Texas · Document Recording
Recording a Deed or Document in Washington County, TX
Washington County (population 35,802) records real-property documents through the Washington County Clerk. 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 Clerk
- Recording fee
- $25.00 first page (per third-party aggregator summaries consistent with standard TX LGC 118.011 fee structure); NOT confirmed against a downloadable official Washington County fee-schedule PDF first / $4.00 per additional page (unverified against an official PDF) add'l (+$0.25 per name indexed in excess of five (unverified against an official PDF); Federal Tax Lien/Release $30.00 (unverified))
- Mailing address
- 100 E. Main Street, Suite 102, Brenham, TX 77833
- Phone
- 979-277-6216 (also 979-277-6200); fax 979-277-6278
- Electronic recording
- Paper / mail
Formatting note: unverified — standard LGC 191.007 heading requirement presumed to apply, not separately confirmed on official site
Can you e-record in Washington County?
Washington 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 Washington County, Texas
- 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 by mail to Washington County Clerk at 100 E. Main Street, Suite 102, Brenham, TX 77833.
- Pay the recording fee ($25.00 first page (per third-party aggregator summaries consistent with standard TX LGC 118.011 fee structure); NOT confirmed against a downloadable official Washington County fee-schedule PDF first / $4.00 per additional page (unverified against an official PDF) add'l (+$0.25 per name indexed in excess of five (unverified against an official PDF); Federal Tax Lien/Release $30.00 (unverified))).
- 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, 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.
Washington County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Washington County?
The Washington County Clerk charges $25.00 first page (per third-party aggregator summaries consistent with standard TX LGC 118.011 fee structure); NOT confirmed against a downloadable official Washington County fee-schedule PDF first / $4.00 per additional page (unverified against an official PDF) add'l (+$0.25 per name indexed in excess of five (unverified against an official PDF); Federal Tax Lien/Release $30.00 (unverified)). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Washington County?
Washington 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 Washington County?
Mail recordings to Washington County Clerk: 100 E. Main Street, Suite 102, Brenham, TX 77833 (979-277-6216 (also 979-277-6200); fax 979-277-6278).
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, records it by mail, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Washington County recorder in person.
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Upload your document — Jurably prepares, notarizes, and records it, then sends back the recorded instrument.