Tulsa County Deed Records Search

Tulsa County deed records are maintained by the County Clerk's Land Records Division in downtown Tulsa. This is one of the busiest recording offices in Oklahoma. The county runs its own independent systems for searching and filing deed records, separate from the statewide OKCountyRecords portal. Tulsa County offers multiple ways to search land records online, including the RecordRadar subscription service and the LOCCAT mapping system. The office has historical records going back to 1898 and has accepted electronic filings since 2004. This page covers every way to search, file, and get copies of Tulsa County deed records.

Tulsa County Clerk Land Records

The Tulsa County Clerk is Michael Willis. The Land Records Division is at 500 S Denver Ave, 2nd Floor, Tulsa, OK 74103. The main phone number is (918) 596-5800. For land records questions, call (918) 596-5801 or email landrecords@tulsacounty.org. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The Land Records Division is one of the largest in the state. Lois Turley serves as the Director, and the team includes Derek Cowan and Matt Hayes. They process a high volume of deed recordings, searches, and copy requests every day. Tulsa County is the second most populous county in Oklahoma, which means the clerk's office deals with far more property filings than most other counties in the state. The division handles warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mineral deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and every other type of land document that gets recorded in the county.

The Tulsa County Clerk Land Records page has details about the division, its services, and links to the online search tools.

This page is the starting point for anyone looking to search or file deed records in Tulsa County. It links to RecordRadar, LOCCAT, e-filing information, and fee schedules.

Search Tulsa County Deed Records Online

Tulsa County runs its own online search systems. Unlike most Oklahoma counties, it does not use the statewide OKCountyRecords portal. Instead, the county offers multiple tools to search land records. Each one works a bit differently and serves a different purpose.

RecordRadar is the main subscription-based search tool for Tulsa County deed records. It gives you access to indexed records and scanned document images. Subscription costs run from $10.00 per day up to $360.00 per year, depending on how often you need to search. Title companies, attorneys, and real estate professionals use this tool regularly. The system lets you search by name, document type, date range, legal description, and instrument number. Historical records going back to 1898 are available through this platform.

The screenshot below shows the RecordRadar signup page where you can choose a subscription plan.

Pick the plan that fits your needs. A one-day pass works for a quick search. The annual plan is better if you search Tulsa County deed records on a regular basis.

The RecordRadar FAQ page has answers to common questions about using the search system.

This page explains how to search, what records are available, and how the subscription works.

LOCCAT is a free mapping tool from Tulsa County. It shows parcel boundaries, ownership information, and links to recorded documents. You can search by address or click on a parcel on the map to see who owns it and what documents are on file. LOCCAT is handy for a quick lookup, but RecordRadar has more detail and better search options for deed records research.

Tulsa County E-Filing for Deed Records

Tulsa County has accepted electronic filings since 2004. That is one of the longest e-filing histories of any county in Oklahoma. Three approved vendors handle e-filing for the county: Simplifile, CSC, and ePN. Title companies, law firms, and other high-volume filers use these services to submit documents without mailing or hand-delivering them.

E-filing speeds up the recording process. Documents submitted electronically are typically indexed faster than paper filings. The fees are the same as in-person recording, though the e-filing vendor may charge its own service fee on top of the county recording fee. If you file a lot of deeds in Tulsa County, e-filing through one of these three vendors can save time. The county clerk's website has details on how to set up an account with each vendor.

The screenshot below is from the Tulsa County Clerk website, showing the county's online presence and resources.

The site connects you to all the tools and information you need for filing and searching deed records in Tulsa County.

Tulsa County Deed Recording Fees

Recording fees in Tulsa County follow the state schedule set by Oklahoma Statutes Title 28, Section 32. A conforming deed costs $8.00 for the first page and $2.00 for each added page. The $10.00 records preservation fee applies to every instrument. A one-page deed costs $18.00. Two pages cost $20.00.

Non-conforming documents cost $25.00 for the first page and $10.00 for each additional page, plus the preservation fee. A one-page non-conforming deed runs $35.00. Documents are non-conforming if margins are wrong, text is hard to read, or the paper is too big. Margins must be at least 2 inches at the top and 1 inch on the sides and bottom. Paper size cannot exceed 8.5 by 14 inches. Given the volume of filings at the Tulsa County Clerk, getting your documents right the first time is worth the effort.

Copies of Tulsa County deed records cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies add $1.00 for the certification. Online access through RecordRadar costs $10.00 for a day pass, $50.00 for a month, or $360.00 for a full year.

Tulsa County Filing Requirements

Every deed filed in Tulsa County must meet Oklahoma's standards. The document must be an original or certified copy. It has to be in English and clearly readable. All grantors must sign. Proper notarization is required. The grantee's mailing address must appear on the document. A specific legal description is mandatory under Title 16, Section 63.

Documentary stamps or an exemption stamp with the applicable paragraph number must be on the deed. An affidavit of consideration is required. Since November 2023, all deeds need an Alien Land Ownership Affidavit for each grantee under 60 O.S. Section 121. Get the forms from the Oklahoma Attorney General's website. The Tulsa County Clerk will not record a deed that is missing this affidavit unless a listed exemption applies.

Mortgages need the borrower's notarized signature and the mortgagee's address. A mortgage tax stamp or "no tax due" notation from the county treasurer is required. Under Title 16, Section 15, recording gives public notice and protects the buyer's interest. Without recording, a deed is valid between the parties but does not bind third parties who had no knowledge of the transfer.

Visit Tulsa County Land Records

The Land Records Division is at 500 S Denver Ave, 2nd Floor, in downtown Tulsa. You can search deed records in person during business hours. The staff can help you find records by name, legal description, instrument number, or book and page. Bring as much information as you can about the property or transaction you are researching.

Copies are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $1.00 per page plus certification. The office is open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Call (918) 596-5801 for land records questions or email landrecords@tulsacounty.org. For court records that might affect property titles, check the Oklahoma State Courts Network.

Nearby Counties and Resources

Tulsa County borders several other counties in northeastern Oklahoma. Nearby counties with deed records include Rogers County to the northeast, Wagoner County to the east, Muskogee County to the southeast, Creek County to the west, Osage County to the north, and Pawnee County to the northwest. Property near a county line must be recorded in the county where the land sits.

If you need to check records in other counties, the USLandRecords platform is a good tool for searching across multiple Oklahoma counties. Many of the counties surrounding Tulsa use the statewide OKCountyRecords portal, even though Tulsa County does not.