California / Recording fees
Estimate county recording fees.
A practical starting point for your deed or living-trust transfer, with an itemized estimate and official county sources. Before recording, read how property transfers into a living trust.
Recording fee calculator / V0.2
A few details. A clearer starting point.
Start with your deed. Fees update as you answer; anything we can’t confirm stays separate.
This calculator covers a single deed. Current inputs: 1 title(s), 1 parcel(s), letter-size pages. Check or change these below. No exemption is assumed.
No property address, document upload or personal information needed.
Before you recordWhat to confirm with your preparer
These checks are separate from the preliminary subtotal. Leave anything you’re unsure about unanswered; it stays unresolved, not exempt.
Choose the county, deed and purpose above to see the relevant tax statements, ownership-report forms, exemption wording and document checks.
County recorder information
Offices, addresses and document references
Find your recorder.
Browse the existing five county profiles for office details and document guidance. These sample references are separate from the calculator’s verified fee rules.
Always confirm current fees and requirements with the county recorder before submitting documents.
Your county brief will appear here.
Select one of the five available counties to see office details, fee references, and document guidance.