Roscommon County, MI Property Records
Property records in Roscommon, Michigan document ownership, parcel boundaries, legal descriptions, assessed values, tax information, transfers, mortgages, liens, and recorded deeds for real estate in the area. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review transaction history, estimate tax obligations, or confirm property details before making decisions.
Official Roscommon property records are typically maintained by Roscommon County offices, including the Register of Deeds for recorded land documents and local assessing or treasurer offices for parcel and tax information. Users can access guidance, office contacts, and available public record resources through the county’s official website for Roscommon County property records.
Roscommon County, MI Property Records & Statistics
Roscommon County has a median rent of $753.50, below the Michigan median of $850 and the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $130,700, which is also under the state figure of $147,900 and the national figure of $173,750. Renter-occupied housing makes up 17.69% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 14.56% but lower than the national share of 21.81%.
The county's median property tax rate is 1.12%, almost identical to the Michigan rate of 1.13% and noticeably above the national rate of 0.74%. With home values on the lower side, owners here generally pay less in absolute terms than the rate alone might suggest, though the rate remains high by national standards.
Median household income is $50,948, compared with $59,874 in Michigan and $65,108 nationally, so typical earnings trail both benchmarks. The unemployment rate of 2.35% is lower than the state rate of 2.94% and the national rate of 2.87%, showing that work is relatively available even with lower pay.
Taken together, the figures describe an affordable housing market with below-average rents and home values, a property tax rate close to the state level, lower incomes than the state and nation, and a stronger employment picture.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Roscommon
Roscommon County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 34,715 total parcels, including 31,984 residential and 2,388 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 94.28% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 53,683 deeds and 18,119 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 23,744 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 34,715 |
| Residential Parcels | 31,984 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,388 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.28% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 53,683 |
| Mortgage Records | 18,119 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 23,744 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 219 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Roscommon County has 28,220 assignment and release records available for research. They include 3,818 assignment documents and 24,392 release documents, along with 10 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 6, 2005, through September 4, 2025, and releases from November 8, 2004, through September 4, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners and researchers follow a loan as it moved between lenders and confirm that earlier mortgages were paid off. Checking them before a sale or refinance can reveal liens that may still be open, and the date ranges make it easier to focus on a specific period in a property's history.
How to Search Roscommon County, MI Property Records
Roscommon County property records are recorded and maintained by the Roscommon County Register of Deeds, located at 500 Lake Street in Roscommon. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and can be reached at 989-275-5931 for questions about recorded documents.
To search online, use the Roscommon County official records search. It provides access to recorded deeds, mortgages and related documents, which you can use to confirm ownership, review transfers, and check for recorded liens. The county's records include deeds and mortgages recorded from January 4, 2006 forward.
Before you begin, have a property owner's name, a document type, or an approximate recording date ready. Enter the most specific details you have, narrow the results by date range, and open the document that matches the property you are researching.
If an online search does not turn up what you need, or you want certified copies, contact the Register of Deeds directly by phone or visit the office during business hours.
Roscommon Registrar of Deeds
The Roscommon County Probate Office is located at 500 Lake Street, Roscommon, MI, 48653 and can be reached at 989-275-5931. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through countyfusion3.kofiletech.us or the official website roscommoncounty.net.
Roscommon County Register of Deeds
Roscommon County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Roscommon County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be searched through the Roscommon County official records search. If an address doesn't produce results, try the owner's name or a legal description. The Register of Deeds at 989-275-5931 can help you work out the best way to locate a particular parcel.
How can I find property owners in Roscommon County?
The most reliable way is to find the latest recorded deed. Use the official records search to look up the property and open the most recent transfer. The Register of Deeds at 500 Lake Street in Roscommon can also help in person.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Roscommon County?
Roscommon County's records reflect the 2025 assessment year, with the last assessor update on July 25, 2025. Assessed values are set by the local assessor for the township or city, so call the Register of Deeds at 989-275-5931 and staff can direct you to the right assessing office.
Where can I find Roscommon County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the local treasurer for the township or city where the property sits, rather than by the Register of Deeds. Call 989-275-5931 during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and staff can tell you which treasurer to contact for a given parcel.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Roscommon County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents are available through the Roscommon County official records search. Deed and mortgage records run from January 4, 2006 forward. You can also visit the Register of Deeds at 500 Lake Street in Roscommon to request copies.
Where can I access Roscommon County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Register of Deeds does not maintain parcel maps, but staff can point you to the county or local office that does. Call 989-275-5931 for direction. Recorded plats and legal descriptions that describe parcel boundaries are available in the official records search.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Roscommon County?
Building permits and zoning are normally handled by the township, city or village where the property is located. Call the Register of Deeds at 989-275-5931 to ask which local office covers a specific parcel. Recorded easements and restrictions can be found in the property's recorded documents.
How can I create a list of property owners in Roscommon County?
Search recorded deeds in the official records search to gather owner names for a street or area. For larger requests, contact the Register of Deeds at 989-275-5931 to ask about copies and any fees.