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Recorder's Office
The most popular services of the King County Recorder's Office are our online records search and marriage licensing. We are committed to the prompt and accurate recording of documents, such as real estate deeds and mortgages, plats and surveys, as well as the preservation and producing copies of of recorded documents. Our office is also responsible for collecting real estate excise taxes.
Some of our services are available online, but for those who prefer to visit us in person, we're conveniently located at the King County Customer Service Center in Pioneer Square.
Upcoming Fee Increases
Effective July 27, some fees charged by the Recorder's Office will rise.
- The fee to apply for a marriage license will increase to $169
- The fee for assignment of a deed of trust or substitution of previously recorded deeds will increase to $301
Recording fees are set in state law by the Legislature. These increases were enacted by state lawmakers during the 2025 session.
The responsibility for preparing a document for recording lies with the preparer, not the King County Recorder's Office or its Deputy Auditors.
Our staff can:
- Determine if your documents meet legibility requirements
- Determine if your documents are formatted correctly
- Determine if the indexing information on your documents is complete
- Determine if the correct fees are being collected
Our staff cannot:
- Suggest what types of documents or templates to use
- Help you fill out your documents
- Determine the legal correctness of your document
- Accept illegible documents