Washington County, Oregon Recording Fees
Recording a deed in Washington County costs about $91 and a mortgage about $161 (a 2-page deed and a 16-page deed of trust), per the Washington County Assessment & Taxation, Recording Office's fee schedule, effective 2025-08-01. Per Washington County's own published recording page (effective 8/1/2025): a typical document, including a deed or a trust deed, is $86.00 for the first page and $5.00 for each additional page; the county notes special document types can differ.
Fee schedule
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Deed, first page | $86 |
| Deed, each additional page | $5 |
| Mortgage, first page | $86 |
| Mortgage, each additional page | $5 |
County transfer tax
Washington County Real Property Transfer Tax: $1.00 per $1,000, paid by the negotiable. Oregon transfer tax →
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to record a deed in Washington County?
$86 for the first page and $5 for each additional page, about $91 for a typical deed, per the Washington County Assessment & Taxation, Recording Office's fee schedule.
And the mortgage?
$86 for the first page and $5 per additional page, about $161 for a typical mortgage or deed of trust. The buyer pays this at closing.
Sources
- Washington County Assessment & Taxation, Recording Office fee schedule
- Washington County, OR, Real Property Transfer Tax / Exemptions page
Figures are computed from the documents above and rounded to the dollar. All sources.
Washington County closing costs → Washington County home buyer guide →
Fees as published by the recorder; e-recording and courier charges may apply. General information, not legal advice.
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