Property Tax Records in Flint

Flint property tax records are maintained by the City of Flint Assessor's Office and Genesee County. You can search parcel data, check assessed values, and look up tax history through the city assessor and the county BS&A portal. This guide explains how to find Flint property tax records, who handles assessments, how to appeal a value you think is wrong, and where to pay your taxes. All major sources are listed here so you can get what you need without a runaround.

How to Search Flint Property Tax Records

The main way to search Flint property tax records online is through the Genesee County BS&A portal. BS&A is the software platform most Michigan counties and cities use to make property tax data public. You can search by owner name, parcel number, or street address. Results show the current owner, assessed value, taxable value, and recent tax history. This is the fastest way to pull up a parcel without calling anyone or visiting an office.

The City Assessor's Office at Flint City Hall is the local authority for assessments within city limits. The assessor sets the values on which your taxes are calculated. If the online portal does not have what you need, the assessor's office at (810) 766-7435 can help. Staff can look up parcel records, explain how a value was set, and confirm exemption status. Most records are public and available during business hours.

Genesee County also maintains GIS mapping tools that let you view parcel boundaries and ownership data on a map. These tools are useful when you want to see how a parcel relates to nearby properties or check the legal description. The county mapping system and the BS&A portal together give you a thorough picture of any Flint property.

For delinquent tax status, contact the Genesee County Treasurer. The County Treasurer takes over delinquent accounts after they leave the city level. Checking with both the city and county lets you see whether a property has any unpaid taxes at either level.

Flint Assessor's Office

The City of Flint Assessor's Office handles all property assessments within the city. This office sets the assessed value for every parcel in Flint each year. Those values are the basis for your tax bill. The assessor also processes exemption applications, including the Principal Residence Exemption, poverty exemption, and veteran exemptions. If you have questions about how your property was valued or want to review your assessment record, start here.

Under MCL 211.1, all property in Michigan must be assessed each year. The assessor must value property at 50% of its true cash value. Flint's assessor follows this same standard. If you believe your assessed value does not reflect the real market value of your home, you have the right to challenge it.

Property Tax Assessment in Flint

Flint property is assessed as of December 31 each year under MCL 211.30, which is Michigan's official tax day. The assessor reviews all parcels and sets a new assessed value for the coming year. Assessment notices go out in February. If your assessed value goes up, your taxable value may also increase, which means a higher tax bill.

Michigan law caps how fast your taxable value can grow. As long as you own the same property and no transfer occurs, the taxable value can only increase by the rate of inflation or 5%, whichever is less. When a property sells or changes hands, that cap lifts and the taxable value resets to the assessed value in the next tax year. This is called uncapping. For buyers in Flint, uncapping can cause a significant jump in property taxes after a purchase. The Michigan Property Tax Estimator can help you estimate what taxes will look like after a sale.

Flint has historically had Renaissance Zones that offered property tax relief to qualifying parcels and businesses. These zones were created to encourage investment in areas that needed economic support. If you own property in or near a designated zone, it is worth checking with the assessor to see if any active program still applies to your parcel.

Property Tax Exemptions in Flint

Flint property owners can apply for several exemptions that reduce their tax burden. The most widely used is the Principal Residence Exemption (PRE). Under MCL 211.7u, if the property is your primary home, you can remove 18 mills from your school operating tax. File Form 2368 with the City Assessor by June 1. The PRE can save hundreds of dollars per year depending on your millage rate.

The Poverty Exemption is available to low-income homeowners in Flint who meet income and asset criteria. You file Form 5737 and Form 4988 with the assessor's office. The March Board of Review considers poverty exemption requests during its annual session. Income limits and asset thresholds are set locally. Contact the assessor's office for the current guidelines before you apply.

Veteran exemptions are also available in Michigan for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. Qualifying disabled veterans may receive a full or partial exemption from property taxes. Documentation of the disability rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is required. The assessor's office at (810) 766-7435 can tell you what forms to bring and when to apply.

Note: All exemption applications have deadlines. Missing the filing window can mean waiting until the next tax year to get the benefit.

Appealing Your Flint Assessment

If you think your Flint property assessment is too high, you can appeal. The first step is the March Board of Review, which meets every March at the city level. You must file a written protest or appear in person during the scheduled review period. Bring evidence that supports a lower value. A recent appraisal, a sales comparison with similar homes, or documentation of property condition are all useful. The Board reviews your case and issues a decision.

If the Board of Review does not give you the result you need, you can take your case to the Michigan Tax Tribunal. The MTT is the state's independent forum for property tax disputes. For residential property, the deadline to file with the MTT is July 31. For commercial property, it is May 31. The MTT can be reached at 517-335-9760. Your rights throughout this process are outlined under the Property Taxpayer's Bill of Rights, MCL 205.735.

Going through the appeal process does not require a lawyer, though one can help with complex cases. Many Flint homeowners handle the March Board of Review on their own. The MTT process is more formal, but the tribunal provides instructions for self-represented filers on its website.

Property Tax Payments in Flint

Flint property tax bills come in two cycles. Summer taxes are typically billed in July and due in September. Winter taxes are billed in December and due in February. These deadlines apply within city limits. Check your bill for exact due dates, because they can vary slightly by year.

Payments can be made to the Flint City Treasurer. Once taxes become delinquent, they move to the Genesee County Treasurer. At that point, interest and fees begin to accrue on top of the base amount. The County Treasurer handles delinquent collections, payment plans, and the forfeiture process. Keeping up with payments avoids the more serious consequences of forfeiture and eventual foreclosure under Michigan's General Property Tax Act.

If you are behind on taxes, contacting the Genesee County Treasurer early gives you the best chance to set up a payment arrangement before the account moves further into the forfeiture process. Waiting too long reduces your options and raises the total amount you will owe. The Michigan Treasury property tax page has general guidance on delinquent timelines and what to expect at each stage.

Note: Delinquent taxes in Michigan accrue interest at statutory rates. Addressing them promptly limits the total cost.

Genesee County Property Tax Records

Flint is in Genesee County. The county equalization office, Register of Deeds, and county treasurer all maintain records that connect to Flint property tax data. Find full county-level resources on the county page.

View Genesee County Property Tax Records

Nearby Cities

Flint is the largest city in Genesee County. No other qualifying cities are located in close proximity within our coverage area. For county-level records serving all communities in the area, see the Genesee County page linked above.