Iowa · Document Recording
Recording a Deed or Document in Dickinson County, IA
Dickinson County (population 17,703) records real-property documents through the Dickinson 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.
Dickinson County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Dickinson County Recorder
- Recording fee
- $7.00 first / $5.00 per additional page add'l (+$5.00 per section/block transferred (auditor's fee); $10 non-conforming document surcharge)
- Mailing address
- Dickinson County Recorder, 1802 Hill Ave Ste. 1500, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
- Phone
- 712-336-1495 (option 5)
- Checks payable to
- Dickinson County Recorder (unverified)
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile
Formatting note: Not explicitly published; standard Iowa formatting requirements (top 3-inch margin first page, legible font, standard paper size) generally apply (unverified precise local requirement)
Can you e-record in Dickinson County?
Yes. Dickinson County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Dickinson County, Iowa
- Prepare the document so it meets Dickinson 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, or by mail to Dickinson County Recorder at Dickinson County Recorder, 1802 Hill Ave Ste. 1500, Spirit Lake, IA 51360.
- Pay the recording fee ($7.00 first / $5.00 per additional page add'l (+$5.00 per section/block transferred (auditor's fee); $10 non-conforming document surcharge)).
- 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 Dickinson 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.
Dickinson County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Dickinson County?
The Dickinson County Recorder charges $7.00 first / $5.00 per additional page add'l (+$5.00 per section/block transferred (auditor's fee); $10 non-conforming document surcharge), with checks payable to Dickinson County Recorder (unverified). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Dickinson County?
Yes. Dickinson County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, 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 Dickinson County?
Mail recordings to Dickinson County Recorder: Dickinson County Recorder, 1802 Hill Ave Ste. 1500, Spirit Lake, IA 51360 (712-336-1495 (option 5)).
Can Jurably record my document in Dickinson 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 Dickinson County recorder in person.
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