Cass County, MI Property Records
Property records in Cass, Michigan, document key details about real estate ownership and land history in Cass County. These records may include deeds, property transfers, legal descriptions, parcel information, tax assessments, liens, mortgages, and plats. They are useful for confirming ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing sales history, preparing real estate transactions, and supporting title or genealogy research.
Users can access official Cass property records through Cass County government offices, including the Register of Deeds for recorded land documents and county assessing or equalization resources for parcel and valuation information. For accurate, current records and guidance on document searches, fees, and office procedures, visit the county’s official property records resources through the Cass County, Michigan government website.
Cass County, MI Property Records & Statistics
Cass County has a median rent of $845, close to the Michigan median of $850 and just above the national $840.25. The median home value is $196,500, well above the state's $147,900 and the national $173,750, so buyers pay more here than in much of Michigan.
The median property tax rate is 1.03%, lower than the state's 1.13% but above the national 0.74%. With higher home values, the lower rate still produces substantial tax bills. Renter-occupied housing is 17.14% of occupied homes, above the state's 14.56% but under the national 21.81%, so the county leans toward homeownership.
Median household income is $69,223, higher than both Michigan's $59,874 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.09% is also lower than the state's 2.94% and the national 2.87%, pointing to a strong local job market.
Overall, Cass County combines higher-than-average home values with above-average incomes and low unemployment, a modest tax rate relative to the state, and a rental share that is moderate.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Cass
Cass County's records include tax assessments, recorded documents, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 37,745 total parcels, with tax records covering 92.88% of the population. Recorded documents include 65,930 deeds and 35,845 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 22,999 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 37,745 |
| Residential Parcels | 32,118 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,723 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.88% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 65,930 |
| Mortgage Records | 35,845 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 22,999 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 3,137 |
How to Search Cass County, MI Property Records
Cass County property records combine assessment data on 37,745 parcels with recorded deeds and mortgages kept by the Clerk Register Office. A search can show owner names, parcel details, valuations, and the history of recorded transactions.
The Cass County Clerk Register Office page describes the office's services, including recording and electronic filing. For documents, use the office's online recorder document search, where recorded deeds and mortgages can be searched.
To search, begin with an owner name, a document type, or a date range, and enter the most complete details you have. Review the results and open the document that matches the property you are researching.
The office is at 120 N. Broadway, Cassopolis, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 269-445-4464 for help finding a record.
Cass Registrar of Deeds
The Cass County Probate Office is located at 120 N. Broadway, Cassopolis, MI, 49031 and can be reached at 269-445-4464. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through index.casscountymi.org or the official website casscountymi.org.
Cass County Clerk Register Office
Cass County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Cass County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be found through the Clerk Register Office's online document search. Enter the details you have and review the results. If the address does not turn up a match, call 269-445-4464 and ask staff to help locate the record.
How can I find property owners in Cass County?
The owner of record appears on the most recent recorded deed. Search for it in the Clerk Register Office's online document search, or visit 120 N. Broadway, Cassopolis, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Cass County?
Cass County's most recent assessment year is 2025. Assessments are handled locally, so contact the Clerk Register Office at 269-445-4464 and ask which office handles assessments for the city or township where the property is located.
Where can I find Cass County property tax bills and payment records?
Michigan property tax bills typically come from the treasurer of the city or township where the property is located. The Clerk Register Office does not bill taxes, but staff at 269-445-4464 can direct you to the correct office. Recorded documents are on the online document search.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Cass County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Clerk Register Office, which holds 65,930 deed records. Search them in the online document search or visit 120 N. Broadway, Cassopolis, to request copies.
Where can I access Cass County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for Cass County's 37,745 parcels are provided separately from recorded documents. Call the Clerk Register Office at 269-445-4464 and ask which county or local office offers GIS and parcel maps for your area.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Cass County?
Permits and zoning are usually handled by the city, village, or township where the property sits. Call the Clerk Register Office at 269-445-4464 and staff can direct you to the right office. Recorded restrictions can be reviewed through the online document search.
How can I create a list of property owners in Cass County?
The online search is set up for individual records, not owner lists. For a single property, review its recorded deeds in the online document search. For a bulk request, contact the Clerk Register Office at 269-445-4464.