DuPage County, Illinois • Recorder deeds and official records guide • Reviewed September 13, 2026
DuPage County IL Recorder: Deeds, Official Records, Search Steps, Fees, Copies and Recording Help
The DuPage County Recorder records and maintains official documents for property located in DuPage County, Illinois.
Use this office for deeds, mortgages, releases, liens, lis pendens, judgments, UCCs, plats, transfer-on-death instruments and other recorded land documents.
Do not use one county office for every property problem.
The Recorder handles documents. The Supervisor of Assessments and township assessors handle value and assessment records. The Treasurer handles tax bills and payments.
If you only need a deed image, start with the online search portal. If you need to record a deed, check the fee schedule, PTAX/MyDec rules and municipal transfer stamps first.
Fast answer
DuPage County Recorder Quick Facts
DuPage County lists Elizabeth Chaplin as Recorder, sworn in December 2, 2024.
Jack T. Knuepfer Administration Building, First Floor 1-400, Wheaton, IL 60187.
Use for general Recorder questions, recording questions and fee confirmation.
Use for recorded-document research and certified-copy questions.
General Recorder email published by DuPage County.
The office is closed on observed county holidays.
The Recorder’s online system provides indexed documents and digital images from this date forward.
Use the Permanent Parcel Number when address or name searching is unclear.
Use a simple street-number and street-name search when the portal is sensitive.
The official Recorder instructions say to complete only one field in the search portal first. Too many filters can hide the correct deed.
Address and map
DuPage County Recorder Office, Mailing Address and Map
Recorder’s Office
Building: Jack T. Knuepfer Administration Building
Room: First Floor 1-400
Street: 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187
Mailing: Elizabeth Chaplin, DuPage County Recorder, P.O. Box 936, Wheaton, IL 60187
Main: 630-407-5400
Fax: 630-407-5300
TDD: 630-407-5399
Department Emails
General: recorder@dupagecounty.gov
Research: recorderresearch@dupagecounty.gov
Accounting: recorderaccounting@dupagecounty.gov
Use the research email when the question is about finding or ordering a recorded document.
Use accounting for payment or account questions connected to Recorder services.
Map to the Recorder’s Office
The Recorder is on the DuPage County campus in Wheaton.
Search the document online before visiting. Bring the document number, PIN, party name and recording date if you already found them.
Online document search
How to Search DuPage County Deeds and Recorded Documents Online
DuPage County’s Recorder portal is the main online system for deed and official-record research.
The portal can search by name, bank name, trust number, subdivision or business name, address, PIN, document number, document type and record-date range.
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Open the official search portal.
Use the Recorder’s own Search Documents page, not a third-party deed-copy website.
Open DuPage Recorder Search DocumentsAfter opening:Start with one search field. Use document number if known, or try PIN, owner surname, business name or a simplified address.
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Search by name when you know a party.
Try grantor, grantee, borrower, lender, trust name, company name or prior owner.
Use fewer words if a business or trust name search fails.
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Search by PIN when address is unreliable.
DuPage calls the parcel number a Permanent Parcel Number, or PIN.
It is commonly written like 05-21-307-001.
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Use document number for exact records.
DuPage document numbers often appear in a format like R2014-123456.
This is the cleanest way to pull a specific deed, mortgage or release.
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Open the document number.
The search results list document numbers. Select the correct number to view details.
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Select View/Print Document.
The official instructions say the document displays as a PDF.
Save the PDF and document number before leaving the portal.
DuPage says in-office property records are searchable from 1839 to present. Online searches reach 1961 by name, 1984/1985 by PIN, 1995 by property address and the 1800s for plats.
Record-result decoder
What You May See in a DuPage Recorder Search Result
Use this when ordering a certified copy or matching a release to an earlier mortgage.
This tells you what kind of document was recorded.
This can differ from the signing, closing or notarization date.
Names help connect a document to the correct owner, lender or trust.
Use this to connect the recorded document to the property database and tax bill.
Do not replace a legal description with only a street address when preparing a deed.
The Recorder can help locate recorded documents. A full title search is normally performed and insured by a title company.
Recording workflow
How to Record a Deed or Property Document in DuPage County
A deed is recorded when the document meets statutory requirements and the required fees are paid.
The Recorder stamps the document with a recording number and date, indexes it, images it and returns it to the submitter.
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Confirm the property is in DuPage County.
A mailing city can cross county lines. Confirm the PIN and county before recording.
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Prepare the completed deed.
The Recorder cannot choose the correct deed or prepare legal language for you.
Use an attorney for trusts, estates, divorce, TODI, business ownership or unusual title issues.
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Add required property details.
