Pinal County AZ Recorder Office: Address, Recorded Documents, Deeds, Copies & Search Guide
The Pinal County Recorder Office records and maintains official public documents for Pinal County, Arizona. Use it for recorded deeds, deeds of trust, releases, liens, maps, document copies, certifications, recording notifications, and document recording questions involving property or parties connected to Pinal County.
This guide explains the official Recorder search portal, the Florence main office and branch office addresses, online image coverage, copy and recording fees, the upcoming photo-ID rule for in-person recording, and when to use the Assessor or Treasurer instead of the Recorder.
What Does the Pinal County Recorder Office Do?
The Pinal County Recorder Office is the correct place for recorded documents, document copies, certified copies, recording notifications, and document recording. It also administers voter registration and early voting divisions. It is not the best first office for property valuation, parcel appraisal, tax-bill payment, or title/legal advice.
Use the Recorder for Recorded Documents
Use the Recorder for deeds, deeds of trust, liens, releases, affidavits, maps, recorded-document copies, certified copies, and recording notification services.
Best clues: party name, fee number, docket/page, recording date, document type, map clue, or legal description.
Use the Assessor for Parcel Details
If your starting point is an address, APN, property value, owner information, mailing address, parcel map, classification, or split/combination issue, start with the Pinal County Assessor.
Best clues: parcel number, address, owner name, legal description, and tax area code.
Use the Treasurer for Taxes
The Treasurer handles property-tax billing, collection, payment records, tax statements, due dates, and tax-balance questions. A recorded deed search does not show a live tax payoff.
Best clues: parcel number, tax year, bill information, payment receipt, and mailing address.
Why Pinal County Property Records Often Require More Than One Office
Pinal County includes growing communities such as Florence, Apache Junction, Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley, Eloy, Coolidge, Queen Creek-area neighborhoods and rural desert parcels. A complete property-record workflow may involve Recorder documents, Assessor parcel data, Treasurer tax data, and sometimes Planning, GIS or a title professional.
Recorder
Recorded documents, official records, document images, maps, recording notifications, copies and certifications.
Assessor
Property identification, APNs, parcel search, valuation, ownership records, mailing-address changes and Parcel Alert List.
Planning / GIS
Parcel maps, land splits, combinations, zoning-map context, legal-description questions and development-related property workflows.
Treasurer
Property-tax statements, payment history, tax balances, due dates, collections and taxpayer payment resources.
Recorder, Assessor or Treasurer: Which Pinal County Office Do You Need?
The fastest path depends on your starting information. A name-based deed search, an APN lookup, and a tax-bill question are different workflows.
| Your Task | Correct Office / Tool | What to Have Ready | Common Mistake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Find a deed, deed of trust, release, lien or recorded affidavit | Pinal County Recorder / Acclaim Recorded Document Search | Party name, fee number, recording date, document type, docket/page, legal-description clue or map reference. | Searching only by street address when the recorded-document index usually needs names or recording clues. |
| Find APN, ownership by address, parcel map or property value | Pinal County Assessor | Street address, APN, owner name, city, property class or valuation notice. | Calling the Recorder for appraisal, classification or valuation questions. |
| Pay property taxes or confirm tax balance | Pinal County Treasurer | Parcel number, tax year, statement, coupon, bill amount or payment receipt. | Treating a recorded deed copy as proof that taxes are paid. |
| Record a new deed or other real property instrument | Recorder Office, mail, or trusted eRecording partner | Original document, correct legal description, notary acknowledgment, Affidavit of Property Value or exemption code when required, fees, return address and ID if presenting in person after September 14, 2026. | Expecting Recorder staff to choose the form, complete the form, or notarize the document. |
| Protect against suspicious deed activity | Recorder Recording Notifications + Assessor Parcel Alert List | Owner name, parcel/APN, email, government-issued ID for PAL signup, and copy of suspicious document if an alert appears. | Assuming an alert program blocks fraud. It only notifies; it does not stop recordings. |
How to Search Pinal County Recorded Documents Online
Pinal County’s official recorded-document search uses the Acclaim system. The county advises users to search all possible spelling variations of proper names because users are responsible for assessing accuracy and reliability of search results.
