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Lakeville, Minnesota

Lakeville DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Minnesota vehicle title transfer office for Lakeville and Dakota County. Get your Lakeville bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Dakota County Service Center – Lakeville.

Lakeville Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Dakota County Service Center – Lakeville

Address

9237 183rd St W, Lakeville, MN 55044

Phone

(952) 348-8240

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$8.25

Vehicle Sales Tax

6.875%

Special requirements in Dakota County:

  • Title transfer at the Dakota County Service Center within 10 days
  • Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax (6.5%) at title transfer
  • Seller must sign the title and provide odometer reading
  • Registration tax based on vehicle value

Notarization in Lakeville: ✓ Not Required

Minnesota does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is sufficient.

Documents Required for Lakeville Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $8.25
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 6.875% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Lakeville DMV

Where is the DMV in Lakeville, Minnesota?
The Lakeville title office is the Dakota County Service Center – Lakeville, located at 9237 183rd St W, Lakeville, MN 55044. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (952) 348-8240.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Lakeville?
The title transfer fee in Dakota County is $8.25. The vehicle sales tax rate is 6.875%. Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax is 6.5% statewide (separate from regular 6.875% sales tax rate)
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Lakeville?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $8.25 title fee plus 6.875% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Lakeville?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Dakota County Service Center – Lakeville 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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