York County, Pennsylvania • Recorder of Deeds / land records guide • reviewed September 19, 2026
York County PA Recorder of Deeds: Search, Office, Deeds, Copies, Recording Fees & Records Alert
The York County Recorder of Deeds records and maintains real estate documents for York County, Pennsylvania.
This includes deeds, mortgages, quitclaim deeds, releases, satisfactions, easements, right-of-way documents, plans, UCC filings, military discharge papers and notary bonds.
The current Recorder of Deeds is Laura J. Shue. The office is located at 28 East Market Street, Suite 122, York, PA 17401-1590.
Use this guide to search deed records, locate deed book and page, request copies, understand recording fees, prepare documents correctly and sign up for records alerts.
Start here
York County Recorder of Deeds Quick Facts
Records and maintains real estate documents in York County, Pennsylvania.
The Recorder of Deeds is an elected county office with a four-year term.
York, PA 17401-1590.
Main Recorder of Deeds office number.
Use only when the office specifically asks for faxed information.
Recorder office hours listed by York County.
York lists Landex for modern access and IQS for older document access.
For standard pages printed from public records.
Free alert service tied to York County Property ID numbers.
York County prohibits using a camera, cell phone or image-capturing equipment to photograph or scan books or computer screens inside the Recorder of Deeds office.
Correct office
Recorder, Assessment, Treasurer and Prothonotary: Who Handles What?
York County Recorder of Deeds
Use for: deeds, mortgages, quitclaim deeds, releases, satisfactions, easements, right-of-way documents, plans, notary bonds, military discharges and recorded-document copies.
Address: 28 East Market Street, Suite 122, York, PA 17401-1590
Phone: 717-771-9295
Fax: 717-771-9582
Email: LShue@yorkcountypa.gov
Open Recorder of DeedsYork County Assessment & Tax Claim
Use for: parcel ID, assessment records, property search, mailing address, homestead/farmstead, Clean and Green and tax assessment information.
Address: 28 East Market Street, Room 105, York, PA 17401-1585
Phone: 717-771-9232
Email: RWhite@yorkcountypa.gov
Open Assessment Property SearchYork County Treasurer
Use for: county money, duplicate real estate tax bills, tax receipts, payments and related tax-payment questions.
Phone: 717-771-9603
Email: treasurer@yorkcountypa.gov
The Treasurer does not record deeds and does not change recorded ownership documents.
Open Treasurer OfficeYork County Prothonotary
Use for: civil court filings, judgments and many lien-related searches outside the Recorder’s land-record system.
York’s additional resources page points users to the Prothonotary for judgment and lien information.
The Prothonotary is not the Recorder of Deeds.
Open Prothonotary OfficeRecords search
How to Search York County Deeds and Recorded Documents
York County points users to several public research tools because different record ranges live in different systems.
For many homeowners, the easiest first step is to use the Assessment property search to find the owner record, deed book and page.
York County lists Landex public access for deeds and miscellaneous documents from 1944 forward.
York County lists Landex public access for mortgages from 1974 forward.
York County lists parcel ID lookup access from 2001 forward.
York County points users to IQS for remote access to older document records.
Best for title searchers or users who need repeated searches.
Best for public users who need only a few documents.
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Start with the Assessment property database if you only know the address.
Search by owner, street address or parcel ID.
Open York County Assessment SearchAfter opening: choose Basic Search, agree to the terms, search the owner or address, open the owner record and look for the record book and page. -
Use Landex for modern recorded documents.
York County’s additional resources page links to Landex Remote for frequent users and Landex Webstore for infrequent users.
Open York County Search ResourcesAfter opening: choose Landex Remote if you search often, or Landex Webstore if you only need one or a few documents. -
Use IQS for older records.
York County’s copy instructions say to use IQS for documents and searching prior to 1944.
Open IQS York County SearchAfter opening: choose Search as Guest, then search older deed, mortgage and land records using the names or book/page references you have. -
Search by grantor and grantee names.
