Lapeer County, MI Property Records
Property records in Lapeer, Michigan document ownership, legal descriptions, parcel details, assessed values, property taxes, transfers, mortgages, liens, and other recorded interests affecting real estate. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, lenders, attorneys, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review property history, confirm boundaries, or understand tax and assessment information.
Official Lapeer property records are maintained through local government offices, including the Lapeer County Register of Deeds for recorded documents and the appropriate assessor or treasurer offices for parcel, valuation, and tax information. Users can access recorded real estate documents and related guidance through the county’s official property records resources.
Lapeer County, MI Property Records & Statistics
Lapeer County has a median rent of $909, above the Michigan median of $850 and the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $194,800, higher than the state figure of $147,900 and the national figure of $173,750, placing the county among the pricier markets in the state.
The median property tax rate is 0.97%, lower than the state's 1.13% but above the national 0.74%. Since home values are above average, owners still pay solid tax bills, though the rate itself is gentler than elsewhere in Michigan. Median household income is $71,359, which exceeds both the state figure of $59,874 and the national figure of $65,108.
The unemployment rate is 3.88%, higher than Michigan's 2.94% and the national 2.87%, so the labor market is a weaker point compared with income. Renter-occupied housing is just 8.49% of occupied homes, well below the state share of 14.56% and the national share of 21.81%, showing a market dominated by homeowners.
Overall, Lapeer County offers higher incomes and home values, moderate tax rates, a small rental market, and somewhat elevated unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Lapeer
Lapeer County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 44,812 total parcels, including 38,506 residential and 2,158 commercial parcels, with 96.33% tax record coverage for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 79,177 deeds and 46,699 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 32,375 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 44,812 |
| Residential Parcels | 38,506 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,158 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 96.33% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 79,177 |
| Mortgage Records | 46,699 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 32,375 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 8,176 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien lifted from the property.
Lapeer County has 78,054 assignment and release records. They include 11,978 assignment documents recorded from September 28, 2000, through August 12, 2025, and 66,016 release documents recorded from March 2, 1992, through August 12, 2025, plus 60 other documents.
For property research, these records help confirm who holds a mortgage and whether older loans have been paid off. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to trace a loan through lenders and identify liens that may still need to be cleared before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Lapeer County, MI Property Records
Lapeer County property records are maintained by the Lapeer County Register of Deeds, which records deeds, mortgages, and related documents. Together with assessment and valuation data, these records cover the county's 44,812 parcels.
Recorded documents can be searched through the Lapeer County land records search. To learn about the office, its services, and fees, visit the Lapeer County Register of Deeds page. The Register of Deeds forms and links page has forms, and the recording information page explains how to record documents, including electronically.
To search, enter a name, address, or parcel number, review the matching results, and open the document you need. The office is at 287 W. Nepessing Street, Lapeer, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You can call 810-667-0211 with questions about what is available or how to request copies.
Lapeer Registrar of Deeds
The Lapeer County Probate Office is located at 287 W. Nepessing Street, Lapeer, MI, 48446 and can be reached at 810-667-0211. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through lapeercounty.org or the official website lapeercountymi.gov.
Lapeer County Register of Deeds
Lapeer County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Lapeer County property records by address?
Use the Lapeer County land records search to find recorded documents for a property, entering the owner name or address details. For assessment information, contact the local assessor for the property's township or city. The Register of Deeds can also help at 810-667-0211.
How can I find property owners in Lapeer County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds. Search the land records by name or property details and open the most recent deed. The Register of Deeds page lists office contacts if you need help interpreting results.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Lapeer County?
Assessments are set by the local assessor in the township or city where the property is located. The county's tax records reflect the 2025 assessment year, and valuation data covers 32,375 properties. Contact the local assessor for a specific value, or call the Register of Deeds at 810-667-0211 for direction.
Where can I find Lapeer County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled by the local and county treasurer's offices. Visit the Lapeer County website to find the treasurer and related departments, and keep your parcel number or address ready. They can provide bill amounts and payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Lapeer County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded with the Lapeer County Register of Deeds. Search them through the land records search or visit the office at 287 W. Nepessing Street, Lapeer, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Lapeer County parcel maps and GIS information?
Contact the county through the Lapeer County website to find the department that provides parcel maps and GIS data for the county's 44,812 parcels. Parcel maps are reference tools only and should not replace a licensed boundary survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Lapeer County?
Permits and zoning are generally managed by the township or city where the property sits. Contact that local office with your address to ask about permit requirements and zoning rules. The Lapeer County website can help you identify the right contact.
How can I create a list of property owners in Lapeer County?
The online search works one record at a time, so lists usually require repeated searches or a records request. Call the Register of Deeds at 810-667-0211 to ask about copies and the forms on the forms and links page.