Start With the Official Recorder Document Search
Open the Pinal County Recorded Document Search and accept the disclaimer only if you understand the county’s limitations. Avoid third-party copy sites until you identify the exact county record.
Use the Best Search Clue
Search by grantor, grantee, borrower, lender, trust, business name, fee number, docket/page, recording date, legal description or document type. If you only know the property address, start with the Assessor Parcel Search first.
Understand the Online Coverage Dates
Pinal County image information says records are indexed from May 23, 1980 to the current end date; online document images are available from January 1, 1998 to current date; and map search coverage begins March 13, 1885.
Expect Unofficial Watermarks Online
The county states that online PDF images contain an “unofficial copy” watermark. If you need a certified copy or an image without the watermark, contact the Recorder’s Office.
Match the Record Before Ordering
Compare party names, legal description, APN clues, subdivision or map reference, fee number, document date, recording date and document type. A similar name alone is not enough to prove the document belongs to your property.
Save the Recording Information
Save the fee number, document type, recording date, party names, page count and image availability before requesting a copy or contacting the Recorder.
Request Plain or Certified Copies
Copies can be requested through the internet search, by email, by mail to P.O. Box 848, Florence, AZ 85132, or in person at the Florence Recorder Office. Certification is an extra charge per document.
How to Record a Document With the Pinal County Recorder
Pinal County accepts documents that meet statutory form requirements, are complete, and have proper fees paid. Once accepted, the document becomes part of the permanent public record, is indexed, scanned for public viewing, microfilmed for state archival requirements, and the original is returned to the address typed on the document.
Confirm Pinal County Is the Correct Recording County
To record an instrument in Pinal County, the property or thing must be located in Pinal County. If only personal rights are affected, the parties must reside in Pinal County.
Prepare the Correct Legal Document Before You Arrive
The Recorder cannot give legal advice, complete documents, choose the form, or notarize the document. For ownership transfers, deceased-owner issues, trusts, divorce, boundary changes or title corrections, use a qualified Arizona attorney or title company.
Check Affidavit of Property Value Rules
Arizona transfers may require an Affidavit of Property Value unless an A.R.S. 11-1134 exemption applies. When an exemption applies, the exemption statute and code should be shown on the face of the deed below the legal description.
Use Mail, In-Person Recording or eRecording
Documents may be recorded in person at one of the Recorder offices, by mail, or electronically through trusted Pinal County eRecording partners. For eRecording, contact the Recorder Office for the trusted partner list.
Bring Photo ID for In-Person Recording After September 14, 2026
Beginning September 14, 2026, any person presenting a real property document for recording in person must provide valid, unexpired government-issued photo identification unless exempt under Arizona law.
Pay the Correct Fee
The county lists $30 for documents required or authorized by law to be recorded, and $15 for documents recorded at the request of the United States, Arizona, or a political subdivision. Map and survey fees are separate.
Verify the Index After Recording
After recording, wait for indexing and then search by name or recording information. The county explains that data entry creates the index so the record can be located on the Recorder website.
Pinal County Recorder Document Types Explained
The Recorder’s index becomes more useful when you understand what each document type usually means. This table is a practical research guide, not legal advice.
| Record Type | What It Usually Means | What to Verify | Best Next Step |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed / Special Warranty Deed | Common Arizona instruments used to transfer real property interests. | Grantor, grantee, legal description, APN, Affidavit of Property Value or exemption code, and recording date. | Use Recorder copy plus title/legal help for interpretation. |
| Quitclaim Deed | May transfer whatever interest the grantor has, if any. | Reason for transfer, legal description, signatures, notary, APV/exemption treatment and title effect. | Use caution for family, divorce, trust, LLC or correction transfers. |
| Deed of Trust | Mortgage-style security document used in Arizona real estate lending. | Trustor, trustee, beneficiary, loan reference, legal description and later release/reconveyance. | Search for later release or reconveyance after payoff. |
| Release / Reconveyance | May show that a deed of trust, lien or claim has been released or satisfied. | Original document reference, parties, property description and recording sequence. | Save both original and release references for title research. |
| Lien | A recorded claim against a person or property, depending on document type. | Claimant, debtor, amount, legal description, release status and agency or court reference. | Get legal or agency help if the lien is disputed. |
| Map / Survey / Plat | Recorded map, survey or subdivision-related record. | Map date, sheet count, surveyor, subdivision, parcel relationship and whether a watermark-free map is needed. | Recorder for copies; Assessor/GIS/surveyor for parcel interpretation. |
| Fictitious Name / Trade Name Statement | May provide constructive notice of business-name use, but it does not register the business or guarantee name availability. | Business entity status, Secretary of State filings and whether another agency controls registration. | Use Arizona Secretary of State or professional help for business formation questions. |
Pinal County Recorder Fees, Copies, Certifications and Map Costs
Always verify the current fee schedule before mailing a document or requesting copies. The Recorder’s published fee pages separate recording fees, map fees, copy fees, certification fees, commercial-purpose access and special map requests.
