Lane County Deed Records Search

Lane County deed records are managed by the Deeds and Records office in Eugene, Oregon. The clerk records all deeds, liens, contracts, and conveyances for property in Lane County. You can search for recorded deed records at the public research library or through the county's online tools. Lane County is one of the most populated counties in Oregon, and its deed records cover homes in Eugene, Springfield, and small towns throughout the Willamette Valley and Coast Range. The office serves the full county from one location in downtown Eugene.

Lane County Deeds and Records Office

The Lane County Deeds and Records office is at 125 East 8th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401. Office hours are 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The office closes for lunch. This is where you go to record a new deed, search for an old one, or get copies of recorded documents in Lane County.

The office also runs a Public Research Library at the same address. The library is open during the same hours and gives you access to deed records, indexes, and other property documents. You can search the grantor and grantee indexes to trace the chain of title for any land in Lane County. Staff can help you get started if you are new to deed research.

You can learn more about Lane County real property recording on the county website. The page covers what documents the office accepts and the steps to record a deed in Lane County.

The screenshot above shows the Lane County real property recording page. Here you can find details on recording rules, fees, and office hours for the deed records office.

Note: The Lane County recording office relocated to the Public Service Building at 125 E. 8th Avenue as of August 21, 2025.

How to Search Lane County Deed Records

There are two main ways to search for deed records in Lane County. You can visit the Public Research Library in person, or you can use the online property lookup tool.

At the library, you search through indexes that list every recorded deed by the names of the parties. The grantor index lists deeds by the seller. The grantee index lists them by the buyer. Once you find the right entry, you can pull up the full deed image and ask for a copy. The clerk can provide copies by email or mail for a small fee.

The Lane County Property Lookup tool is an online option. It lets you search for property data including parcel boundaries and some recorded information. While it may not show every deed, it is a helpful starting point for Lane County property research.

The image above shows the Lane County property lookup tool. You can search by address or map location to find property details and related deed records in Lane County.

Lane County Deed Recording Requirements

Deeds filed in Lane County must meet Oregon's format rules. As of January 1, 2024, HB 2029 changed the minimum font size for recorded documents from 8-point type to 10-point type. This applies to all deeds, mortgages, and other instruments filed in Lane County and statewide. The paper must be no more than 8.5 by 14 inches, and the weight must be at least 20 pounds.

The first page of any deed needs these items under ORS 205.234:

• Names of the parties to the deed
• Type of document being recorded
• Return address for the recorded deed
• True consideration paid for the property
• Tax statement delivery information
• Blank space on top right for recording label

If a deed lacks any of these items, the Lane County Clerk may require a cover sheet. The cover sheet fee is $5. A non-standard document adds $20. Oregon does not charge a transfer tax on property sales, so the recording fee is your only cost when filing a deed in Lane County.

Lane County Property Document Resources

The Lane County official website has links to many services tied to deed records and property research. You can reach the clerk office, the assessor, and the property lookup tool from the main county page.

From this site, you can find office hours, phone numbers, and directions to the Deeds and Records office in Eugene. Lane County also provides information about the Regional Land Information Database, which offers online property data for subscribers.

Under Oregon's public records law, ORS Chapter 192, anyone can view deed records at the Lane County Clerk office. You do not need to be the owner or a party to the deed. The law gives every person the right to inspect public records, and deed records fall under that rule.

The recording priority rule under ORS 93.640 protects buyers who record their deed first. If two people claim the same land in Lane County, the one who recorded in good faith and for value wins. This is why recording your deed as soon as possible matters.

Note: Lane County Deeds and Records staff can provide copies by email or mail for a small fee if you cannot visit in person.

Nearby Counties

Lane County borders Linn County, Benton County, Douglas County, Klamath County, and Deschutes County. Each of these counties has its own clerk office that maintains deed records. If your property is near a county line, verify which county has jurisdiction before filing or searching for deed records.