Coconino County Property Records

Coconino County property records give you access to deeds, liens, mortgages, and other land documents stored by the County Recorder in Flagstaff. This northern Arizona county covers over 18,000 square miles, making it the second largest county in the United States by area. You can search these property records online through the recorder's website or visit the office in person at 110 East Cherry Avenue. The recorder's office has document images dating back to March 1999, while maps go back to 1891. Whether you need to check ownership, look for liens, or trace a property's title history, Coconino County offers several ways to get these records.

Coconino County Recorder's Office

The Coconino County Recorder's Office handles all property document recording in the county. Patty Hansen serves as the current recorder. The office is at 110 East Cherry Ave in Flagstaff. You can call them at (928) 679-7850 or use the toll free line at (800) 793-6181. Office hours run Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The recorder's office is committed to providing courteous and efficient customer service. They record, preserve, and retrieve public records for anyone who needs them. Staff will record documents that meet state requirements set by Arizona law. They will not provide legal advice or help you fill out forms. If you need a deed or other document prepared, you must get that done elsewhere before bringing it in.

The recorder main page provides helpful information about recording procedures and requirements in Coconino County.

Recording in Coconino County can happen several ways. You can walk in during business hours. No appointment is needed for most services. You can also mail documents to the office at 110 East Cherry Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86001. E-recording through approved vendors is another option that many title companies use.

Coconino County Property Document Search

You can search recorded documents through the Coconino County document search portal. The database lets you look up records by name, document number, or other details. The search range for maps is January 1, 1891 to the current date. Document images are available from March 29, 1999 to current. Basic searches are free to use.

If you need documents from before 1999, you may need to visit the office in person. Older records exist on microfilm and other formats. The staff can help you find what you need. Copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies add $3.00 to the total.

Note: The online search gives you basic info and sometimes preview images, but certified copies may require a visit or mail request.

Recording Fees in Coconino County

Coconino County follows the state fee schedule for recording under A.R.S. 11-475. A standard document costs $30.00 to record. This flat fee applies to most deeds, mortgages, releases, and other common papers. Government agencies pay $15.00 per document when they request the recording.

Plats and surveys have a different fee structure. The first page costs $24.00 to record. Each additional page costs $20.00. Copies of recorded documents cost $1.00 per page. Certification adds $3.00 per document.

Your deed must include either an Affidavit of Property Value or an exemption code to be accepted for recording. This is a state requirement under A.R.S. 11-1133. Without this form, your document will be rejected. Common exemptions include transfers between family members and certain trust deals.

Coconino County Property Assessor

The Coconino County Assessor values real and personal property for tax purposes. The office is in Flagstaff. You can reach them at (928) 679-7962. The assessor looks at each property and sets its assessed value, which is used to figure out property taxes.

The assessor's office maintains an EagleWeb search portal where you can look up any property in Coconino County. Enter an address or parcel number to see property details, ownership info, and assessed values. This tool is free to use and gives you quick access to basic property data.

Property values are set each year by the assessor. If you disagree with your assessed value, you can file an appeal. Use ADOR Form 82130 for real property appeals. Appeals must be filed within 60 days of your notice of value. The assessor and recorder are separate offices with different jobs, but both deal with property records in Coconino County.

Property Taxes in Coconino County

The Coconino County Treasurer collects property taxes. You can reach them at (928) 679-8188. Taxes are paid in two parts each year. The first half is due October 1 and becomes delinquent after November 1. The second half is due March 1 and becomes delinquent after May 1.

Missing a payment leads to interest and penalties. If property taxes go unpaid for several years, the county can sell a tax lien on the property. Investors can purchase these liens and earn interest when the property owner pays up.

Tax records show the payment history for any property in Coconino County. You can use this info to verify a property is current on taxes before buying it. This is a smart step in any property purchase.

Coconino County GIS Maps

The county provides GIS mapping tools for property research. The Coconino County Parcel Viewer offers parcel boundaries, zoning layers, and other geographic data. These maps show property lines, subdivisions, and land features across the county.

You can also find mapping data through the Coconino County Open Data portal. These tools let you view aerial photos, search parcels, and explore land use data in Coconino County. The maps are useful for property research, development planning, and understanding neighborhood boundaries.

GIS data complements the official property records at the recorder's office. While maps show where a property is, recorded documents prove who owns it. Both are needed for a full picture.

Note: GIS maps are for general reference only and do not replace official surveys or legal descriptions.

Arizona Property Recording Laws

Arizona law sets the rules for recording property documents in Coconino County. Under A.R.S. 11-461, the county recorder has custody of all records, maps, and papers deposited in the office. The recorder must keep these documents safe and available for the public.

Documents must meet certain form requirements to be recorded. Under A.R.S. 11-480, each document must have a caption that briefly states what it is. Deeds must have at least a one half inch margin on all sides. The first page needs a two inch top margin for recording info. These rules help keep documents readable and organized.

Recording a document is important for protecting your property rights. Under A.R.S. 33-411, an unrecorded deed does not give notice to future buyers or lenders. This means someone could claim they did not know about your ownership if you fail to record. Once recorded, your document gives legal notice to all per A.R.S. 33-416.

Cities in Coconino County

Coconino County contains several cities and towns. Property recording for all of them goes through the Coconino County Recorder in Flagstaff. Each city has its own planning and zoning offices for permits and development questions.

Flagstaff is the county seat and largest city in Coconino County. It is home to Northern Arizona University and sits at about 7,000 feet elevation. Property records for Flagstaff are all filed at the Coconino County Recorder's Office, not at city hall. The City of Flagstaff Planning and Development Services handles permits and zoning within city limits.

Other communities in Coconino County include Sedona (partly in Yavapai County), Williams, Page, and the Grand Canyon area. All property document recording for these areas goes through the Flagstaff office.

Note: Property records for cities are filed at the county recorder, not city offices.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Coconino County borders several other Arizona counties. If a property sits near a county line, make sure you search in the right county's records. The county line determines which recorder has the documents.

Counties that border Coconino include Yavapai County to the southwest, Navajo County to the east, and Mohave County to the west. Apache County also borders Coconino on the east side. Each county maintains its own recorder's office and property record system.

The Sedona area is split between Coconino and Yavapai counties. Make sure you know which county your property is in before searching for records. The parcel number will tell you which county to contact.