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Recording a Deed or Document in Washington County, AR
Washington County (population 245,866) records real-property documents through the Washington County Circuit Clerk (ex officio County Recorder). Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
Washington County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Washington County Circuit Clerk (ex officio County Recorder)
- Recording fee
- $15.00 (real property instruments, e.g. deeds/mortgages) first / $5.00 per additional page (two-sided page counts as 2 pages) add'l (+No separate rider/archive fee identified; additional-page fee ($5/pg) applies to any attached exhibits/legal-description riders. Real Property Transfer Tax of $3.30 per $1,000 of consideration applies to deeds over $100.)
- Mailing address
- 280 N College Ave, Suite 302, Fayetteville, AR 72701 (Circuit Clerk, Washington County Courthouse)
- Phone
- (479) 444-1538
- Checks payable to
- Washington County Circuit Clerk
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC, ePN
Formatting note: No mandatory statewide cover sheet; document must show a legal description, grantor/grantee names, prior instrument reference (book/page or instrument #), and preparer name/address on the first page
Can you e-record in Washington County?
Yes. Washington County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Washington County, Arkansas
- Prepare the document so it meets Washington County formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit electronically through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, or by mail to Washington County Circuit Clerk (ex officio County Recorder) at 280 N College Ave, Suite 302, Fayetteville, AR 72701 (Circuit Clerk, Washington County Courthouse).
- Pay the recording fee ($15.00 (real property instruments, e.g. deeds/mortgages) first / $5.00 per additional page (two-sided page counts as 2 pages) add'l (+No separate rider/archive fee identified; additional-page fee ($5/pg) applies to any attached exhibits/legal-description riders. Real Property Transfer Tax of $3.30 per $1,000 of consideration applies to deeds over $100.)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
Let Jurably record it for you
Skip the courthouse. Upload your signed document to Jurably and we prepare it to Washington County standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, e-record it through the county’s approved network, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Washington County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Washington County?
The Washington County Circuit Clerk (ex officio County Recorder) charges $15.00 (real property instruments, e.g. deeds/mortgages) first / $5.00 per additional page (two-sided page counts as 2 pages) add'l (+No separate rider/archive fee identified; additional-page fee ($5/pg) applies to any attached exhibits/legal-description riders. Real Property Transfer Tax of $3.30 per $1,000 of consideration applies to deeds over $100.), with checks payable to Washington County Circuit Clerk. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Washington County?
Yes. Washington County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
Where do I send documents for recording in Washington County?
Mail recordings to Washington County Circuit Clerk (ex officio County Recorder): 280 N College Ave, Suite 302, Fayetteville, AR 72701 (Circuit Clerk, Washington County Courthouse) ((479) 444-1538).
Can Jurably record my document in Washington County for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, e-records it through the county’s approved network, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Washington County recorder in person.
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