Baytown, Texas
Baytown DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Texas vehicle title transfer office for Baytown and Harris County. Get your Baytown bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector – Baytown.
Baytown Title & Registration Office
Office Name
Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector – Baytown
Address
2401 Market St, Baytown, TX 77520
Phone
(281) 274-8000
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$28.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
8.25%
Special requirements in Harris County:
- Complete Texas Application for Texas Title (Form 130-U) at the Harris County tax office
- Title transfer must be completed within 30 days of sale to avoid a $25 penalty
- Seller must provide a signed title and odometer disclosure
- Vehicle must pass a Texas safety inspection before registration transfer
Notarization in Baytown: ✓ Not Required
Texas does not require notarization for a private-party vehicle sale. A signed bill of sale and completed Form 130-U are sufficient.
Documents Required for Baytown Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $28.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.25% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Baytown Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Baytown DMV
- Where is the DMV in Baytown, Texas?
- The Baytown title office is the Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector – Baytown, located at 2401 Market St, Baytown, TX 77520. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (281) 274-8000.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Baytown?
- The title transfer fee in Harris County is $28.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.25%. Texas state rate 6.25% + Harris County/Baytown local rate 2.00%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Baytown?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $28.00 title fee plus 8.25% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Baytown?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector – Baytown to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.