Livingston County, MI Property Records
Property records in Livingston, Michigan, document key details about real estate ownership, boundaries, transfers, mortgages, liens, plats, and related recorded instruments. These records are useful for verifying legal ownership, researching property history, reviewing sale or deed information, supporting title work, and helping buyers, sellers, attorneys, and property owners make informed decisions.
Official Livingston property records are maintained primarily by the Livingston County Register of Deeds, which records and preserves land-related documents for properties within the county. Users can access search tools, recording information, and office guidance through the county’s official Livingston property records page. For assessment, tax, or parcel-specific details, users may also consult the appropriate local assessor or treasurer’s office, depending on the property’s location.
Livingston County, MI Property Records & Statistics
Livingston County has a median rent of $1,227, far above the Michigan median of $850 and the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $295,700, well above the state's $147,900 and the national $173,750, marking it as one of the more expensive housing markets in Michigan.
The median property tax rate is 1.02%, lower than the state rate of 1.13% but higher than the national rate of 0.74%. Because values are high, tax bills are still substantial even with a rate below the state's. Median household income is $91,105, much higher than the state figure of $59,874 and the national figure of $65,108, which supports the higher housing costs.
The unemployment rate is 2.25%, below Michigan's 2.94% and the national 2.87%. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 13.18% of occupied homes, slightly below the state share of 14.56% and well below the national share of 21.81%, so most households own their homes.
Overall, Livingston County combines high incomes, high home values and rents, moderate tax rates, and low unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Livingston
Livingston County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 88,868 total parcels, including 81,396 residential and 3,676 commercial parcels, with 94.21% tax record coverage for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 236,663 deeds and 293,235 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 71,547 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 88,868 |
| Residential Parcels | 81,396 |
| Commercial Parcels | 3,676 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.21% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 236,663 |
| Mortgage Records | 293,235 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 71,547 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 15,708 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happened to a mortgage after it was recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender to another, while a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed.
Livingston County has 152,334 assignment and release records. They include 10,925 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 27, 2025, and 141,293 release documents recorded over the same period, from January 3, 2005, through August 27, 2025, along with 116 other documents.
These records help property researchers confirm who holds a mortgage and whether earlier loans were satisfied. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to follow a loan between lenders and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Livingston County, MI Property Records
Livingston County property documents are recorded and maintained by the Livingston County Register of Deeds. The county's records cover 88,868 parcels, with deeds, mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings.
Recorded documents can be searched through the Livingston County deeds search, the official online portal for deeds and mortgages. For office information and services, visit the Livingston County Register of Deeds page. The record and research services page explains electronic recording and copy requests.
To search, enter a name, property address, or parcel number, review the results, and open the document that matches the property. Deed and mortgage records on file run from January 1999 to August 2025. The office is at 200 E Grand River Ave, Howell, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 517-546-0270 for assistance.
Livingston Registrar of Deeds
The Livingston County Probate Office is located at 200 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI, 48843 and can be reached at 517-546-0270. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through livingstonlive.livgov.com or the official website milivcounty.gov.
Livingston County Register of Deeds
Livingston County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Livingston County property records by address?
Use the Livingston County deeds 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 help at 517-546-0270.
How can I find property owners in Livingston County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds. Search the deeds portal by name or property details and open the latest deed. The Register of Deeds page provides contact details if you need help reading results.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Livingston County?
Assessed values are set by the local assessor in the township or city where the property is located. The county's records show the 2025 assessment year, with valuation data for 71,547 properties. Contact the local assessor for a specific value, or call 517-546-0270 for direction.
Where can I find Livingston County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills and payments are handled by the local and county treasurer's offices. Visit the Livingston County website to find the right department, and have your parcel number or address ready to request a bill or payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Livingston County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded with the Livingston County Register of Deeds. Search them through the deeds portal or visit 200 E Grand River Ave, Howell, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Livingston County parcel maps and GIS information?
Check the Livingston County website for the department that provides parcel maps and GIS data for the county's 88,868 parcels. Parcel maps are reference tools only and are not legal boundary surveys.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Livingston County?
Permits and zoning are usually handled 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 Livingston County website can help you find the correct contact.
How can I create a list of property owners in Livingston County?
The online search handles one record at a time, so a list of owners generally requires repeated searches or a records request. See the record and research services page or call 517-546-0270 to ask what copies are available.