For deeds, the grantor is usually the seller or transferring party. The grantee is usually the buyer or receiving party.
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Save the recording reference.
Keep the instrument number, book/page, recording date, parcel ID and party names for copy requests and follow-up searches.
If a deed is hard to find, use the Assessment property record first. York County’s own copy instructions say you will need the deed book and page.
Copies and certification
How to Get a Copy of a Deed or Recorded Public Document
York County says recorded documents are public records except military discharge papers.
You can search for free on public computers in the Recorder’s Office during open hours, and standard office print copies are listed at $0.50 per page.
Public computers are available during office hours.
For standard-size office copies and prints.
Listed for certification of documents.
Listed for 18 inch by 24 inch copies.
York’s copy instructions list this amount for IQS print access.
York says you will need deed book and page to retrieve a deed efficiently.
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Find the deed book and page.
Use the Assessment property database and open the owner record.
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Choose the retrieval method.
Use the Recorder’s public computers, Landex Remote, Landex Webstore or IQS depending on the record date and your search volume.
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Ask for certification if required.
Certification may be required by courts, agencies, title companies or lenders.
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Keep the document reference.
Save book/page, instrument number and recording date for future searches.
Recording workflow
How to Record a Deed or Real Estate Document in York County
York County accepts recordings through the mail, in person at the office and by approved e-recording.
The county’s recording requirements are strict. A document can be rejected if basic Pennsylvania and York County requirements are missing.
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Make sure the document pertains to real estate.
The county recording requirements say documents must pertain to real estate and have original signatures that are properly notarized.
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Use English or include an English translation.
Documents must be in English or include an English translation.
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Get the Uniform Parcel Identifier verified.
York County requires a UPI on all documents before recording. The property location should be listed under the UPI at the top left side of the document.
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Match names exactly.
Names listed as grantors, signatures and acknowledgements must match exactly and should match the prior deed grantee unless an explanation is stated.
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List the municipality and precise address.
The municipality should be stated near the legal description, and deeds must include a precise address for tax-bill mailing.
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Include Statement of Value when required.
A Pennsylvania Statement of Value is required anytime the full market value is not being paid for realty transfer tax.
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Prepare the correct fee.
York County says cash, business check or money order payable to Recorder of Deeds is required for the correct amount.
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Submit by mail, in person or e-recording.
Use the office, mail or approved e-recording vendors depending on your document and submitter type.
Adding someone to title, removing a deceased owner, transferring property into a trust or using a quitclaim deed can affect taxes, liens, estate rights, mortgages and ownership.
Fees and payment
York County Recording Fees and Cost Traps
York County recording costs can change based on document type, page count, number of names, parcel IDs, Statement of Value, plans and transfer tax.
Always use the current county fee page or Pennsylvania deed fee calculator before mailing or presenting a document.
Base fee listed by York County for these common document types.
Listed for deed of dedication and deed of transferable development rights.
Listed for many transfer-related documents, releases and agreements.
Listed for many non-property-transfer miscellaneous real estate documents.
Applies when documents exceed the included four pages.
Applies when documents exceed the included four names.
York lists this per parcel identification number represented on the document as of January 1, 2025.
Added for Pennsylvania Realty Transfer Tax Statement of Value.
Standard copy rate listed for common paper sizes.
York County says the Recorder does not accept e-checks in the Recorder’s office. It lists business check, cash and personal check for recordings, with a returned-check service fee.
Fraud monitoring
York County Records Alert Service
York County offers a free Records Alert Service for homeowners.
The service can notify you when a document is recorded that matches a monitored York County Property ID number.
York County warns that anyone who signed up before May 1, 2026 must create a new subscription in the new system.
York County describes the Records Alert Service as a free service.
Enter all 18 numbers and letters with no hyphens.
The contact method validates and activates the subscription.
The county page says you may add multiple property IDs.
The alert provides a document instrument number and link.
