Frequently Asked Questions -
1) How can I find out the recent sale price and date of sale of a particular property in Mount Clemens?
Call the City Assessor's Office at 586-469-6818 ext. 4.
2) What are my taxes for the year?
To find out what the taxes are on a given property in Mount Clemens, contact the City Treasurer's Department at 586-469-6818 ext. 1.
3) What is the difference between assessed value and taxable value?
Assessed value is 50% of market value, while taxable value (used to levy property taxes) is, in most cases, less than that. However, when a property is transferred or sold, the taxable value of a property is "uncapped", or becomes equal to the assessed value, for the year following the year in which the sale or transfer took place.
4) How can I find out what I paid in taxes last year?
Contact the City Treasurer's Department at 586-469-6818 ext. 1 to find that information.
5) When does the Board of Review meet?
The Board of Review meets three times a year - in March, July and December. For specific dates, refer to the City of Mount Clemens Tax/Assessing Calendar.
6) Do I have to appear in person at a Board of Review session?
No. A letter of appeal can be just as effective. The key is to research the local real estate market for similar properties that were recently sold. A member of the City's Assessor's Office can assist you with finding comparable information. Alternatively, a recent appraisal of your home can be submitted to the Board of Review as evidence of market value.
7) Why do I pay more in taxes than my neighbor when our assessed values are the same?
Taxes are calculated based on taxable value. Similar properties cannot be compared by looking at taxable values or tax bills, because Proposal A creates disparities between similar properties and their taxable values. The assessed value of your property is determined based on the local real estate market and is the only accurate indicator of uniformity among property values. For more information see How Property Values are Calculated.
8) How do I find out if there are any special assessments on my property?
Contact the City Treasurer's Office at 586-469-6818 ext. 1.
9) Is my property in a floodplain?
Contact Community Development at 586-469-6818 ext. 2 for in-depth information on floodplains and whether or not your property could be located within one.
10) How do I find out why I received a delinquent tax bill from the Macomb County Treasurer's Office?
Contact the Macomb County Treasurer's Office at 586-469-5190.
11) How can I find out the parcel code number of a property in Mount Clemens?
Contact the City Assessor's Office at 586-469-6818 ext. 4.
12) Is there any easy way to figure what my taxes will be if I buy a house?
Yes, refer to How Property Taxes are Calculated.
13) I just sold (or bought) my house. What forms do I need to file with the City of Mount Clemens detailing this transaction?
Contact the City Assessor's Office at 586-469-6818 ext. 4.
