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Recording a Deed or Document in Walworth County, WI
Walworth County (population 105,217) records real-property documents through the Walworth 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.
Walworth County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Walworth County Register of Deeds
- Recording fee
- $30 flat (deed/mortgage/land contract/satisfaction, any page count) first / Uncertified copies $2 first page/$1 each addl page (incl. 14x22 condo plats) add'l (+Realty-related UCC $30; transfer fee $3 per $1,000 of value; Landshark online copy convenience fee $4/session (as of Jan 2, 2026, up from $3))
- Mailing address
- P.O. Box 1001, Elkhorn, WI 53121 (Government Center: 100 W. Walworth St., Rm. 102, Elkhorn, WI 53121)
- Phone
- 262-741-4233
- Checks payable to
- Walworth County Register of Deeds
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm
Formatting note: Not mandatory; standard format per Wis. Stat. 59.43(2m)
Can you e-record in Walworth County?
Yes. Walworth County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Walworth County, Wisconsin
- Prepare the document so it meets Walworth 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, ePN, Indecomm, or by mail to Walworth County Register of Deeds at P.O. Box 1001, Elkhorn, WI 53121 (Government Center: 100 W. Walworth St., Rm. 102, Elkhorn, WI 53121).
- Pay the recording fee ($30 flat (deed/mortgage/land contract/satisfaction, any page count) first / Uncertified copies $2 first page/$1 each addl page (incl. 14x22 condo plats) add'l (+Realty-related UCC $30; transfer fee $3 per $1,000 of value; Landshark online copy convenience fee $4/session (as of Jan 2, 2026, up from $3))).
- 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 Walworth 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.
Walworth County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Walworth County?
The Walworth County Register of Deeds charges $30 flat (deed/mortgage/land contract/satisfaction, any page count) first / Uncertified copies $2 first page/$1 each addl page (incl. 14x22 condo plats) add'l (+Realty-related UCC $30; transfer fee $3 per $1,000 of value; Landshark online copy convenience fee $4/session (as of Jan 2, 2026, up from $3)), with checks payable to Walworth County Register of Deeds. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Walworth County?
Yes. Walworth County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm, 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 Walworth County?
Mail recordings to Walworth County Register of Deeds: P.O. Box 1001, Elkhorn, WI 53121 (Government Center: 100 W. Walworth St., Rm. 102, Elkhorn, WI 53121) (262-741-4233).
Can Jurably record my document in Walworth 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 Walworth County recorder in person.
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