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Recording a Deed or Document in Cherokee County, NC
Cherokee County (population 28,774) records real-property documents through the Cherokee County Register of Deeds. 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.
Cherokee County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Cherokee County Register of Deeds
- Recording fee
- $26 for first 15 pages (deeds/general instruments); $64 for first 35 pages (deeds of trust) first / $4 per additional page beyond base tier add'l (+$10 additional for multi-instrument documents; $10 oath of notary fee; certified copies $5 first page/$2 each additional (excludes vitals); excise tax due with deed filing)
- Mailing address
- 75 Peachtree Street, Suite 126-A, Murphy, NC 28906
- Phone
- 828-837-2613
- Checks payable to
- Cherokee County Register of Deeds
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC
Formatting note: No mandated cover sheet; must meet NC statewide formatting standard (3in top margin p.1, 1/4in other margins, 8.5x11/8.5x14, min 10pt font, one-sided)
Can you e-record in Cherokee County?
Yes. Cherokee County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Cherokee County, North Carolina
- Prepare the document so it meets Cherokee 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, or by mail to Cherokee County Register of Deeds at 75 Peachtree Street, Suite 126-A, Murphy, NC 28906.
- Pay the recording fee ($26 for first 15 pages (deeds/general instruments); $64 for first 35 pages (deeds of trust) first / $4 per additional page beyond base tier add'l (+$10 additional for multi-instrument documents; $10 oath of notary fee; certified copies $5 first page/$2 each additional (excludes vitals); excise tax due with deed filing)).
- 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 Cherokee 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.
Cherokee County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Cherokee County?
The Cherokee County Register of Deeds charges $26 for first 15 pages (deeds/general instruments); $64 for first 35 pages (deeds of trust) first / $4 per additional page beyond base tier add'l (+$10 additional for multi-instrument documents; $10 oath of notary fee; certified copies $5 first page/$2 each additional (excludes vitals); excise tax due with deed filing), with checks payable to Cherokee County Register of Deeds. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Cherokee County?
Yes. Cherokee County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, 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 Cherokee County?
Mail recordings to Cherokee County Register of Deeds: 75 Peachtree Street, Suite 126-A, Murphy, NC 28906 (828-837-2613).
Can Jurably record my document in Cherokee 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 Cherokee County recorder in person.
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Upload your document — Jurably prepares, notarizes, and records it, then sends back the recorded instrument.