Prepare the PIN, property address, legal description, grantee or taxpayer name and address, and preparer’s name and address.
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Check PTAX or exemption requirements.
Many Illinois transfers need a PTAX-203 declaration, MyDec filing or exemption statement.
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Check municipal transfer stamps.
Some DuPage municipalities require a transfer stamp or exempt stamp before recording.
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Verify the recording fee.
Use the current Recorder fee schedule before mailing, walking in or eRecording.
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Submit the document.
Submit in person, by mail or through an approved eRecording vendor when eligible.
Official Recorder FAQ for recording
Open Recorder FAQsReview “What do I need to record a deed?” and “How do I record my document?” before signing, mailing or visiting.
Prevent rejection
DuPage Standard Document Rules and Nonstandard Fee Traps
DuPage’s fee page separates standard documents from nonstandard documents.
A document that fails the standard formatting rules can cost more or be returned.
Paper: use individual 8.5 × 11 inch sheets, not permanently bound or continuous-form paper.
Printing: use legible black ink by hand, type or computer. Signatures and dates may use contrasting colors if they reproduce clearly.
Paper weight: use white paper of at least 20-pound weight.
Margins: keep at least one-half inch of clean margin on top, bottom and sides.
Recorder space: keep a blank space at least 3 × 5 inches in the upper-right corner of the first page.
No attachments: do not staple or permanently attach items to document pages.
Reference limit: standard formatting references five or fewer PINs, tax parcels or document numbers.
Official forms and fee schedules
Open Forms and Fee SchedulesCheck the document class, standard-document rules, current fee amount, copy charges, payment methods and convenience fees before submitting.
Fees and payment
DuPage County Recorder Fees, Copy Charges and Payment Rules
Current fee schedule lists deeds as Document Class 1.
Document Class 3 mortgage recordings use the listed standard fee.
Document Class 4 easements use the listed standard fee.
Applies when the document fails standard formatting rules.
Applies to maps or plats of additions, subdivisions or other plat documents.
UCC termination is listed separately at $65, with nonconforming termination at $70.
Research-office and electronic/faxed copies use the listed per-page copy fee.
Certification is charged in addition to copy charges.
Applies to phone, email, fax and mailed requests.
DuPage lists credit cards, checks payable to DuPage County Recorder with no starter checks, money orders payable to DuPage County Recorder and cash.
The county states fees are subject to change without notice. Do not mail an old recording fee from a saved PDF or prior closing.
Illinois transfer declaration
PTAX-203, MyDec and Real Estate Transfer Declarations
Many Illinois real-estate transfers require a PTAX declaration or a valid exemption statement.
DuPage County says questions about Real Estate Transfer Declarations should go to the Illinois Department of Revenue.
MyDec
DuPage has accepted PTAX-203 forms completed through MyDec since January 14, 2015.
MyDec helps prepare the transfer declaration. It does not replace recording the deed with the Recorder.
PTAX resources
The Recorder links PTAX-203, PTAX-203A, PTAX-203B and PTAX-203NR resources.
The Illinois Department of Revenue Help line listed by DuPage is 844-445-1114.
Illinois MyDec
Open Illinois MyTax / MyDecChoose the MyDec transfer-declaration option, complete the required declaration or exemption workflow, then keep the confirmation with the deed package.
Illinois PTAX forms
Open Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration PageSelect the PTAX form that matches the transaction. Do not assume a family, trust, estate, no-cash or correction deed is exempt without checking the rule.
Local transfer stamps
DuPage Municipal Transfer Stamps and Township PIN Checks
Some DuPage municipalities require a transfer stamp or exempt stamp before a deed is recorded.
The Recorder warns that municipal fees can change without notice, so the city or village should be contacted directly.
Open common municipal transfer-stamp rates
Addison: $2.50 per $1,000 • exemption stamp $50
Aurora: $3.00 per $1,000 • exemption stamp $30
Bartlett: $3.00 per $1,000 • exemption stamp no charge
Bolingbrook: $7.50 per $1,000 • exemption stamp $50
Carol Stream: $3.00 per $1,000 • exemption stamp $25
Elmhurst: $1.50 per $1,000 • exemption stamp $30
Glen Ellyn: $3.00 per $1,000 • exemption stamp no charge
Naperville: $3.00 per $1,000 • exemption stamp no charge
Wheaton: $2.50 per $1,000 • exemption stamp $25
Woodridge: $2.50 per $1,000 • exemption stamp $25
Open township PIN area guide
Area 01: Wayne Township
Area 02: Bloomingdale Township
Area 03: Addison Township
Area 04: Winfield Township
Area 05: Milton Township
Area 06: York Township
Area 07: Naperville Township
Area 08: Lisle Township
Area 09 and 10: Downers Grove Township
Official transfer-stamp and township list
Open Townships and Transfer StampsFind the city or village first, then call the municipality before recording. Also use the township list when you need to verify an active PIN.
