Property Records

Pima County property records offer essential information for homeowners, investors, and legal professionals seeking to verify ownership, assess property value, or research a parcel’s history. These records include deeds, tax assessments, liens, and appraisal data, all maintained by different county offices depending on the type of information needed.

Deed Records and the Recorder’s Office

A deed is the legal document that transfers ownership of real property from one party (the grantor) to another (the grantee). In Pima County, deeds and other recorded documents are maintained by the Pima County Recorder’s Office. Property transfers, along with details like grantor and grantee names, consideration amounts, and recording dates, can be searched through the Pima County Recorder’s Public Search tool. It’s worth noting that many historic documents have not yet been digitally indexed; these records remain available for in-person viewing during business hours at 240 N Stone Avenue or 6920 East Broadway Blvd, Suite D, in Tucson.

Property Appraisals, Tax Assessments, and Liens

For property appraisals and tax assessment data, the Pima County Assessor’s Office maintains its own searchable database. Property owners and researchers can look up assessed values, ownership details, and tax information using a Book-Map-Parcel number, taxpayer name, or property address through the Pima County Assessor’s property search. Liens, which represent a legal claim against a property due to unpaid debts or obligations, typically appear alongside deed and recording information and can be identified through the same Recorder’s Office search tools used for deed research.

How to Get Copies of Recorded Deeds and What They Cost

Those who need a physical or digital copy of a recorded deed have three options: purchasing online through the Public Self Service Portal, visiting a Recorder’s Office location in person, or submitting a request by mail. Costs vary by format: digital copies cost $0.25 per document, standard paper copies range from $0.25 to $0.50 per sheet, and certified copies cost $1.00 per sheet plus a $3.00 fee for a certificate with seal. A $1.00 mail processing fee and a 2% convenience fee apply to online card transactions.