Chandler Deed Records Access

Property deeds in Chandler are recorded through Maricopa County, not the city government. The City of Chandler has no authority over real property recording. All deeds, mortgages, and related documents for Chandler addresses must be filed at the Maricopa County Recorder's office in Phoenix. This office is at 111 South Third Avenue. The county maintains all deed records for Chandler dating back to 1871 when Maricopa County began keeping these records. You can search the entire database online at no charge through the county website. The Chandler City Clerk's office at (480) 782-2181 handles only city ordinances, resolutions, and local government records, not property deeds.

Recording Property Deeds in Chandler

Chandler property owners file deeds at the Maricopa County Recorder. The office is in downtown Phoenix at 111 South Third Avenue, about 25 miles northwest of Chandler. Office hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM weekdays. The office is closed on federal holidays. Call (602) 506-3535 with questions about recording your Chandler deed.

You can mail deeds instead of driving to Phoenix. Send documents to Maricopa County Recorder, 111 S Third Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003. Include the $30 recording fee and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Mailed deeds take a few days to process. In-person filing is faster if you need the recorded document back right away for your Chandler property transaction.

The City of Chandler does not accept deed recordings. City clerks handle city records only. If you call the Chandler City Clerk at (480) 782-2181, they will direct you to Maricopa County for property matters. This is the structure required by Arizona law. Counties handle all real property recording in the state. Cities have no role in this process regardless of their size or location.

Search Chandler Property Records

Maricopa County offers a free online search tool at recorder.maricopa.gov. The database includes all Chandler deed records from 1871 to present. Search by owner name, document type, or recording date. Results appear in seconds for most searches. Click any result to view the full document image on screen.

The system updates throughout each business day. Recent recordings appear within a few hours. You can print unofficial copies at home for free. Certified copies require a request to the Recorder's office. Certification costs $1 per page plus $3 for the official seal under Arizona statute. Certified copies can be ordered in person or by mail from the Phoenix office for your Chandler property documents.

To find Chandler property deeds, search by the current owner's name. The system shows deeds where that person is the grantee. Search by previous owner names to trace ownership history. Date range filters help narrow results. Document type filters let you show only deeds if the property has many recorded documents. The online search is a starting point, but it is not a substitute for professional title work before buying Chandler real estate because it may not reflect very recent filings or pending issues.

How to File a Chandler Deed

Take your deed to the Maricopa County Recorder at 111 South Third Avenue. Staff will check format compliance. The first page must have a two-inch top margin. All text must be 10-point font or larger. Use standard size paper in white or cream. Black ink only. The grantor must sign the deed. A notary must witness and stamp the signature.

Every deed that transfers ownership must include an Affidavit of Property Value. This form shows the sale price or lists an exemption code. Arizona law requires this affidavit. Maricopa County will not record a deed without it. Get blank affidavit forms from the Recorder's office or download them from the county website for your Chandler property filing.

Recording costs $30 per document under Arizona Revised Statutes 11-475. This is the standard rate in all Arizona counties. Maricopa County accepts cash, checks, and credit cards. Small fees may apply to card payments. Bring exact payment if paying by cash or check. The county will stamp your deed with the date and time, then return it to you or mail it to your Chandler address if requested.

Note: E-recording is available through vendors like Simplifile and CSC, but vendor fees apply on top of the $30 state recording charge for Chandler properties.

Fraud Protection for Chandler Properties

Maricopa County runs a free Title Alert program. Register at recorder.maricopa.gov/maricopatitlealert. Enter your Chandler property address. The system sends an email whenever a document affecting your property is recorded. This helps you spot fraud early. If someone files a forged deed on your Chandler home, you get an alert the same day it is recorded.

Title Alert does not prevent fraud. It only tells you after something is filed. Quick action matters if fraud occurs. Contact the Recorder's office and local police right away. You may need an attorney to fix the problem. Most Chandler homeowners never face this issue, but the free alert service provides an extra layer of security at no cost to you once you register your property.

Arizona Deed Law Basics

Arizona law requires deeds to be written and signed by the grantor. The signature must be notarized. These rules are in Arizona Revised Statutes 33-401. A deed transfers ownership when it is delivered to the grantee, even if not recorded. Recording creates a public record that protects the buyer from later claims on the Chandler property.

Recording requirements appear in Arizona Revised Statutes 11-461. The County Recorder must accept any deed that meets format rules and includes the proper fee. Staff check format only. They do not judge legal validity. That is between the parties to the deed, not the Recorder's concern under state law for Chandler properties and all other locations in Arizona.

Beneficiary deeds are popular in Chandler for estate planning. This type of deed names a beneficiary who receives the property when the current owner dies. It avoids probate court. The owner keeps full control during life and can revoke the deed anytime. Rules for beneficiary deeds are at Arizona Revised Statutes 33-405. Many Chandler property owners use this tool to pass real estate to heirs without going through probate, which saves time and legal costs after death.

Legal Help for Chandler Residents

The Recorder's office cannot give legal advice. They can explain how to record a deed and what the fee is. They cannot tell you which deed to use or how to resolve title issues. For legal advice about Chandler property, contact an attorney or title company.

Community Legal Services offers free help to low-income residents in the Phoenix area. They handle some property matters. Call (602) 258-3434 to see if you qualify. The State Bar of Arizona runs a referral service at 1-866-338-9519. They connect you with real estate attorneys in Chandler and surrounding areas. The first consultation costs about $50 for half an hour through the referral program.

Title companies in Chandler search property records as part of real estate transactions. They charge for this service but provide detailed reports on ownership history and any liens or encumbrances. Most lenders require title insurance before approving a mortgage. The title company issues this insurance after completing a full search of the Chandler property records to verify clear title and identify any potential problems.

Nearby Cities in Maricopa County

Other Maricopa County cities use the same County Recorder for deeds.

Maricopa County Recorder

All Chandler deed records are maintained by Maricopa County.