Copies and certification
How to Get a DuPage County Deed Copy or Certified Copy
Online imaging and printing are available at no charge through the Recorder’s Search Online system.
Certified copies and Research Department copy services have separate fees.
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Search the document first.
Find the document number, recording date and number of pages when possible.
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Use View/Print Document for basic research.
This is usually enough when you only need a working copy for personal records.
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Ask whether certification is required.
A lender, court, title company or agency may require a certified copy.
- Contact Recorder Research for certified copies.
The Recorder says it is not affiliated with outside deed providers. Compare any private offer with the county’s current copy and certification fees before paying.
Fraud monitoring
DuPage County Property Fraud Alert
DuPage County offers a free Property Fraud Alert subscription for recorded-document monitoring.
It can notify you when a matching name or property-related record appears, but it does not stop or invalidate a recording by itself.
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Prepare name variations.
Include owner names, trust names, business names, maiden names and common spelling variations.
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Subscribe through the official alert page.
The Recorder lists online sign-up and a phone option at 1-800-728-3858.
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Review alerts quickly.
If an alert arrives, search the Recorder portal by document number and contact the Recorder or a legal professional if needed.
Official Property Fraud Alert page
Open Property Fraud AlertChoose the sign-up button or call 1-800-728-3858. Register name variations, then save the confirmation and monitor your email.
Electronic recording
DuPage County eRecording Vendors and Limits
DuPage County provides eRecording for property located in DuPage County.
Recorded document types include deeds, mortgages, assignments of mortgage, modifications, releases, satisfactions, liens, lis pendens, judgments and UCCs.
Approved vendor path
DuPage lists CSC, eRecording Partners Network, Hopdox, Indecomm Global Services and Simplifile as vendor options.
Vendor setup fees are determined between the customer and the vendor.
Important eRecording limit
DuPage currently states that plats and DD-214s are not being accepted for eRecording.
Use the Recorder’s instructions before sending a file through a vendor.
Official eRecording instructions
Open Online eRecordingConfirm the document type, select a listed vendor, set up the account through that vendor and verify that plats or DD-214s are not submitted through eRecording.
Office role decoder
Recorder vs Supervisor of Assessments vs Treasurer vs Township Assessor
Recorder of Deeds
Use for deeds, mortgages, releases, liens, judgments, UCCs, plats and certified recorded copies.
Recorder Research can help locate recorded documents, but the office does not provide full title searches.
Supervisor of Assessments
Use for assessment records, senior exemptions, veterans exemptions, Board of Review information and county assessment oversight.
The office also works with DuPage’s nine township assessors.
Township Assessor
Use for initial assessed valuation questions, active PIN questions and local property-characteristic review.
DuPage says township assessors provide online property databases on their websites.
County Treasurer
Use for real-estate tax bills, payment status, duplicate payments, tax payment deadlines and property-tax collection.
The Treasurer does not determine property values.
DuPage property lookup
Open Property Records SearchUse parcel number, address, billing name or map search to find the PIN, tax bill, assessment data and property details. Return to the Recorder portal for deed images.
DuPage Treasurer
Open Treasurer WebsiteUse this office for real-estate tax bills, payment status, duplicate payment questions and tax collection. Do not ask the Recorder to correct a tax bill.
Privacy correction
Redaction Requests for Personal Information in Recorded Documents
DuPage provides a redaction request process for certain personal information in recorded documents.
The official form asks for document numbers only and warns not to submit extra personal information.
Possible items: Social Security number, employer taxpayer ID, driver’s license number, state ID number, passport number, bank account number or credit/debit card number.
Document number required: use the Recorder search portal first and write down document numbers such as R1985-327124.
Important limit: the form is for recorded documents by document number, not for general removal of a name or ownership record.
Official redaction request
Open Redaction RequestSearch and confirm the document number first. Then complete the request with only the document numbers and the type of personal information to be reviewed.
Decision path
What Should You Do Next?
I need my deed: search by owner name, PIN or document number, then use View/Print Document.
I need a certified deed copy: find the document number, then call Recorder Research at 630-407-5401.
I need to record a deed: check deed content, PTAX/MyDec, municipal stamps, PIN, legal description and fee before submitting.
I need to know the current owner or property value: use DuPage Property Records and the township assessor, then match Recorder documents if needed.
I need a property-tax bill: use the DuPage County Treasurer, not the Recorder.
I found personal data in a document: search the document number, then use the Recorder’s redaction request page.
