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Recording a Deed or Document in Alexandria city, VA
Alexandria city (population 160,662) records real-property documents through the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Alexandria - Land Records Division. 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.
Alexandria city recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Alexandria - Land Records Division
- Recording fee
- $18 (10 or fewer pages) first / $32 total (11-30 pages); $52 total (31+ pages); $17 per oversize plat/map sheet larger than 8.5x14 in. add'l (+Plus Alexandria recordation tax of $0.25 per $100 of purchase price/fair market value, paid by purchaser)
- Mailing address
- 520 King Street, Room 307, Alexandria, VA 22314
- Phone
- 703.746.4044 (option 2 or 3) / 703.746.4311 (Alex311)
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC
Formatting note: No cover sheet required per Deeds.com summary (unverified directly from city site)
Can you e-record in Alexandria city?
Yes. Alexandria city 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 Alexandria city, Virginia
- Prepare the document so it meets Alexandria city 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 Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Alexandria - Land Records Division at 520 King Street, Room 307, Alexandria, VA 22314.
- Pay the recording fee ($18 (10 or fewer pages) first / $32 total (11-30 pages); $52 total (31+ pages); $17 per oversize plat/map sheet larger than 8.5x14 in. add'l (+Plus Alexandria recordation tax of $0.25 per $100 of purchase price/fair market value, paid by purchaser)).
- 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 Alexandria city 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.
Alexandria city recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Alexandria city?
The Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Alexandria - Land Records Division charges $18 (10 or fewer pages) first / $32 total (11-30 pages); $52 total (31+ pages); $17 per oversize plat/map sheet larger than 8.5x14 in. add'l (+Plus Alexandria recordation tax of $0.25 per $100 of purchase price/fair market value, paid by purchaser). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Alexandria city?
Yes. Alexandria city 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 Alexandria city?
Mail recordings to Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Alexandria - Land Records Division: 520 King Street, Room 307, Alexandria, VA 22314 (703.746.4044 (option 2 or 3) / 703.746.4311 (Alex311)).
Can Jurably record my document in Alexandria city 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 Alexandria city recorder in person.
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