Tarrant County Deed Records & Official Public Records Search

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Search official public records, deeds, liens, leases, plats, and historical instruments filed in Tarrant County. Filter by grantor, grantee, recording date, instrument type, and more.

Recorder Office

Tarrant County Clerk

Address

Courthouse: Records Filing Office - 100 W Weatherford, Rm B-20, Fort Worth, Texas 76196

Office Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Phone

(817) 212-6847

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Tarrant County Recorder Reference

Recording Fees

Typical county clerk recording charges

Standard recording

First page

$20

Recording & filing fees

  • Each additional page$4

Copies & certification

  • Copy per page$1
  • Certification per document$5

Additional notes

  • FEES FOR RECORDING A DEED:
  • When requesting copies by mail, please enclose a cashier's check, money order or business check made out to the Tarrant County Clerk.
  • Fees are subject to change without notice. For the most current fees and further information, contact the County Clerk directly.

Document Requirements

Formatting and filing standards for recordable instruments

  1. 1

    The maximum size paper accepted is 8.5 x 14 inches while the minimum is 8.5 x 11. A page is considered to be one side of a sheet of paper. Use a font size of at least 8 point and black ink on white paper. Printing, typing, or handwriting must be clearly legible in order for the instrument to be accepted for recording.

  2. 2

    The grantor must sign and acknowledge the instrument.

  3. 3

    If an instrument is not in the English language, it needs to be accompanied by a correct English translation.

  4. 4

    Individual pages need to be of sufficient weight and substance so that printing, typing, or handwriting will not bleed through. Any riders or attachments must also comply with size requirements. Only one rider or attachment can be included with or attached to a page.

  5. 5

    Names should be printed or typed beneath signatures.

  6. 6

    On the bottom of the last page, provide at least 3 inches of blank space for the file stamp. If this is not provided, an additional page will be added.

  7. 7

    Provide a document heading at the top of the first page that identifies the type of legal document being recorded.

  8. 8

    On the front of the document, provide a return name and address to ensure a proper and timely return.

  9. 9

    A legal description of the real property is required.

  10. 10

    Any document that transfers an interest in real property must include the following "Notice of Confidentiality Rights:" NOTICE OF CONFIDENTIALITY RIGHTS: IF YOU ARE A NATURAL PERSON, YOU MANY REMOVE OR STRIKE ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FROM ANY INSTRUMENT THAT TRANSFERS AN INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY BEFORE IT IS FILED FOR RECORD IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS: YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OR YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE NUMBER.

Recorder Office

Office
Tarrant County Clerk
Courthouse: Records Filing Office - 100 W Weatherford, Rm B-20, Fort Worth, Texas 76196
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Research Tips

  • Start with grantor and grantee names when researching ownership history in Tarrant County.
  • Use document numbers, recording dates, volume/page references, and instrument types to narrow a broad record search.
  • Review legal descriptions carefully when comparing deeds, mineral instruments, easements, plats, and releases.
  • County clerk office hours and filing cutoffs can affect same-day recording, so verify current hours before visiting in person.
  • E-recording status for Tarrant County is listed as "E-Recording Not Available" in our reference source; confirm availability directly with the clerk.

Verify With the County Clerk

Office hours, recording fees, and filing requirements can change. Confirm current details directly with the Tarrant County Clerk before recording or ordering certified copies.

About Tarrant County Records

Tarrant County maintains its own local land-record history, courthouse filing patterns, and public-record context. This page is a county-specific research hub for deed records, liens, leases, plats, surveys, releases, assignments, and other recorded instruments filed in Tarrant County.

Tarrant County records: frequently asked questions

How do I search Tarrant County deed records online?
Use the search on this page to look up Tarrant County deed records by grantor, grantee, instrument type, recording date, or volume and page. Document previews are free; full PDFs can be downloaded instantly from $1.95, or with a Tarrant County subscription.
What records does the Tarrant County Clerk keep?
The Tarrant County Clerk records real property instruments including deeds, deeds of trust, liens and releases, oil and gas leases, plats, assignments, affidavits, and powers of attorney. TexasCountyDocs indexes these official public records for online search.
How much does it cost to get a copy of a deed in Tarrant County?
The Tarrant County Clerk typically charges about $1 per page for an uncertified copy plus a certification fee for certified copies. On TexasCountyDocs you can download an uncertified PDF instantly from $1.95.
Are Tarrant County property records the same as appraisal district records?
No. County clerk records document ownership instruments such as deeds and liens, while the appraisal district (CAD) handles tax valuations. To trace ownership or confirm a conveyance, you want the county clerk records searched here.
Can I search Tarrant County records by grantor and grantee?
Yes. You can search the Tarrant County grantor/grantee index by either party name, and narrow results by instrument type, date range, document number, or legal description.