Search Clark County Deed Records

Clark County deed records are filed at the Clark County Recorder's Office in Jeffersonville, Indiana. All property transfers, mortgages, and real estate instruments for land in Clark County are recorded there and available to the public for search and inspection.

Clark County Recorder's Office

The Clark County Recorder's Office is in Room 102 of the Clark County Government Building at 501 E. Court Avenue in Jeffersonville. Clark County sits directly across the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky, and is one of the faster-growing counties in Indiana. The recorder's office handles a significant volume of deed and mortgage recordings as a result. Under IC 36-2-11, the recorder maintains the official index of all recorded real property documents in Clark County and makes them available to the public during regular office hours.

The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Eastern Standard Time. That extra half hour of closing time compared to many Indiana counties can be useful if you're coming after work. Reach the recorder by phone at (812) 285-6235, by fax at (812) 285-6241, or by email at recorder@clarkcounty.in.gov. Clark County also accepts electronic recording, which allows lenders and title companies to submit documents without visiting Jeffersonville in person. E-recording is available through services like Simplifile (800-460-5657) and CSC eRecording (866-652-0111).

Given the volume of activity in Clark County, it's worth calling ahead during busy periods to confirm processing times or counter availability at the Jeffersonville office.

Clark County Property Records Search

Clark County deed records can be searched in person at the Government Building in Jeffersonville. Counter staff can search by grantor name, grantee name, parcel number, or document type. Most searches at the counter are free; copies carry a per-page fee. For older records, an in-person search may be necessary if the documents predate electronic indexing in Clark County. Bring a full legal name or parcel number to get the best results at the counter.

Online searches are also available. Beacon by Schneider Corp provides parcel data for Clark County, including owner name, assessed value, and sales history. This is a good starting point before requesting a deed copy from the recorder. Doxpop indexes recorded instruments from Indiana counties including Clark County. You can search by name or document type and purchase document images as needed. Tapestry by Fidlar may also cover Clark County deed records. Check coverage before creating an account.

Certified copies of Clark County deed records are available from the recorder's office. Contact the office by phone or visit in person. Mail requests should include a check for the correct amount and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Call (812) 285-6235 to confirm fees before sending payment.

Note: E-recorded documents in Clark County are typically indexed faster than paper filings and may be available for search the same day of recording.

Clark County Recording Requirements

Documents submitted for recording in Clark County must meet Indiana's statewide standards. IC 36-2-11-16.5 sets rules for paper size, margins, and print quality. White paper in standard sizes (8.5 by 11 or 8.5 by 14 inches) is required. The top margin on the first page must be at least 2 inches. Other margins must be 0.5 inches or more. All text must be at least 8-point type and dark enough to reproduce clearly. Documents that do not comply will be returned unfiled at the Clark County Recorder's office.

All deeds in Clark County must include the physical mailing address of each grantee under IC 32-21-2-3. The document preparer must include their name and address under IC 36-2-11-15. That statute also directs the recorder to redact Social Security numbers before making documents publicly available. Deeds that transfer property must carry an auditor's stamp from the Clark County Auditor under IC 36-2-11-14 before being accepted for recording. All deeds and mortgages must be notarized under IC 33-42-10-2. The notary must sign and seal the document. When names on a deed are identical or similar, IC 36-2-11-16 applies.

The Indiana Recorders Association publishes the Indiana Recording Manual, which covers all of these requirements. Title companies and attorneys who frequently record in Clark County should review the manual to reduce rejected filings.

Indiana Deed Records State Portal

Indiana's State Land Office maintains state-level deed records, maps, and property photos. These resources supplement local Clark County deed searches and provide context for how the statewide and county recording systems relate to each other in Indiana.

For Clark County property tax data linked to deed transfers, visit Indiana Gateway. The Indiana State Land Office covers state-owned property deeds and maps.

Clark County Deed Recording Fees

Clark County uses Indiana's standard recording fee schedule. Deeds cost $25.00 to record. Mortgages cost $55.00. Oversized pages carry a $5.00 per-page surcharge. Standard copies cost $1.00 per page for sizes up to 11 by 17 inches. Larger copies cost $5.00 per page. Certified copies require an additional $5.00 fee plus the per-page copy cost. Cash or check is accepted at the counter. For e-recording, fees are the same as in-person submissions, though the e-recording platform may add its own transaction charge. The Indiana State Board of Accounts reviews all county recorder fee schedules for compliance.

Cities in Clark County

Jeffersonville is the county seat of Clark County and one of the larger cities in southern Indiana. All deed records for property in Clark County, including property in Jeffersonville and other communities, are filed at the Clark County Recorder's Office in Jeffersonville.

Other communities in Clark County include Clarksville, Sellersburg, Charlestown, and New Washington. Deed records for property in all of these areas are recorded at the Clark County Recorder's Office.

Nearby Counties

Clark County is in the far southern tip of Indiana, bordered by the Ohio River to the south. These Indiana counties share borders with Clark County and each has its own recorder's office.