Common Recorder Fee Notes
- Most documents required or authorized by law to be recorded: $30.
- Documents recorded at the request of the United States, Arizona, or a political subdivision: $15 per instrument.
- Subdivision plats or maps, 24 inches by 36 inches: $24; each additional sheet: $20.
- Survey and other maps, 18 inches by 24 inches: $24; each additional sheet: $20.
- Each recording fee includes a $1 postage fee for return of documents by mail.
Copy and Certification Notes
- Individual recorded copies: $1 per page.
- Certification of copies: $3 per document.
- Public non-recorded copies up to 8.5 by 14 inches: $0.25 per page.
- 11 by 17 inch public non-recorded copies: $0.50 per page.
- Certified copies are needed when an official certified record is required.
Pinal County Recorder Cost Estimator
This tool is educational only. It estimates common published Recorder fees and does not replace official staff verification, legal requirements, map-specific fees, commercial-purpose fees, online payment fees, or eRecording partner charges.
Pinal County Recording Notifications and Assessor Parcel Alert List
Pinal County offers more than one alert path. The Recorder’s Acclaim system offers Recording Notifications, while the Assessor’s Parcel Alert List can notify owners when a new deed is received or a mailing-address change request is received. Alerts are helpful, but they do not prevent recording or guarantee title protection.
Smart Alert Workflow
- Sign up for Recorder Recording Notifications through the official Acclaim system.
- Visit an Assessor office with government-issued ID to sign up for PAL if you want parcel-level alerts.
- Monitor owner names, trust names, business names and common spelling variations.
- If an alert appears, search the actual recorded document before assuming fraud.
- Contact an attorney, title company or law enforcement if a suspicious deed appears.
Do Not Assume
- Do not assume an alert blocks a recording.
- Do not ignore an unfamiliar deed, deed of trust, lien or address-change alert.
- Do not assume a recorded document is legally valid just because it was accepted for recording.
- Do not use public records as a tenant, credit, employment or insurance screening shortcut.
Pinal County Recorder Office Locations, Address, Phone Numbers and Map
Pinal County lists Recorder office locations in Florence, Apache Junction, Casa Grande, Maricopa and San Tan Valley. The main Recorder Office is in Florence at 31 N Pinal Street, Building E.
Main Recorder Office — Florence
Recorder: Dana Lewis
Physical address:
31 N Pinal Street
Building E
Florence, AZ 85132
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 848
Florence, AZ 85132
Phone: 520-866-6830
Citizen Contact Center: 520-509-3555
Fax: 520-866-6831
Email: Recorder@pinal.gov
Published location hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Verify before visiting because another county contact page lists Recorder office hours as 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Apache Junction
575 N Idaho Road
Suite 800
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
Phone: 520-866-6179
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Casa Grande
820 E Cottonwood Lane
Suite A-2
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
Phone: 520-866-7483
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Maricopa
19955 N Wilson Avenue
Suite 100
Maricopa, AZ 85139
Phone: 520-866-3958
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
San Tan Valley
31505 N Schnepf Road
Building A
San Tan Valley, AZ 85143
Phone: 520-866-8083
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Official Pinal County Recorder Links
Use these official resources before paying a third-party document-copy or people-search website. Each link below explains exactly what to do after opening it.
Pinal County Recorder Home
Official Recorder page for duties, recorded document search, recording notifications, Pinal Votes, legal-advice limits, notary warning and false-instrument notice.
