Gogebic County, MI Property Records
Property records in Gogebic, Michigan document the ownership, value, and legal history of real estate in the county. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel descriptions, assessed values, tax information, and transfer history. They are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, researchers, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review boundaries, confirm tax status, or examine past real estate transactions.
Official Gogebic property records are maintained primarily by Gogebic County offices, including the Register of Deeds for recorded land documents and county assessment or equalization offices for parcel and valuation information. Users can access official information through the county’s government resources, beginning with the Gogebic County Register of Deeds, or by contacting the appropriate county office for document searches, copies, fees, and availability.
Gogebic County, MI Property Records & Statistics
Gogebic County has a median rent of $509, far below the Michigan median of $850 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $95,150, well under the state's $147,900 and the national $173,750, so housing here is among the most affordable in the comparison.
Property taxes are the exception. The county's median property tax rate of 1.57% is higher than the state rate of 1.13% and more than double the national rate of 0.74%. Renter-occupied housing is 16.32% of occupied homes, a little above the state share of 14.56% and below the national share of 21.81%.
Median household income is $48,351.50, below the state's $59,874 and the national $65,108, though lower housing costs help stretch those incomes. The unemployment rate of 1.22% is much lower than the state rate of 2.94% and the national rate of 2.87%.
The overall picture is a low-cost county where rents and home values are modest and jobs are comparatively available, but incomes are lower and property taxes take a larger share of a home's value than the state or national averages.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Gogebic
Gogebic County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 21,818 total parcels, including 15,534 residential and 1,839 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 85.26% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 27,968 deeds and 11,140 mortgages, with valuation data for 10,330 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 21,818 |
| Residential Parcels | 15,534 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,839 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 85.26% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 27,968 |
| Mortgage Records | 11,140 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 10,330 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 40 |
How to Search Gogebic County, MI Property Records
Gogebic County's deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are maintained by the Register of Deeds in Bessemer. Its records cover the county's 21,818 parcels and show ownership transfers, loans recorded against a property, and foreclosure filings.
For an online lookup, use the Gogebic County records search, which lets you find recorded documents without visiting the office. The Gogebic County Register of Deeds page provides office information and details on recording and copies.
To search, enter an owner name or document type, then narrow by recording date. Deed records run from January 3, 2006, through August 21, 2025, so most recent transactions are covered. Open each matching result to check the parties and date, and review earlier deeds if you are tracing how a property was transferred over time.
The office is at 200 N. Moore Street, Bessemer, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. If a document does not turn up online, call 906-667-0381 for help.
Gogebic Registrar of Deeds
The Gogebic County Probate Office is located at 200 N. Moore Street, Bessemer, MI, 49911 and can be reached at 906-667-0381. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through rod.gogebiccountymi.gov or the official website gogebiccountymi.gov.
Gogebic County Register of Deeds
Gogebic County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Gogebic County property records by address?
Recorded documents are generally found by name and date rather than address. Use the Gogebic County records search with an owner's name, then match the property by its legal description. For help tying an address to a record, call the Register of Deeds at 906-667-0381.
How can I find property owners in Gogebic County?
The newest recorded deed shows who holds title. Search by name in the Gogebic County records search and open the latest transfer. If you only have an address, the Register of Deeds can help at 906-667-0381.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Gogebic County?
Local assessors set values, and the county's records reflect the 2025 assessment year. To confirm the value of a specific parcel, contact the assessing office for the city or township where it sits. The Register of Deeds at 906-667-0381 can direct you to the right one.
Where can I find Gogebic County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued locally, so contact the treasurer of the city or township covering the property for amounts and payment history. If you are unsure which office applies, call the Gogebic County Register of Deeds at 906-667-0381 for direction.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Gogebic County?
Deeds and mortgages are searchable through the Gogebic County records search. The Register of Deeds page has office details, and staff at 200 N. Moore Street, Bessemer, can assist Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Gogebic County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel mapping for the county's 21,818 parcels is handled by local assessing offices. A parcel's legal description is on its recorded deed, which you can find through the Gogebic County records search. To ask about current maps, call the Register of Deeds at 906-667-0381.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Gogebic County?
Permits and zoning are usually the job of the city, village, or township where the property is located, so begin with that local office. The Register of Deeds records documents and does not issue permits. Call 906-667-0381 if you need help finding the right contact.
How can I create a list of property owners in Gogebic County?
The online search suits individual lookups, so a list means searching each name or document in the Gogebic County records search. For bulk requests, call the Gogebic County Register of Deeds at 906-667-0381 and ask what the office can provide.