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Recording a Deed or Document in Jefferson County, PA
Jefferson County (population 43,255) records real-property documents through the Jefferson County Register & 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.
Jefferson County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Jefferson County Register & Recorder
- Recording fee
- $74.75 for a 4-page/4-name deed first / $2.00 per additional page over 4 add'l (+$0.50 per additional name over 4)
- Mailing address
- 200 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Brookville, PA 15825
- Phone
- 814-849-1610
- Checks payable to
- Jefferson County Register & Recorder (standard convention; not separately confirmed)
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile
Formatting note: Documents must include a stamped, self-addressed envelope for return, or pay an extra $2
Can you e-record in Jefferson County?
Yes. Jefferson 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 Jefferson County, Pennsylvania
- Prepare the document so it meets Jefferson 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 Jefferson County Register & Recorder at 200 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Brookville, PA 15825.
- Pay the recording fee ($74.75 for a 4-page/4-name deed first / $2.00 per additional page over 4 add'l (+$0.50 per additional name over 4)).
- 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 Jefferson 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.
Jefferson County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Jefferson County?
The Jefferson County Register & Recorder charges $74.75 for a 4-page/4-name deed first / $2.00 per additional page over 4 add'l (+$0.50 per additional name over 4), with checks payable to Jefferson County Register & Recorder (standard convention; not separately confirmed). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Jefferson County?
Yes. Jefferson 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 Jefferson County?
Mail recordings to Jefferson County Register & Recorder: 200 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Brookville, PA 15825 (814-849-1610).
Can Jurably record my document in Jefferson 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 Jefferson County recorder in person.
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