Maricopa County, Arizona • Recorder, deeds and recorded documents • Reviewed September 13, 2026
Maricopa County AZ Recorder: Deeds, Recorded Documents, Copies, Fees and Office Guide
The Maricopa County Recorder records and preserves deeds, plats, liens, deeds of trust, releases and many other public documents for Maricopa County, Arizona.
Use the Recorder when you need a recorded deed, certified copy, recording number, document image, title alert, eRecording information or recording-fee guidance.
Use the Maricopa County Assessor for current ownership, parcel/APN details and property values. Use the Maricopa County Treasurer for tax bills and tax payments.
Fast answer
Maricopa County Recorder Quick Facts
Phoenix, AZ 85003. This is the main downtown Recorder’s Office.
Use this number for recorded-document, recording and copy questions.
Monday through Friday, except county holidays.
Maricopa County lists Justin Heap as County Recorder.
Most documents except plats and surveys use the statutory $30 recording fee.
Certification adds $3 per document when a certified copy is needed.
A recorded deed is a public record. It is not the same as a title opinion, legal advice, a property-tax bill or proof that every ownership issue has been resolved.
Use the right office
Recorder vs Assessor vs Treasurer in Maricopa County
Maricopa County Recorder’s Office
Use for: deeds, plats, liens, releases, document recording, recorded-document search, official copies and certified copies.
Address: 301 W Jefferson St, Second Floor, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Phone: 602-506-3535
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Open Recorder websiteMaricopa County Assessor
Use for: APN/parcel lookup, current ownership display, mailing address, property classification, property values and exemptions.
Address: 301 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Phone: 602-506-3406
Assessor: Eddie Cook
Open Assessor websiteMaricopa County Treasurer
Use for: property-tax bills, tax payments, tax statements, delinquent taxes, tax liens and tax-account questions.
Address: 301 W Jefferson St, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Phone: 602-506-8511
Treasurer: John M. Allen
Open Treasurer websiteMain Recorder office map
The main Recorder’s Office is in downtown Phoenix at 301 W Jefferson St, Second Floor, Suite 200.
Check current directions and parking before visiting because downtown county offices can have event, construction or security-related changes.
Recorded document search
How to Search Maricopa County Recorded Documents
The Maricopa County Recorded Document Search is the main place to look for recorded deeds, deeds of trust, releases, liens, affidavits and other recorded instruments.
The Recorder states that its office has more than 52 million online searchable documents, with records dating back to 1871.
Use the grantor or grantee name from the deed, trust, business or prior owner.
If the property is held by an LLC, trust or HOA, search the business-name field instead of only a personal name.
Use recording dates if you know the closing, refinance, release, lien or transfer period.
Unofficial images may be viewable online. Official or certified copies require the purchase option.
The recording number is the key reference for copy requests, certification checks and follow-up questions.
Search not working? Try these fixes
Use fewer words: try only the surname, business name, trust name or one distinctive name.
Check old owners: older deeds may appear under the prior owner, trustee, lender or title company.
Remove punctuation: try the business name with and without commas, periods, hyphens or “LLC.”
Use the Assessor first: search the parcel at the Assessor website and use the deed number shown on the owner record.
Use a title company for title work: the Recorder provides public records but does not perform a legal title search for you.
Deeds and transfers
What to Know Before Recording a Deed in Maricopa County
Arizona deed recordings often need either an Affidavit of Property Value or a valid exemption notation on the document.
Arizona law says the county recorder shall refuse to record certain deeds and real-property sale contracts when a required affidavit is missing and no valid exemption is noted.
Affidavit of Property Value
This Arizona Department of Revenue form records sale price, sale date and other required transfer information.
Open ADOR Affidavit of Property ValueExemption code instead of affidavit
If the deed qualifies for an A.R.S. § 11-1134 exemption, the exemption must be noted on the face of the instrument.
Open A.R.S. § 11-1134 exemptionsThe Recorder states that staff cannot provide legal advice, provide documents, help complete documents or provide notary services.
Costs
Maricopa County Recording Fees and Copy Fees
Fees can change by statute or county update. Always confirm the current fee schedule before mailing or submitting a document.
Standard recording fee for most instruments, except plats and surveys.
Additional plat or survey pages are listed separately by the Recorder.
Use this for ordinary copies of recorded documents.
Add certification when an official certified copy is required.
The Recorder lists no fee for military discharge documents under the cited statute.
Eligible eRecording users are billed standard recording fees.
Submitting documents
How to Record a Document in Maricopa County
Use the correct deed, release, affidavit, lien or other instrument before visiting or submitting.
Arizona recording requirements can include page format, title, margins, signatures, notary acknowledgment and legal description details.
For deeds and sale contracts, confirm whether an Affidavit of Property Value or statutory exemption notation is required.
Use the downtown office, a recording kiosk, mail or eRecording if you are eligible for digital recording.
Kiosks accept credit card for recordings. Mail and counter payment rules should be verified before submitting.
After recording, save the recording number and image/copy information for future reference.
Recording requirements
Use this page before submitting because documents that fail Arizona recording requirements may be rejected.
Open recording form requirementsDigital recording program
eRecording is mainly for eligible institutional, legal, government and trusted submitters.
Open digital recording programOfficial copies
How to Get a Copy or Certified Copy of a Maricopa County Deed
You can usually view an unofficial recorded document image through the Recorded Document Search after locating the correct record.