I received a fraud alert: search the document number and contact the Recorder or a legal professional promptly.
I need a full title search: use a title company or attorney. The Recorder does not insure title-search results.
Important caution
Independent Information, Legal Caution and Property-Records Notice
This page is independent informational content for DuPage County property-record users.
It is not the official website of DuPage County, the Recorder, the Supervisor of Assessments, a township assessor, the Treasurer or the Illinois Department of Revenue.
It is not legal advice, tax advice, title advice, a title search, a certified copy, a recording decision or an official fee quote.
Recording rules, fees, forms, portal functions, municipal transfer stamps and office hours can change.
Verify current requirements directly with the responsible office before recording, paying fees, relying on a deed or ordering a certified copy.
Do not use property-record information for employment screening, tenant screening, credit eligibility, insurance underwriting or any purpose regulated by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
FAQs
DuPage County Recorder FAQs
Where can I search DuPage County deeds online?
Use the official DuPage County Recorder Search Documents portal.
You can search by name, PIN, property address, document number, document type, trust information, subdivision, business name or date range.
How far back do DuPage County Recorder records go?
DuPage says in-office property records can be searched from 1839 to present.
Online searches reach 1961 by name, 1984/1985 by PIN, 1995 by property address and the 1800s for plats.
What is a DuPage County PIN?
PIN means Permanent Parcel Number.
DuPage’s example is written like 05-21-307-001, with the first part tied to township area.
Is it free to view and print DuPage Recorder documents online?
The Recorder says imaging and printing through Search Online are available at no charge.
Certified copies and Research Department copy services have separate fees.
How much does a certified DuPage deed copy cost?
The current Recorder schedule lists document copies at $0.50 per page and certification at $5 per document.
A $5 service charge applies to phone, email, fax and mailed requests.
How much does it cost to record a deed in DuPage County?
The current fee schedule lists deeds at $86 and nonstandard documents at $112.
Fees can change, so verify the live schedule before submitting payment.
What do I need to record a DuPage County deed?
Prepare the completed deed, PTAX form or exemption statement, municipal transfer stamp if needed, PIN, legal description, property address, grantee or taxpayer address and preparer information.
A metes-and-bounds affidavit may also be required in some cases.
Does DuPage County accept MyDec?
Yes. DuPage says it has accepted PTAX-203 forms completed using MyDec since January 14, 2015.
Questions about the declaration itself should go to the Illinois Department of Revenue.
Can I electronically record a deed in DuPage County?
Yes. DuPage offers eRecording through approved vendors for many property documents.
The county currently says plats and DD-214s are not accepted through eRecording.
Does DuPage County offer property fraud alerts?
Yes. DuPage offers free Property Fraud Alert enrollment online or by calling 1-800-728-3858.
The alert is a monitoring tool and does not prevent or undo a recording by itself.
Official resources
Official DuPage County and Illinois Resources
DuPage County Recorder
Open Recorder Official SiteUse the Recorder menu for search, forms, fee schedules, eRecording, transfer stamps, redaction requests and property fraud alerts.
Search Records Online
Open Search InstructionsRead the official steps, then select Start Searching. Complete one search field first and open the document number from the results.
Recorder Search Documents Portal
Open Search DocumentsSearch by name, PIN, address, document number, document type or date range. Select View/Print Document to open the PDF image.
Forms and Fee Schedules
Open Forms and FeesConfirm current recording fees, copy fees, certification fee, payment methods, document class rules and standard-document formatting rules.
eRecording
Open Online eRecordingReview the document types accepted, choose an approved vendor and confirm that plats and DD-214s are not submitted through eRecording.
Property Fraud Alert
Open Property Fraud AlertSubscribe online or call 1-800-728-3858. Register owner names, trust names, business names and other useful variations.
Transfer Stamps and Townships
Open Transfer StampsCheck the municipality first, then call the city or village because transfer-stamp fees can change without notice to the Recorder.
Redaction Request
Open Redaction RequestSearch the document number first. Submit only the document numbers and the personal-information category requested by the official form.
Supervisor of Assessments
Open Supervisor of AssessmentsUse this office for assessment data, exemptions, Board of Review information and township assessor coordination.
DuPage Property Records Search
Open Property LookupSearch by PIN, address, billing name or map. Use this to find PIN, assessed value, tax bill and property details before searching Recorder documents.
DuPage Treasurer
Open TreasurerUse the Treasurer for real-estate tax bills, payment status, duplicate payments, tax-due questions and electronic billing.
Illinois Counties Code
Open Illinois Counties CodeUse state law for recorder authority, recording rules and statutory fee framework. Ask an attorney for legal interpretation.