Assessing Maps

Michigan law requires that the City of Midland have maps of all properties within Midland's City limits so that properties can be easily identified and located for tax valuation purposes. Assessing maps also help citizens figure out property lines and dimensions of particular parcels of land in the City.

Interactive Online Map

The Interactive Map is a mapping and information retrieval application. The interactive map enhances customer service by providing the public with access to GIS data and information such as aerial photography, property data, and other valuable community resources.

Interactive Online Map Help

Click on one of the links below to watch a short video tutorial.

Master Assessing Map of Midland

Maps of parcels within Midland are provided on this website, and hard copies can be viewed at the Assessor's Office, which is located:

Midland City Hall
333 W Ellsworth Street
Midland, MI 48640

Parcel Identification Number (PIN)

PINs identify specific properties in the City and are included on assessment and tax rolls. Each property's PIN is helpful in identifying the parcel's location within the City of Midland. Below is a sample PIN Each set of digits in the PIN has a specific meaning.

PIN 056-14-03-70-250

056

Represents the county in which the property is located. In this instance, 056 means the parcel is located in Midland County. Typically, the county number will not appear on most legal documents.

14

Stands for the township in which the property is located. The number 14 stands for Midland Township. On most legal documents, the township number is generally the first set of digits to appear in the PIN Using the above example, that means the parcel number would read as follows on most legal documentation: 14-03-70-250.

Note: The largest portion of the City of Midland is located within the boundaries of Midland Township, so the majority of PINs for parcels in the City start with the number 14.

03

Refers to a section of a township. Using the above sample PIN, 03 means the parcel is in Section 3 of Midland Township.

70

Stands for a specific 80-acre parcel of land within Section 3 of Midland Township. In the above sample, the parcel is located within the south half of the northwest 1/4 of Section 3.

250

Refers to a specific smaller parcel within the larger, 80-acre parcel of land.

How to Read Legal Land Descriptions

Legal land descriptions can include reference points such as a Michigan township's location in respect to the state's Meridian and Base lines. For an explanation of how to read legal land descriptions, download the Land Descriptions Explained (PDF) document.