Fees: $12.00 for deeds, change of name, condemnations and contracts (first page, includes $5.00 transfer fee per parcel); copies of real estate documents $0.50 per page

Processing: Documents typically recorded same day when submitted in person or via eRecording

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Vital Records

Polk County Recorder - Vital Records Division

111 Court Ave, Suite 250, Des Moines, IA 50309-2251

(515) 286-3781

Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Fees: Fees vary by certificate type; contact office for current birth/death/marriage certificate fee schedule

Processing: Certified copies generally available same day in person; mail requests take longer

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What to know about requesting records in Polk County

In Iowa, the County Recorder's office issues both real estate recordings and vital records (birth, death, marriage certificates), unlike states with separate vital records agencies.
Polk County offers a free web-based search tool (with a newer version rolled out) for real estate index searches, though vital records are not available online.
eRecording is accepted by the Polk County Recorder for real estate documents.

Documents We Retrieve in Polk County

Our team retrieves a comprehensive range of documents from Polk County and Iowa government agencies and records offices.

Vital Records

Birth Certificates
Death Certificates
Marriage Certificates
Divorce Certificates
Amended Vital Records

Property & Real Estate

Property Deeds
Mortgage Documents
Title Documents
Lien Records
Property Tax Records
Foreclosure Records

Business & Corporate

Articles of Incorporation
Certificate of Good Standing
UCC Filings
Annual Reports
Business Licenses
Operating Agreements

DMV & Vehicle

Vehicle Titles
Driver Records
Vehicle Registration
Driving History
Accident Reports
License Verification

Educational Records

Academic Transcripts
Diplomas
Degree Verification
GED Certificates
Enrollment Records
Teacher Certifications

Background & Identity

Employment Verification
Identity Documents
Citizenship Records
Immigration Documents
Military Records

Cities Served in Polk County

We provide document retrieval services for all cities and communities within Polk County, including:

Des Moines, IAWest Des Moines, IAAnkeny, IA

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