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Archives Recorded Document Order Form

Order copies of King County recorded property documents before Aug. 1, 1991.
King County Archives holds historical recorded documents dated from 1852 to July 31, 1991. We cannot fill requests for documents that were recorded after July 31, 1991. Those are available through the King County Recorder's Office.
Was your document recorded between 1852 and July 31, 1991?

YesNo
WE'RE SORRY. King County Archives cannot fulfill your request.

King County Archives does not hold documents that were recorded after July 31, 1991. Please order a copy from the King County Recorder's Office.

Document Type
What type of recorded property document do you need?*
Please note: For documentation of property ownership, please request a warranty or quit claim deed. A warranty deed is a legal document that transfers title of real estate and includes a legal description of said property. It contains an implied promise that the person transferring the property actually owns the title and that it is not encumbered in any way, except as described in the deed.

A mortgage or deed of trust does not show or prove property ownership. Essentially, this document is the buyer’s agreement to repay their mortgage lender according to the terms of their new home loan.
Required Record Information

We need the following information to locate your record on microfilm.
If you know the Recording (Auditor's) Number, please enter it here.
If you don't know the recording number, please provide the following:
Property Address*
Additional Record Information

Helpful, but not required.
Notes (other details you think might help us locate your document)
Delivery Details

How many copies do you want, and where should we send them?
Number of document copies
Do you want a certified or uncertified copy?

UncertifiedCertified (requires delivery via U.S. mail)
Please note: Certified copies cost $3.00 for the first page, and $1.00 per each subsequent page. We provide uncertified copies free of charge.
Select your delivery option.

EmailU.S. mail
REMEMBER: We only deliver certified copies via U.S. mail.
Contact Information

So we can reach out if we need clarification and we know where to send your document.
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*
E-mail*
example@example.com
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
HELP ME

Q: What if I can't fill in all of the required fields in this form?

A: Don't worry. Please call the Archives at 206-263-2480 or email us at archives@kingcounty.gov, and we will be happy to assist you with your order.
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Archives Recorded Document Order Form

Document Type

Required Record Information

Additional Record Information

Delivery Details

Contact Information