Crawford County Deed Records

Crawford County deed records are filed at the Crawford County Recorder's Office in English, Indiana. The office records all property transfers, mortgages, and other real estate instruments for land within Crawford County and keeps them as part of the official public record for search and inspection.

Crawford County Recorder's Office

The Crawford County Recorder's Office is located at the Crawford County Courthouse at 715 Judicial Plaza in English. Under IC 36-2-11, the recorder is responsible for receiving, indexing, and preserving all documents that affect real property in Crawford County. Deeds, mortgages, liens, and other instruments are filed here and become part of the permanent public record. Crawford County is one of the smallest counties in Indiana by population, located in the hill country of south-central Indiana. Staff can assist with record searches and copy requests during regular business hours at the English courthouse.

The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. Plan to arrive before 3:45 PM if you need to file new documents, as many Indiana offices stop accepting recordings 15 to 30 minutes before closing. You can reach the recorder by phone at (812) 338-2615 or by fax at (812) 338-2616. Email is available at recorder@crawfordcounty.in.gov. Because Crawford County has a lower recording volume than urban counties, the staff are often accessible and can answer basic questions by phone. If you're searching for older Crawford County deed records, call ahead to confirm whether those records have been digitized or if an in-person visit is needed.

Search Crawford County Property Deed Records

In-person searches at the Crawford County Courthouse in English are the most reliable way to find deed records for property in Crawford County. Counter staff can look up records by grantor name, grantee name, or parcel number. Counter searches are generally free; copies carry a per-page fee. For older records that predate electronic indexing, an in-person visit may be the only way to find them. Bring a full legal name or parcel ID to speed up your search at the English courthouse.

Online tools provide additional options for searching Crawford County deed records. Beacon by Schneider Corp covers Crawford County and lets you search parcels by owner name, address, or parcel number. The site shows ownership data, assessed values, and sale history. This is a useful first step before contacting the recorder for a deed copy. Doxpop indexes recorded instruments from many Indiana counties and may include Crawford County deed records. You can search by name or document type and access document images for a fee. Tapestry by Fidlar may also cover Crawford County. Check coverage for both services before paying for access.

For certified copies of Crawford County deed records, contact the recorder at (812) 338-2615 or by email at recorder@crawfordcounty.in.gov. Mail requests should include a check and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Confirm the fee amount before sending payment.

Note: Crawford County is a small rural office. Submitting documents that are already fully compliant with all Indiana recording standards will help reduce turnaround time.

Crawford County Recording Requirements

Documents submitted for recording in Crawford County must comply with Indiana's statewide standards under IC 36-2-11-16.5. This statute 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. All other margins must be at least 0.5 inches. Print must be at least 8-point type and dark enough to scan clearly. Documents that don't meet these standards are returned unfiled.

Every deed in Crawford 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 requires the recorder to redact Social Security numbers before making documents available to the public. Deeds that transfer property must first receive an auditor's stamp from the Crawford County Auditor under IC 36-2-11-14 before the recorder will accept them. Visit the auditor first, then bring the deed to the recorder. All deeds and mortgages must be notarized in compliance with 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 to how the recorder indexes those parties.

The Indiana Recorders Association publishes the Indiana Recording Manual, which covers all document preparation requirements for Crawford County and all Indiana counties. Review the manual before preparing documents to record in Crawford County.

Indiana Deed Records State Resources

The Indiana State Land Office maintains state-level deed records, maps, and property photos separate from local Crawford County deed records. The portal covers state-managed land in southern Indiana, including Hoosier National Forest parcels that border or run through parts of Crawford County.

The Indiana State Land Office at in.gov covers state-owned property deeds and maps. For Crawford County property tax data linked to deed transfers, check Indiana Gateway.

Crawford County Deed Recording Fees

Crawford 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. Copies larger than 11 by 17 inches 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 English courthouse. For mail requests, include a check and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Call (812) 338-2615 to confirm the current fee before sending payment for Crawford County deed copies. The Indiana State Board of Accounts audits county recorder fee schedules for compliance with state law.

Cities in Crawford County

No cities in Crawford County exceed the 25,000 population threshold. Deed records for all communities are recorded at the Crawford County Recorder's Office. English is the county seat and largest community in Crawford County. Other communities include Leavenworth, Marengo, and Milltown. All property documents for land throughout Crawford County are filed at the English courthouse.

Nearby Counties

Crawford County is in southern Indiana. These counties share borders with Crawford County. Each has its own recorder's office where deed records for that county's property are maintained.