Cochise County Property Records

Cochise County property records contain deeds, mortgages, liens, and other land documents filed with the County Recorder in Bisbee. This large southeastern Arizona county maintains property records going back to territorial days. You can search these records online through the county's document search system or visit the recorder's office at 1415 Melody Lane. The recorder handles thousands of documents each year for properties across the county. Whether you need to verify ownership, research title history, or check for liens, Cochise County provides multiple ways to access public property records.

Cochise County Recorder's Office

The Cochise County Recorder's Office handles all property document recording in the county. The office is at 1415 Melody Lane, Building B in Bisbee. Call them at (520) 432-8350 for questions about recording or document searches. The recorder's office processes deeds, mortgages, releases, and other property documents for the public.

Recording a standard document in Cochise County costs $30. This is the statewide fee under A.R.S. 11-475. Plats and surveys cost $24 for the first page and $20 for each page after. Copies are $1 per page. Adding certification costs $3 extra. You can pay by cash, check, or credit card at the office.

The recorder's main page shows services available in Cochise County.

This page provides an overview of the Cochise County Recorder's services and contact information.

If you record by mail, expect documents to take 15 to 20 business days to come back. This is longer than some other counties. Plan ahead if you have a closing deadline. In-person recording is faster since staff can process your document while you wait. Bring the original document, the correct fee, and any required forms like the Affidavit of Property Value.

Cochise County Document Search

Cochise County uses theCountyRecorder.com for online document searches. The Cochise County document search lets you look up recorded documents by name, date, or document type. This system includes deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded instruments filed with the county.

The online search portal for Cochise County recorded documents is free to use.

Search for deeds and other recorded documents using this online tool.

The search results show basic document information. You can see the recording date, document type, and parties involved. To view the full document image, you may need to pay a fee or visit the office. Staff can make copies of any recorded document for the standard copy rate.

You can also search by legal description if you know the property details. This helps when you need all documents related to a specific parcel. Title searches often start this way, looking for everything recorded against a property over the years.

Cochise County Property Lookup

The Cochise County Assessor maintains a separate property search tool. The Cochise County property search shows parcel information including owner names, assessed values, and property descriptions. This database is useful for finding current ownership and tax information.

The property lookup tool shows assessed values and parcel data for Cochise County.

Use this tool to find parcel numbers, owners, and property values in Cochise County.

The two search systems serve different purposes. The recorder's document search finds recorded instruments like deeds and mortgages. The assessor's property search shows current ownership and values. For a complete picture of a property, use both tools. Start with the assessor to find the parcel number, then search the recorder's database for all documents tied to that parcel.

Note: The assessor's data shows current information while the recorder's documents show the full history.

Cochise County Assessor

The Cochise County Assessor values property for tax purposes. The office is at the county complex in Bisbee. Call (520) 432-8650 with questions about property values or assessments. The assessor determines the full cash value of each parcel in the county every year.

The assessor's main page explains their role in property taxation.

The assessor handles valuations that determine your property tax bill.

If you think your property value is too high, you can appeal. Arizona law gives you 60 days from the notice date to file. Use ADOR Form 82130 for real property appeals. The Arizona Department of Revenue provides forms and guidance on the appeals process. Personal property appeals have a shorter 30-day window.

The assessor also maintains maps and parcel information. This data feeds into the GIS system that lets you view properties on a map. The assessor and recorder coordinate to keep ownership records accurate across both offices.

Cochise County GIS Maps

Cochise County provides geographic data through its GIS portal. The Cochise County GIS Open Data site offers parcel boundaries, zoning information, and other map layers. You can download data or view it online through interactive maps.

The GIS portal provides mapping data for Cochise County properties.

Use GIS data to view property boundaries and land features in Cochise County.

GIS maps complement the official property records. While recorded documents prove ownership, maps show where a property sits on the ground. You can use GIS to find parcel boundaries, see neighboring properties, and check zoning designations. The data is useful for planning, development, and property research.

Cochise County covers over 6,000 square miles. GIS mapping helps make sense of this large area. You can zoom in on any part of the county to see parcel lines, roads, and geographic features. The open data portal lets you download datasets for your own use.

Recording Requirements

Arizona law sets standards for recording documents in Cochise County. Under A.R.S. 11-480, every deed needs a caption stating the document type. A warranty deed must say so at the top. Documents need half-inch margins on all sides and a two-inch top margin on page one for the recording stamp.

Deeds must include an Affidavit of Property Value or exemption code. This comes from A.R.S. 11-1133. Without it, the recorder will reject your deed. Exemptions cover transfers between family members, to trusts, and certain other transactions. The recorder can tell you which code to use if you ask.

Recording creates legal notice of your ownership. Under A.R.S. 33-411, unrecorded deeds do not give notice to later buyers. Someone else could buy the same property and record first. This is why recording quickly after closing matters. Once recorded, A.R.S. 33-416 says the document serves as notice to everyone.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Cochise County is in the southeast corner of Arizona. It shares borders with several other counties and Mexico. If a property is near a county line, verify which county it falls in before searching records.

Counties bordering Cochise include Pima County to the west, Santa Cruz County to the southwest, and Graham County to the north. Greenlee County is to the northeast. New Mexico borders the east side. Each county maintains its own recorder's office and records system. International border properties may have additional considerations.

Cochise County covers cities including Sierra Vista, Douglas, and the county seat of Bisbee. The county has a mix of urban areas and vast rural land. Property types range from city lots to large ranches. The recorder's office handles documents for all these properties.

Note: The recorder keeps records organized by the county where the property sits, not where the owner lives.