For official use, purchase an official copy or certified copy through the Recorder’s purchase options, in person or by mail.
- Search the recorded document database by name, business name or recording date.
- Open the correct result and confirm the document code, recording number and parties.
- Select the colored pages/image option to preview when available.
- Use the buying or purchasing option for official copies.
- Edit the purchase before checkout to select download, mail delivery or certification.
Fraud awareness and privacy
Title Alert, Redaction and Restricted Records
Maricopa Title Alert can notify you when a document is recorded using a registered name or business name.
It does not prevent recording and it does not prove fraud. It is an early-warning tool that helps you review new recordings faster.
Maricopa Title Alert
Use this if you want alerts for recordings tied to your name, business name or property-related name variation.
Open Maricopa Title AlertRedaction and blocked records
Some people and some record types may qualify for restricted access or redaction under Arizona law.
Open redaction informationLocations
Main Office and Recording Kiosk Locations
The downtown Phoenix office is the main Recorder location. The county also lists recording kiosks at several regional public locations.
Kiosk availability can change. The Recorder states that the only payment method accepted for recordings at kiosks is credit card.
Main Downtown Office
301 W Jefferson St, Second Floor, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sun City Library Kiosk
16828 N 99th Ave, Sun City, AZ 85351
Listed kiosk hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–4:00 PM
Georgia T. Lord Library Kiosk
1900 N Civic Square, Goodyear, AZ 85395
Listed kiosk hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–4:00 PM
Northeast Regional Court Center Kiosk
18380 N 40th St, Unit 130, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Listed kiosk hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–4:00 PM
Ed Robson Library Kiosk
9330 E Riggs Rd, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248
Listed kiosk hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–4:00 PM
Southeast Regional Library Kiosk
775 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234
The Recorder’s location page has listed this kiosk as currently unavailable. Verify before visiting.
Record decoder
How to Read a Maricopa County Recorded Document Result
Recording number: the unique number assigned after the Recorder accepts and records the document.
Document code: a short category code such as deed, deed of trust, affidavit, release, lien or plat-related record.
Grantor: usually the person or entity giving, releasing, encumbering or transferring an interest.
Grantee: usually the person or entity receiving the interest, benefit, release or recorded right.
Recording date: the date the document became part of the public record.
Document image: the scanned image. It may be unofficial unless purchased as an official or certified copy.
Legal description: the property description used in the document. Do not replace a legal description with only a street address.
Public records requests
Recorded Document Search vs Public Records Request
If you need a recorded deed or recorded property document, start with the Recorded Document Search instead of filing a general public records request.
Public records requests are more useful for voter data, communications, internal records or other records that are not simply recorded property documents.
Open public records request pageDecision path
What Should You Do Next?
I need my deed: search the Recorder by name, business name or recording date, then purchase an official copy if needed.
I need current owner or APN: search the Maricopa County Assessor first, then use the deed number if you need the recorded image.
I need to record a deed: check Arizona recording requirements, affidavit/exemption rules and the Recorder fee schedule before submitting.
I need a tax bill: use the Maricopa County Treasurer, not the Recorder.
I think a document was fraudulently recorded: sign up for Title Alert, review the document and contact a qualified attorney or law-enforcement agency when appropriate.
I need legal title advice: contact a title company, real-estate attorney or estate professional. The Recorder cannot provide legal advice.
Important caution
Independent Information, Legal Caution and FCRA Notice
This page is independent informational content. It is not the official website of the Maricopa County Recorder, Maricopa County Assessor, Maricopa County Treasurer or any government agency.
This page is not legal advice, title advice, tax advice, a title search, a certified public record or an official recording determination.
Recording requirements, fees, forms, office locations, hours and portal behavior can change. Verify current details directly with the responsible office before recording or purchasing documents.
Do not use property-record or recorded-document information for employment screening, tenant screening, credit eligibility, insurance underwriting or any purpose regulated by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
FAQs
Maricopa County Recorder FAQs
Where do I search Maricopa County recorded deeds?
Use the Maricopa County Recorded Document Search. Search by personal name, business name, trust name, recording date or known recording information.
What is the Maricopa County Recorder’s main office address?
The main Recorder’s Office is at 301 W Jefferson St, Second Floor, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85003.
What phone number should I call for the Maricopa County Recorder?
Call 602-506-3535 for Recorder’s Office questions about recorded documents, recording services, copies and related office services.
Does the Recorder show current property ownership?
The Recorder shows recorded documents. For current ownership display, APN, parcel data and property values, use the Maricopa County Assessor.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Maricopa County?
The standard fee for most recorded documents is $30 per instrument. Always check the official fee schedule before submitting because plats, surveys, copies and certifications have separate fees.
How much is a certified copy from the Maricopa County Recorder?
Recorded document copies are listed at $1 per page. Certification adds $3 per document when a certified copy is selected.
Does a deed need an Affidavit of Property Value?
Many Arizona title transfers require an Affidavit of Property Value unless a statutory exemption applies and the exemption is noted on the document.
Can Recorder staff tell me which deed form to use?
No. The Recorder states that staff cannot provide legal advice, provide documents, help complete documents or provide notary services.
Can I record at a Maricopa County kiosk?
Maricopa County lists several recording kiosks, but availability can change. Kiosk recordings accept credit card only, so check the location page before visiting.
Does Maricopa Title Alert stop deed fraud?
No. Title Alert can notify you when a document is recorded with a registered name, but it does not prevent recording or replace legal review.
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