- Confirm you are on the official Pinal County government website.
- Use Recorded Document Search for deeds and recorded instruments.
- Use Recording Notifications if you want document-recording alerts.
- Review the legal-advice and notary-service limits before bringing a document.
Pinal County Recorded Document Search
Official Acclaim search system for recorded documents and recording notification signup.
- Read the Acclaim disclaimer before entering the search system.
- Search all reasonable spelling variations of names.
- Use fee number, docket/page, document type, date range or legal description if available.
- Save the document details before purchasing, printing or requesting copies.
Pinal County Image Information
Official image coverage page for indexed records, document-image dates, map-search dates and watermark/certified-copy guidance.
- Review the May 23, 1980 index coverage note.
- Check January 1, 1998 document-image availability before expecting an online image.
- Review the March 13, 1885 map-search coverage note.
- Contact the Recorder for certified copies or watermark-free document/map needs.
Recording Fee Schedule
Official Recorder fee page for $30 recording fees, government recording fees, map/survey fees and false-document warning.
- Start with the document type you need to record.
- Use $30 only when your document falls under the standard recorded-instrument category.
- Check map or survey fees separately.
- Call the Recorder before mailing if your fee total or document type is uncertain.
Copy & Image Service Fee Schedule
Official copy-fee page for recorded copies, certifications, non-recorded public copies, commercial-purpose access and special map requests.
- Use $1 per page for individual recorded copies.
- Add $3 per document if certification is required.
- Use the commercial-purpose section only if you are requesting bulk/commercial data access.
- Confirm whether your recipient needs a certified copy before paying.
Recorder Frequently Asked Questions
Official FAQ covering recording by mail, in person or eRecording, Affidavit of Property Value, copies, easements, public record removal and what happens after recording.
- Read the Affidavit of Property Value section before recording a transfer deed.
- Read the recording-method section before choosing mail, counter or eRecording.
- Use the copy section if you need a plain or certified recorded document.
- Use the public-record removal section only if you may qualify under Arizona law.
Recorder Office Locations
Official page listing Florence, Apache Junction, Casa Grande, Maricopa and San Tan Valley Recorder office addresses, phone numbers and hours.
- Choose the Recorder location closest to your property or visit need.
- Confirm the listed hours before driving.
- Use Florence for main-office mailing and complex Recorder questions.
- Bring payment, document details and valid photo ID for in-person real-property recording after September 14, 2026.
New Recording Requirements — Effective September 2026
Official Pinal County notice explaining the new in-person photo-ID requirement for real property document recording.
- Read the September 14, 2026 effective-date notice.
- Check whether your presenter is exempt under the listed categories.
- Bring valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID if presenting in person.
- Call 520-866-6830 if your document deadline is close.
Pinal County Assessor Parcel Search
Official Assessor search for property address, parcel/APN, owner, valuation and parcel information.
- Search by address, owner name or parcel number.
- Copy the APN exactly as shown.
- Use the owner and parcel clues in the Recorder document search.
- Contact the Assessor for valuation, ownership, classification or address-change questions.
Pinal County Assessor Parcel Alert List
Official PAL page for owner alerts when a new deed is received or mailing-address change request is received.
- Read the PAL explanation and limits.
- Bring government-issued ID to an Assessor office to sign up.
- Use the one-page form requested by the Assessor.
- Also consider Recorder Recording Notifications for recorded-document alerts.
Pinal County Treasurer
Official property-tax billing and payment office for tax statements, payment history, parcel tax bills and collections.
- Use this office for property-tax bills and payment questions.
- Search by parcel if you need tax-bill information.
- Do not use the Recorder index as a live tax-balance search.
- Call 888-431-1311 for Treasurer tax-payment help.
Common Pinal County Recorder Search and Recording Mistakes
Search Mistakes
- Searching only by address when the Recorder search needs names or recording clues.
- Ignoring the difference between indexed records, available PDF images and certified copies.
- Assuming an online watermarked image is an official certified copy.
- Forgetting to search all spelling variations of names.
- Treating a recorded-document search as a legal title opinion.
Recording Mistakes
- Bringing a deed that has not been notarized when notarization is required.
- Expecting Recorder staff to prepare, complete or choose your form.
