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Sterling Heights, Michigan

Sterling Heights DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Michigan vehicle title transfer office for Sterling Heights and Macomb County. Get your Sterling Heights bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the MI Secretary of State – Sterling Heights Office.

Sterling Heights Title & Registration Office

Office Name

MI Secretary of State – Sterling Heights Office

Address

33575 Schoenherr Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312

Phone

(888) 767-6424

Hours

Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

6.00%

Special requirements in Macomb County:

  • Title transfer at SOS within 15 days
  • 6% use tax at title transfer
  • Seller must sign title and provide odometer disclosure
  • Both parties should retain a bill of sale copy

Notarization in Sterling Heights: ✓ Not Required

Michigan does not require notarization.

Documents Required for Sterling Heights Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 6.00% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Sterling Heights DMV

Where is the DMV in Sterling Heights, Michigan?
The Sterling Heights title office is the MI Secretary of State – Sterling Heights Office, located at 33575 Schoenherr Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (888) 767-6424.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Sterling Heights?
The title transfer fee in Macomb County is $15.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 6.00%. Michigan statewide rate 6%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Sterling Heights?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $15.00 title fee plus 6.00% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Sterling Heights?
A signed bill of sale is required by the MI Secretary of State – Sterling Heights Office to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.

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