ALTA Survey Providers in Michigan
15 firms provide ALTA Survey services in Michigan — 0 with a verified Michigan presence and 15 national providers covering the state. Typical Michigan pricing runs $2,700–$7,200.
Those figures come from our Michigan ALTA Survey cost analysis, which applies Michigan's regional cost index to the national base rate of $3,000–$8,000. Michigan sits 10% below that base, reflecting local labor rates and market demand.
Local Providers in Michigan
We do not yet track a firm headquartered in Michigan for ALTA Survey work. That is a gap in our directory rather than a statement about the Michigan market — the national providers below all cover the state, and many maintain regional offices. If you run a Michigan firm, claim a listing.
National Providers Serving Michigan (15)
National firms carry multi-state licensing and are usually the right call for portfolio deals spanning several states.
How to Choose a ALTA Survey Provider in Michigan
- Michigan licensure. The survey must be sealed by a surveyor licensed in Michigan. Verify the licence, not just the firm's footprint.
- Table A experience. Which optional items your lender requires drives both cost and schedule — see the Table A configurator.
- Field crew availability. National firms sometimes subcontract Michigan fieldwork. Ask whether the crew is in-house.
- Title company coordination. The surveyor needs the title commitment early; firms that chase it themselves save a week.
- Record of survey requirements. Some states require a recorded survey, which adds cost and time. Confirm what applies in Michigan.
Michigan Metro Markets
ALTA Survey pricing across the Michigan markets we track. Most providers above serve all of them:
| Market | ALTA Survey cost |
|---|---|
| Detroit | $3,105 – $8,280 |
| Grand Rapids | $2,808 – $7,488 |
What Moves the Price in Michigan
Property type shifts ALTA Survey cost more than geography does. These carry the largest premiums over a standard commercial parcel:
- Junkyard / Salvage Yard — +60% ($4,320–$11,520 in Michigan).
- Gas Station — +50% ($4,050–$10,800 in Michigan).
- Dry Cleaner — +40% ($3,780–$10,080 in Michigan).
- Manufacturing Facility — +40% ($3,780–$10,080 in Michigan).
- Shooting Range — +35% ($3,645–$9,720 in Michigan).
- Marina / Boat Storage — +35% ($3,645–$9,720 in Michigan).
Michigan ALTA Survey Cost by Parcel Size
After property type, acreage is the largest driver of an ALTA survey quote — more boundary to walk, more corners to set, more field days. Applied to Michigan pricing:
| Parcel size | Multiplier | Michigan cost |
|---|---|---|
| 0-1 acres | 1× | $2,700 – $7,200 |
| 1-5 acres | 1.2× | $3,240 – $8,640 |
| 5-10 acres | 1.5× | $4,050 – $10,800 |
| 10-25 acres | 2× | $5,400 – $14,400 |
| 25-50 acres | 2.5× | $6,750 – $18,000 |
| 50+ acres | 3× | $8,100 – $21,600 |
Turnaround and Rush Pricing in Michigan
Standard turnaround is about 14 days from engagement in Michigan. Rush service compresses that to roughly 5 days and prices at $4,050–$10,800 — a 50% premium. The binding constraint is usually the title commitment and field crew scheduling, so getting the title work moving early buys more time than paying a rush premium.
Ask any Michigan provider what their quoted turnaround actually starts from — engagement, retainer receipt, or receipt of the title commitment. That definition is where most schedule disputes come from.
Lender Survey Requirements
Which lender is financing the Michigan deal determines both the Table A items your surveyor must include and how recently the survey must be dated. A survey that ages out has to be re-certified or re-run:
| Lender | Table A items | Survey age limit |
|---|---|---|
| Fannie Mae Multifamily | 14 | 360 days before recording |
| Freddie Mac Multifamily | 14 | 90 days before Note date |
| SBA 7(a) Loan | 14 | Per title company requirements |
| SBA 504 Loan | 14 | Per title company requirements |
| HUD/FHA Multifamily | 19 | 90 days for new surveys |
| CMBS (Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities) | 15 | Typically 180 days |
| Conventional Commercial | 11 | Varies by lender |
Confirm the requirement set before you commission the survey — adding a Table A item after fieldwork usually means a second site visit. The Table A configurator builds the exact item list for your lender.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a ALTA Survey cost in Michigan?
A ALTA Survey in Michigan typically costs $2,700 to $7,200, about 10% below the national base rate. Property type and scope move the figure more than location does.
How many ALTA Survey providers serve Michigan?
We track 15 firms serving Michigan: 0 with a verified Michigan presence and 15 national providers that cover the state.
Do I need a Michigan-licensed surveyor?
Yes. Land surveying is a state-licensed profession, and an ALTA/NSPS survey of Michigan property must be sealed by a surveyor licensed in Michigan. National firms meet this by holding licences in each state they serve, so confirm the licence covers Michigan before engaging.