York County says to contact local law enforcement if you suspect fraud.
If you receive an alert, open the document link, review the instrument number, then contact the Recorder or local law enforcement if the recording appears suspicious.
Visit the office
York County Recorder of Deeds Address, Map and Visit Tips
York County Recorder of Deeds
28 East Market Street
Suite 122
York, PA 17401-1590
Phone: 717-771-9295
Fax: 717-771-9582
Email: LShue@yorkcountypa.gov
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:15 PM
Bring the book/page, instrument number, parcel ID, owner names, recording date, document type and correct payment. Do not plan to photograph screens or books in the office.
Avoid mistakes
Common York County Recorder Mistakes
Searching only by address: use Assessment first to find owner, parcel ID, deed book and page.
Using the wrong record system: Landex and IQS cover different record ranges and use cases.
Forgetting UPI verification: York County requires a verified Uniform Parcel Identifier before recording.
Mismatch in names: grantor names, signatures and acknowledgements must match exactly.
Missing municipality: township, borough or city should be stated near the legal description.
Missing precise address: deeds must have a precise address for tax-bill mailing.
Wrong fee amount: pages, names, parcel IDs and Statement of Value can change the fee.
Assuming Recorder staff can give legal advice: consult a qualified professional for deed strategy or title issues.
Decision path
What Should You Do Next?
If you need a deed copy: find the deed book and page through Assessment, then use Landex, IQS or the Recorder’s public computers.
If you need an older record: use IQS for documents and searching prior to 1944, or contact the Recorder for guidance.
If you need to record a deed: check UPI, names, notary, municipality, precise address, Statement of Value and fee first.
If you need judgment or lien information: check the Prothonotary, not only the Recorder.
If you need tax-bill help: use the Treasurer or Assessment office, depending on the issue.
If you want fraud monitoring: sign up for the Records Alert Service using your 18-character Property ID.
Important caution
Independent Information, Legal Caution and Property-Records Notice
This page is independent informational content. It is not the official website of York County, the York County Recorder of Deeds, the Assessment Office, the Treasurer or any government agency.
It is not legal advice, title advice, tax advice, a deed-drafting service, a title search or an official certification of a public record.
Recorded documents can affect ownership, liens, mortgages, estates, trusts, taxes and title rights. Verify current requirements with the official office or a qualified professional before recording or relying on a document.
Do not use property-record information for employment screening, tenant screening, credit eligibility, insurance underwriting or any other FCRA-regulated consumer-reporting purpose.
FAQs
York County PA Recorder of Deeds FAQs
Who is the York County PA Recorder of Deeds?
The current York County Recorder of Deeds is Laura J. Shue.
Where is the York County Recorder of Deeds office located?
The office is located at 28 East Market Street, Suite 122, York, PA 17401-1590.
What is the York County Recorder of Deeds phone number?
The main office phone number is 717-771-9295. The office fax number is 717-771-9582.
What are the York County Recorder of Deeds office hours?
The Recorder office lists hours as Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM.
How do I search York County deed records?
Start with York County Assessment search if you only know the address. Then use Landex for modern recorded documents or IQS for older records.
How far back do online York County deed records go?
York County lists Landex for deeds and miscellaneous documents from 1944 to present, mortgages from 1974 to present and IQS for documents from 1749 to 1980.
How much does a deed copy cost in York County?
York County lists standard copies at $0.50 per page and certification of documents at $1.50.
What is the base recording fee for a deed in York County?
York County lists the base fee for a deed, mortgage and quitclaim deed at $86.25, with added costs for extra pages, names, parcel IDs and other requirements.
Does York County offer property fraud alerts?
Yes. York County offers a free Records Alert Service. If you subscribed before May 1, 2026, the county says you must create a new subscription in the new system.
Can the Recorder of Deeds prepare my deed?
No. The Recorder records documents and maintains records. Deed preparation, title questions and legal advice should be handled by a qualified attorney or title professional.
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