- Missing the Affidavit of Property Value or exemption code when required.
- Mailing the wrong fee amount or failing to include the original document.
- Arriving after September 14, 2026 without valid photo ID for in-person real-property recording.
What Should You Do Next?
| Your Situation | Best Next Step | Correct Office / Tool |
|---|---|---|
| You need a copy of a deed, deed of trust, lien or release. | Search Acclaim, identify the exact document, then request a plain or certified copy. | Pinal County Recorder Document Search |
| You only know a property address. | Use Assessor Parcel Search to find APN and owner, then use those clues in Recorder search. | Pinal County Assessor |
| You want to record a deed or other real property document. | Prepare the legal document, APV or exemption code, correct fee, return address and photo ID if presenting in person after September 14, 2026. | Pinal County Recorder |
| You need to remove a deceased owner or change title. | Contact a title company or attorney before recording because the Recorder cannot advise which document to use. | Attorney / title company, then Recorder |
| You want deed-fraud or ownership-change alerts. | Sign up for Recorder Recording Notifications and consider the Assessor Parcel Alert List. | Recorder + Assessor PAL |
| You need tax-bill or payment information. | Use the Treasurer’s tax system and search by parcel number or tax information. | Pinal County Treasurer |
Pinal County Recorder Office FAQs
Where is the Pinal County Recorder Office located?
The main Pinal County Recorder Office is located at 31 N Pinal Street, Building E, Florence, AZ 85132. The mailing address is P.O. Box 848, Florence, AZ 85132. The Recorder phone number is 520-866-6830, and the county Citizen Contact Center is 520-509-3555.
Can I search Pinal County recorded documents online?
Yes. Pinal County provides an official Acclaim Recorded Document Search. The county says the online record index begins May 23, 1980, and document images are available from January 1, 1998 to the current date. Online PDF images include an unofficial-copy watermark.
How do I get certified copies from the Pinal County Recorder?
Certified copies can be requested through the Recorder when an official certified document is needed. The county lists individual recorded copies at $1 per page and certification at $3 per document. For documents recorded before January 1, 1998 or certified copies, contact the Recorder Office.
How much does it cost to record a document in Pinal County?
The Pinal County Recorder fee schedule lists $30 for documents required or authorized by law to be recorded. Documents recorded at the request of the United States, Arizona, or a political subdivision are listed at $15 per instrument. Map and survey fees are separate.
Does the Pinal County Recorder provide notary services?
No. The Pinal County Recorder Office states that it does not provide notary services. Documents that require notarization should be properly notarized before presentation for recording.
Can the Recorder help me choose or complete a deed form?
No. The Recorder Office is prohibited from giving legal advice, assisting in the completion of documents and forms, or suggesting what type of document to use. For deed preparation, title corrections, deceased-owner issues or trust transfers, contact a qualified attorney or title company.
What is the Pinal County Recorder photo-ID rule starting September 14, 2026?
Beginning September 14, 2026, a person presenting a real property document for in-person recording at the Pinal County Recorder Office must provide valid, unexpired government-issued photo identification unless exempt under Arizona law. Exempt categories include certain escrow, title, bank, attorney and government submissions.
Where are Pinal County Recorder branch offices?
Pinal County lists Recorder office locations in Florence, Apache Junction, Casa Grande, Maricopa and San Tan Valley. The Florence main office is at 31 N Pinal Street, Building E. Branch locations can help with many Recorder services, but call before visiting for complex recording or certified-copy needs.
What is the difference between Recorder Recording Notifications and the Assessor Parcel Alert List?
Recorder Recording Notifications are connected to the Recorder’s recorded-document system. The Assessor Parcel Alert List can notify owners when the Assessor receives a new deed or mailing-address change request. Neither service guarantees title protection or prevents fraud; they only help alert you to activity.
Can I use Pinal County recorder records for background checks?
No. Public property and recorder records should not be used for employment screening, tenant screening, credit eligibility, insurance underwriting or other regulated consumer-reporting purposes. This website is an educational resource and is not a Consumer Reporting Agency.
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Public property and recorder records should not be used for employment screening, tenant screening, credit eligibility, insurance underwriting or other regulated consumer-reporting purposes. This website is not a Consumer Reporting Agency.