Find Peoria Deed Records

Property deeds in Peoria are not maintained by the city government. Arizona law assigns deed recording to county recorders. All Peoria real property documents are filed with the Maricopa County Recorder located in Phoenix at 111 South Third Avenue. The City of Peoria Clerk's office at (623) 773-7340 handles city-specific records like resolutions and meeting minutes. They do not manage deeds, mortgages, or other land records. Peoria property owners must use the Maricopa County system to record deeds and search for existing records. The county database goes back to 1871 and includes all Peoria properties. Online access is free for anyone who needs to search Peoria deed information.

Peoria Deed Recording Office

Visit the Maricopa County Recorder to record or search Peoria property deeds. The office is at 111 South Third Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85003. This is the only office that can record deeds for any city in Maricopa County. Peoria residents drive about 30 minutes to reach the Recorder depending on traffic. The office is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays.

You can also mail documents to the Recorder. Include payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope if you want your recorded deed mailed back. E-recording is another option. Many title companies use electronic systems to file Peoria deeds without visiting the office in person. This saves time and works just as well as in-person filing for most transactions.

The Peoria City Clerk is at 8401 West Monroe Street. Phone is (623) 773-7340. This office handles city business only. Staff will redirect you to Maricopa County if you ask about property deeds. This is standard practice across all Arizona cities. County governments handle real property. City governments handle municipal affairs.

How to Search Peoria Deeds

Go to recorder.maricopa.gov for free online searches. The system covers all Peoria properties. Search by the owner's name to see what deeds they hold. Search by seller name to find properties they used to own. You can also search by document number if you know it from a prior transaction.

Most searches use name fields. Type in a last name. Hit search. The system returns a list of all matching documents. If you get too many results, add a first name or use date filters. Peoria has been growing fast in recent decades. Most deed activity is from the last 30 years. Older records exist but are less common for typical property searches in this city.

Click on any search result to view the document image. Deeds appear as scanned pages. Zoom in to read details. Most images are clear. A few older documents may have faded ink or poor scan quality. You can print these images at home. They are unofficial copies only. If you need a certified copy for court or a closing, order it from the Recorder's office. Certified copies cost $1 per page plus a $3 seal fee under A.R.S. 11-475.

Recording Rules for Peoria Property

Arizona law under A.R.S. 11-480 sets formatting rules for all deeds including those in Peoria. First page must have a two-inch top margin. Use black ink on white or near-white paper. Font size must be at least 10 points. Pages must be standard 8.5 by 11 inches. Deeds must be signed by the grantor and notarized by an Arizona notary public.

Recording costs $30 per instrument. This is the same for all Maricopa County cities. You must also submit an Affidavit of Property Value with any deed that transfers ownership in Peoria. The affidavit form asks for the sale price and exemption code if applicable. Forms are available at the Recorder's office or online. Maricopa County accepts cash, personal checks, cashier checks, and credit cards for payment. Credit cards may have a small processing fee added to the total.

E-recording providers like Simplifile, CSC eRecording, and Data Services submit deeds electronically on behalf of title companies and law firms. These systems check your document for formatting errors before submission. You get immediate feedback if something is wrong. Once the deed passes checks, it goes to the Recorder for official recording. Confirmation comes back within hours in most cases. E-recording costs the same $30 base fee plus any vendor charges from your title company or attorney handling the Peoria transaction.

Walk-in recording is still common for Peoria residents who prefer in-person service. Bring your notarized deed and affidavit to 111 South Third Avenue. Staff will review the documents. If everything looks correct, they stamp the deed with the recording date and time. You can wait for a copy or provide a return envelope. Processing usually happens the same day you submit it.

Note: Recording is not required for a deed to transfer ownership in Peoria, but unrecorded deeds offer no protection against later buyers or lienholders.

Protect Your Peoria Property Title

Maricopa County provides a free Title Alert system for Peoria homeowners. Register at recorder.maricopa.gov/maricopatitlealert. Enter your property address and email address. The system monitors your property. When any document gets recorded against your address, you receive an email notification. This includes deeds, mortgages, liens, and other instruments.

Title Alert does not stop fraud from happening. It only tells you after something is recorded. If you get an unexpected alert about your Peoria property, contact the Recorder's office right away. You may also need to call police and hire an attorney to clear your title. Catching fraud early makes it easier to resolve. Many Peoria property owners use this service for peace of mind at no cost.

Legal Help for Peoria Deed Issues

The Recorder's office staff cannot give legal advice. They can explain how to search records or what the recording fee is. But they cannot tell you which type of deed to use for your Peoria property. They also cannot give advice on title disputes or property line issues. For legal help, contact a real estate attorney.

The State Bar of Arizona offers a referral service at 1-866-338-9519. They connect you with attorneys who handle real estate law. The first consultation is usually $50 for 30 minutes. Community Legal Services may help low-income Peoria residents with some property matters. Call (602) 258-3434 to see if you qualify for free legal assistance with deed problems.

Nearby Cities in Maricopa County

Other cities in the county use the same Recorder's office for deed filing.

Maricopa County Recorder

All Peoria deed records are maintained at the county level.