Washtenaw County property record for 221 E Middle St, Chelsea, MI 48118
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,596 sqft · built 1860 |
| Lot Size | 0.137 acres (5,968 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Tax Bill | $1,427 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jan 2026 Transfer |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 06-06-12-181-012 |
| Primary APN | 06-06-12-181-012 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Building Area | 1,596 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,293 sqft |
| Basement Area | 181 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 181 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1860 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1860 |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Foundation Type | No Foundation |
| Lot Area | 5,968 sqft (0.137 acres) |
| Lot Depth | 100 ft Depth |
| Garage Area | 330 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Porch | Slab |
| Heating System | Space Heater |
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| Street Address | 221 E MIDDLE ST |
|---|---|
| City | CHELSEA |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 48118-1034 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | RS3 TW |
| Legal Description | OLD SID - FC 06-550-045-00 CV 3-36 E 59 FT & 8.75 INS OF LOT 5 BLK 10 E. CONGDON'S ADDITION. |
| Legal Range | 3E |
| Legal Township | 2S |
| Legal Section | 12 |
| Legal Subdivision | E CONGDON'S ADD |
| Legal Block | 10 |
| Legal Lot Number | 5 |
| Jurisdiction | WASHTENAW MI |
| Township / Civil Division | CHELSEA |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2009 |
| Census Tract | 446400 |
221 E Middle St is owned by two individuals who acquired it in October 2014.
Source: Washtenaw County records, as of August 17, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 221 LINCOLN ST, CHELSEA, MI 48118-1221 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Life Estate |
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| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Transfer Date | Oct 28, 2014 |
| Transfer Doc | 0006234993 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | WASHTENAW MI |
| Recording Date | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Property Address | 221 E MIDDLE ST, CHELSEA, MI 48118-1034 |
| Document Number | 0006781109 |
| Book / Page | 5614 / 100 |
| Instrument Date | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Instrument | 6781109 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jan 19, 2026 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 221 LINCOLN ST, CHELSEA, MI 48118-1221 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 221 LINCOLN ST, CHELSEA, MI 48118-1221 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 221 E Middle St was $1,427.
Source: Washtenaw County assessment roll, as of August 17, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| Municipality | Chelsea City |
| County | Washtenaw County |
| Unified School District | Chelsea School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $95,400 (+4.26%) | $190,800 (+4.26%) | |
| 2025 | $1,427.00 | $91,500 | $183,000 |
| 2023 | $3,450.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 221 E Middle St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 21, 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 221 E Middle St is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · above 51% of Michigan |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | CHELSEA serves 5,474 people · EPA ID MI0001370 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Feb 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2024–2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 462 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| Mercury Fiber Fixed Wireless | 150 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: AT&T.
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