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Recording a Deed or Document in DeKalb County, IN
DeKalb County (population 43,272) records real-property documents through the DeKalb County Recorder's Office. 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.
DeKalb County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- DeKalb County Recorder's Office
- Recording fee
- Deeds and all other instruments $25.00; Mortgages $55.00 first / unverified exact per-oversize-page fee (statewide standard ~$5.00, not independently confirmed for DeKalb) add'l (+Mechanic's Lien $25.00 (incl. 1 mailout, $2.00 each addl mailout); Copies 11"x17" or smaller $1.00/page, larger $5.00/page; Certification of document $5.00)
- Mailing address
- 100 S Main St, Courthouse, Auburn, IN 46706
- Phone
- 260-925-2112
- Checks payable to
- unverified (likely "DeKalb County Recorder")
- Electronic recording
- Paper / mail
Can you e-record in DeKalb County?
DeKalb County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
How to record a document in DeKalb County, Indiana
- Prepare the document so it meets DeKalb 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 by mail to DeKalb County Recorder's Office at 100 S Main St, Courthouse, Auburn, IN 46706.
- Pay the recording fee (Deeds and all other instruments $25.00; Mortgages $55.00 first / unverified exact per-oversize-page fee (statewide standard ~$5.00, not independently confirmed for DeKalb) add'l (+Mechanic's Lien $25.00 (incl. 1 mailout, $2.00 each addl mailout); Copies 11"x17" or smaller $1.00/page, larger $5.00/page; Certification of document $5.00)).
- 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 DeKalb County standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, record it by certified mail, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
DeKalb County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in DeKalb County?
The DeKalb County Recorder's Office charges Deeds and all other instruments $25.00; Mortgages $55.00 first / unverified exact per-oversize-page fee (statewide standard ~$5.00, not independently confirmed for DeKalb) add'l (+Mechanic's Lien $25.00 (incl. 1 mailout, $2.00 each addl mailout); Copies 11"x17" or smaller $1.00/page, larger $5.00/page; Certification of document $5.00), with checks payable to unverified (likely "DeKalb County Recorder"). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in DeKalb County?
DeKalb County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
Where do I send documents for recording in DeKalb County?
Mail recordings to DeKalb County Recorder's Office: 100 S Main St, Courthouse, Auburn, IN 46706 (260-925-2112).
Can Jurably record my document in DeKalb County for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, records it by mail, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the DeKalb County recorder in person.
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