions and assessments.

Gratiot County property records offer a comprehensive view of the housing market trend, with a median home value of $107,500 and a median rent of $745 against the median household income standing at $56,592. The records also show that the property tax rate in the county is 1.34% of the property's assessed value.

Property records in Gratiot County, MI, fall under the jurisdiction of the  Register of Deeds. This authoritative office is responsible for recording over 200 types of documents, including land contracts, liens, mortgages, leases, powers of attorney, quit claim deeds, releases, and warranty deeds.

The Register thoroughly archives the records by scanning and cross-indexing them using various identifiers such as party names, book/page, recorded date range, document type, and legal description for precision before they are uploaded into the office's electronic repository.

For remote access and research, the Register of Deeds offers two primary online platforms:  Tapestry, a pay-per-search web service suitable for occasional searches, and  Laredo, a downloadable application that operates on a subscription-based program for frequent users.

Alternatively, the Recorder of Deeds office ensures easy navigation of documents dating back to the mid-1800s. They are available for public review during business hours at the office in Ithaca, MI.

To acquire property records in Gratiot County, one must pay the corresponding fees. A $3 fee per page is charged for plat copies, $1 per page for standard copies of most recorded documents, and certification costs $5 per document plus the standard copy fee. The Register of Deeds accepts cash, checks, or credit card payments.

Concerns regarding the zoning of properties in Gratiot County can be addressed by the  Community Development Department's Planning Office at (989) 875-5201. However, this office exclusively oversees and enforces zoning regulations and ordinances in six townships. For properties outside their jurisdiction, interested individuals should contact the respective local zoning offices.