Find Midvale Property Tax Records
Midvale property tax records are maintained by Salt Lake County, which handles assessment, recording, and collection for every parcel in the city. The Salt Lake County Assessor values all Midvale properties as of January 1 each year, the Salt Lake County Recorder keeps deed and ownership records, and the Salt Lake County Treasurer manages billing and payment. Midvale is a compact, urban city in the Salt Lake Valley with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial properties, and each type is assessed differently under Utah law. This page explains how to find Midvale property tax records online, how the Salt Lake County assessment system works, and what steps to take if you want to appeal your assessed value.
Midvale Quick Facts
Midvale Property Tax Records and Salt Lake County
Midvale is an incorporated city within Salt Lake County, and all property tax functions for Midvale parcels run through county offices. The Salt Lake County Assessor at 2001 S State St, Salt Lake City (385-468-8000) handles all assessments. Under Utah Code Title 59, Chapter 2, every Midvale parcel must be assessed at 100% of fair market value as of January 1. Salt Lake County applies that standard uniformly across residential, commercial, and mixed-use parcels in Midvale.
Salt Lake County's effective rate is 0.67%, and the median annual tax is $1,588. Midvale sits in the heart of the valley, and property values there tend to track close to the county median. The mix of property types in Midvale, from small single-family homes to strip commercial and light industrial, means assessed values vary widely across the city. Residential properties with the primary residence exemption pay tax on only 55% of market value, while commercial and industrial parcels in Midvale pay on 100%.
Midvale City does not assess or collect property taxes. The city issues building permits and manages zoning, but tax functions belong entirely to Salt Lake County. Searching Midvale property tax records means using Salt Lake County's online tools.
Searching Midvale Parcels Through Salt Lake County
The Salt Lake County Assessor online portal lets you search Midvale properties by address, parcel number, or owner name. Results include assessed market value, taxable value, exemption status, property class, year built, square footage, lot size, and other parcel attributes. This data is updated when assessments are set each year.
The Salt Lake County parcel viewer provides a map-based search for Midvale parcels. You can locate a Midvale property on an interactive map, view lot boundaries, and click through to the assessor record. This is useful for checking parcel boundaries or finding parcel numbers for neighboring properties when gathering comparison data.
The county's property information portal at saltlakecounty.gov/property-information-taxes consolidates links to the assessor, recorder, and treasurer systems. This page is a good starting point for any Midvale property tax question, whether you need assessed value data, payment records, or deed history.
The Salt Lake County Assessor portal provides full parcel records for Midvale properties, including ownership history, assessed values, and property characteristics.
Note: Midvale has a significant share of commercial and mixed-use zoning along major corridors. These parcels are assessed at 100% of market value with no primary residence exemption.
Commercial and Residential Assessment Differences in Midvale
Midvale has more commercial and mixed-use property than many Salt Lake County cities of similar size. The Salt Lake County Assessor treats commercial parcels differently from residential ones. Residential properties in Midvale that are owner-occupied qualify for the 45% primary residence exemption, reducing the taxable base to 55% of market value. Commercial and industrial properties in Midvale have no such exemption and are taxed on the full assessed value.
The assessor also uses different valuation methods depending on property type. Residential properties in Midvale are typically valued by comparing recent sales of similar homes. Commercial properties may be valued using an income approach, which estimates value based on potential rental income, or a cost approach, which estimates what it would cost to rebuild the structure. For Midvale commercial properties with long-term tenants or stable income, the income approach often results in a value close to market.
Mixed-use properties in Midvale, where a building has both commercial and residential space, can be split-classified. Part of the parcel gets a commercial classification and part gets a residential one. The assessor tracks this at the parcel level and applies the correct rates to each portion. If you own a Midvale mixed-use property and are unsure how it is classified, the assessor portal will show the property class on the parcel detail page.
Salt Lake County Recorder Records for Midvale
The Salt Lake County Recorder maintains deed and ownership records for all Midvale parcels. The Recorder's office is in Suite N1-600 at the Salt Lake County government complex. Online records dating from 1990 forward are available through the Recorder's portal, searchable by grantor or grantee name, document type, or date range.
For Midvale properties, the Recorder is where you verify chain of title. When you buy a Midvale property, the deed gets recorded there. If there are easements, liens, or encumbrances on a Midvale parcel, they show up in the Recorder's document index. Copies of recorded documents cost $2 per page. Documents recorded before 1990 are available in the physical archives and require an in-person request.
The grantor-grantee index in the Recorder's system lets you search by name to find all documents where a person or entity appears as either the grantor (seller or transferor) or grantee (buyer or recipient) for Midvale properties. This is useful for tracing ownership history when the parcel has changed hands multiple times.
Salt Lake County Recorder records for Midvale include deeds, liens, easements, and ownership transfers, with online access to documents recorded since 1990.
Paying Midvale Property Taxes
The Salt Lake County Treasurer in Suite N1-200 (385-468-8300) collects property taxes for all Midvale parcels. Tax bills go out in the fall, and the due date is November 30. Online payment is available through the treasurer's portal. You can pay by e-check or credit card. Mail payments and in-person payments at the county complex are also accepted.
The treasurer's system lets you look up payment history and current balance for any Midvale parcel. If you are buying a Midvale property, verifying through the treasurer that taxes are current before closing is essential. The system also provides payoff quotes, which show the exact amount needed to bring a delinquent account current, including accrued interest and penalties.
Unpaid Midvale property taxes accrue interest and penalties after the November 30 deadline. Salt Lake County eventually places a lien on parcels with delinquent taxes. That lien affects title and can complicate a sale or refinance. The treasurer's portal shows delinquency status, so buyers can check any Midvale property before making an offer.
Appealing Your Midvale Property Assessment
Midvale property owners who believe the Salt Lake County Assessor's value is too high can file an appeal with the Salt Lake County Board of Equalization. The deadline appears on your assessment notice. You must file before that date. Late filings are not accepted.
To build a strong case for a Midvale residential appeal, gather recent sales of similar homes that sold close to January 1 of the assessment year. Look for comparable homes in the same Midvale neighborhood with similar size, age, and condition. A current private appraisal from a licensed Utah appraiser also works well. For commercial Midvale properties, income and expense data or a commercial appraisal are the most persuasive forms of evidence.
If the Board rules against you, you can take your Midvale assessment appeal to the Utah State Tax Commission Property Tax Division. The Commission can review Salt Lake County's work and order an adjustment if your evidence supports a lower value. Most Midvale appeals resolve at the county Board level, but the state option remains available if needed.
Note: Midvale's development office at midvale.com/development handles permits and zoning. Permitted improvements are reported to Salt Lake County and can affect assessed values in the next cycle.
Salt Lake County Property Tax Records
Midvale is part of Salt Lake County, and all property tax assessment, recording, and collection for Midvale parcels run through Salt Lake County. Visit the Salt Lake County property tax records page for full details on county procedures, rates, and online tools.
Nearby Cities
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