Gibson County Deed Records
Gibson County deed records are filed and maintained at the Gibson County Recorder's Office in Princeton, Indiana. All property transfers, mortgages, and other real estate instruments for land in Gibson County are recorded there and are available to the public for search and inspection.
Gibson County Quick Facts
Gibson County Recorder's Office
The Gibson County Recorder's Office is inside the courthouse at 101 N Main St in Princeton. Tim Schurmeier serves as the elected recorder. Under IC 36-2-11, the recorder is responsible for receiving, indexing, and permanently storing every document that meets Indiana's recording standards. The office holds all land records for Gibson County, including deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, plat maps, and related instruments. The recorder's office is the official starting point for any property search or deed filing in Gibson County.
Gibson County offers online deed record access through Laredo and Tapestry by Fidlar. Tapestry is a pay-per-search platform at about $8.75 per search, which works well for occasional users. Laredo is a subscription-based option better suited for high-volume users like title companies and law firms. Both platforms connect to the same Gibson County Recorder database, so the records are identical regardless of which service you use. Call the recorder's office at (812) 385-3332 for the most current access information and to confirm hours before visiting in person. For in-person service, staff can search by name or parcel number and make copies of recorded documents. Older records not available online can be found through the physical index books at the courthouse.
| Office | Gibson County Recorder -- Tim Schurmeier |
|---|---|
| Address | Courthouse, 101 N Main St, Princeton, IN 47670 |
| Phone | (812) 385-3332 |
| Online Search | Tapestry (pay-per-search) | Laredo (subscription) |
How to Search Gibson County Property Records
Tapestry is the easiest way to search Gibson County deed records online. Visit tapestry.fidlar.com, create an account, and select Gibson County. Each search costs about $8.75 and gives you access to document images from the recorder's database. You can search by name, parcel number, or document type. This is a good option for occasional users who need to check ownership or pull a copy of a recorded deed without traveling to Princeton.
Laredo is a subscription-based alternative that works better for title companies and law firms that search Gibson County deed records frequently. The per-search cost drops with volume under a subscription. Both Tapestry and Laredo pull from the same recorder database, so the records are identical. Choose the one that fits your usage pattern.
For in-person searches, go to the courthouse at 101 N Main St. The recorder's office has the full grantor-grantee index for all recorded instruments in Gibson County. IC 36-2-11-16 requires this index, and it is the main tool for title searching in Gibson County. Staff can pull records by name or parcel number and help you identify the full set of documents on file for any Gibson County property.
Certified copies of Gibson County deed records are available from the recorder's office. Contact the office at (812) 385-3332. For mail requests, include a check for the correct amount and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Confirm the fee before sending payment.
Gibson County Deed Recording Requirements
Documents submitted for recording in Gibson County must comply with Indiana's statewide standards under IC 36-2-11-16.5. 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 for the recorder's stamp. All other margins must be 0.5 inches or more. Print must be at least 8-point type and dark enough to reproduce clearly when scanned. Documents that do not meet these standards will be returned unfiled at the Princeton courthouse.
Every deed in Gibson 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 from documents before making them publicly available. Deeds that transfer property must first receive an auditor's stamp from the Gibson County Auditor under IC 36-2-11-14. 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. IC 36-2-11-16 applies when names on a deed are identical or very similar.
E-recording is an option for Gibson County. Services like Simplifile (800-460-5657) and CSC eRecording (866-652-0111) can connect to the recorder's system for digital submissions. Contact the recorder's office at (812) 385-3332 to confirm which services are currently accepted. The Indiana Recorders Association publishes the Indiana Recording Manual covering all formatting requirements for Gibson County and all Indiana counties.
Gibson County Deed Records and Indiana State Resources
Indiana maintains a state property portal with deed records, maps, and photos for state-owned land that may border or overlap with private parcels in Gibson County. The portal is useful for properties near the Wabash River, state roads, or other public land managed at the state level in southwestern Indiana.
The Indiana State Land Office maintains records for state-controlled land throughout Indiana, which can supplement what you find at the Gibson County Recorder in Princeton. For Gibson County property tax data linked to deed transfers, check Indiana Gateway.
Gibson County Recording Fees and Costs
The fee to record a deed in Gibson County is $25.00. Mortgages cost $55.00. Oversized pages add $5.00 each to the total. Copies of recorded documents cost $1.00 per page for standard size sheets and $5.00 per page for larger documents. Certified copies add a $5.00 fee for the certification. Cash or check is the accepted payment method at the recorder's window in Princeton. For mail requests, include a self-addressed stamped envelope and a check. Call (812) 385-3332 to confirm the fee before sending. The Indiana State Board of Accounts audits county recorder offices and verifies that recording fees are collected in line with state law. IC 36-2-11-15 makes clear why recording your Gibson County deed promptly matters. Once recorded, the deed gives constructive notice to all future buyers and lenders that the property has changed hands.
Cities in Gibson County
No cities in Gibson County exceed the 25,000 population threshold. Deed records for all communities are recorded at the Gibson County Recorder's Office. Princeton is the county seat and largest city. Other communities in Gibson County include Fort Branch, Oakland City, and Haubstadt. All property documents for land in any part of Gibson County are filed at the Princeton courthouse.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Gibson County in southwestern Indiana. Each has its own recorder and deed record system. Verify which county a property falls in before beginning your title search.