Greene County Deed Records
Greene County deed records are managed by the Recorder of Deeds in Springfield, Missouri. Formed in 1833, Greene County is the third most populous county in the state and serves as the hub of southwest Missouri. The recorder's office holds warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, deeds of trust, releases, plat maps, and surveys for all real property in the county. With a fast-growing metro area and steady real estate market, the Greene County recorder handles a high volume of recordings each year.
Greene County Deed Records Quick Facts
Greene County Recorder of Deeds
The Greene County Recorder of Deeds office is at 940 N Boonville Ave in Springfield, MO 65802. The recorder is Cheryl Dawson-Spaulding. You can reach the office by phone at (417) 868-4068 or by fax at (417) 868-4807. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, except holidays.
The recorder's office handles several types of work. Beyond recording deeds, it issues and maintains marriage license information, files federal and state tax liens, and stores military discharge records. The office also offers a Property Fraud Notification service that sends alerts when a document is recorded under your name.
Under RSMo Chapter 59, the recorder keeps a Direct Index (by grantor) and an Indirect Index (by grantee). Each entry shows names, filing date, volume and page, document type, and property description. Greene County's indexes go back to 1833, giving you a nearly 200-year chain of title for the oldest properties.
How to Search Greene County Deed Records
Greene County offers online search tools for deed records. The recorder's website provides access to a Real Estate Search, Marriage License Search, and Tax Lien Search. You can look up recorded documents from your computer or phone. The system lets you search by name, document type, date range, and other criteria.
In-person searches are also available at the recorder's office in Springfield. Staff can help you find specific documents or point you in the right direction. Walk in during business hours. Copies cost about $1 per page for uncertified copies. Certified copies are a few dollars more. The office also offers Subscriber Download services for title companies and other frequent users.
The Recorders' Association of Missouri has resources and recording guidelines. The Missouri Land Survey Database covers surveys filed statewide. For records before 1970, the Missouri State Archives has historical land records on microfilm.
Electronic Recording in Greene County
Greene County accepts electronic recordings. Under RSMo 59.563, recorders can process documents submitted in electronic format. E-recording lets title companies and attorneys file documents online and get them recorded quickly, sometimes in just a few minutes.
Several vendors handle e-recording in Missouri, including Simplifile, CSC, iCounty Technologies, and others. Most charge no sign-up fees. You can submit warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, deeds of trust, releases, and other standard real estate documents. Contact the Greene County recorder's office to confirm which vendors are accepted.
Greene County Recording Fees
Recording fees follow state law. The base cost is $24 for the first page and $3 for each added page. Non-standard documents per RSMo 59.310 face a $25 penalty. These fees apply across all Missouri counties.
Plat recordings cost $44 for the first 18" x 24" page. Larger plats at 24" x 36" start at $69. Part of each fee goes to state funds for record preservation and survey maintenance. The office accepts checks and credit cards, though credit cards come with a convenience fee.
Types of Greene County Deed Records
Warranty deeds are the most common, used in most home sales. They guarantee clear title. Quit claim deeds pass along whatever interest the seller holds. Deeds of trust work as mortgages, with a trustee holding title until the loan is paid off.
Transfer on Death deeds under RSMo 461.025 let owners name a beneficiary who gets the property at death, skipping probate. Sheriff's deeds come from court sales. All these documents, plus releases, assignments, and liens, are filed at the Greene County recorder's office.
Greene County's active real estate market means the recorder also sees a high volume of subdivision plats, easements, and deed restrictions. New developments in the Springfield metro area generate many new recordings each month.
Greene County Property Fraud Alerts
The Greene County Recorder offers a free Property Fraud Notification service. When you sign up, the system sends you an email any time a document is recorded that matches your name or property. This does not stop fraud, but it gives you an early warning. The FBI calls property fraud one of the fastest-growing white-collar crimes. If you own property in Greene County, signing up is a smart step.
Are Greene County Records Public
Yes. All deed records in Greene County are public. The Missouri Sunshine Law under RSMo Chapter 610 gives anyone the right to inspect and copy government records. The recorder's online search tools make it even easier to access these records from anywhere.
For historical research, the State Historical Society of Missouri has a research center in Rolla, not far from Springfield. Missouri Digital Heritage offers free online access to land records from 1777 through 1969. The Springfield-Greene County Library system also has local history collections useful for property research.
Springfield Deed Records
Springfield is the county seat and the third largest city in Missouri, with a population around 170,000. All deed records for property in Springfield are filed with the Greene County Recorder of Deeds. The city does not have a separate recorder's office. If you own or are buying property in Springfield, the Greene County recorder is your source for deed records.
Nearby Counties
Greene County is in southwest Missouri, surrounded by several other counties. If a property is near a county line, always confirm which county it falls in before recording.