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County Recorder Offices | Lorain County Recorder

226 Middle Avenue, 1st Floor, Lorain County Administration Building, Elyria, OH 44035

Barrier Free Restrooms|Designated Parking|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).
Eligibility
Serves residents of Lorain County.
Required documents
None.
Hours
  • Same as site hours.
  • The online search system is available 24/7 with documents and images from 1987 to the present.
Languages
None.
Application process
  • Documents to be recorded are accepted via e-recording, mail, or in person.
  • Anyone in need of indexes or copies prior to 1987 may view books and obtain copies in the office during business hours, or mail a written request for copies of the specific documents, including payment for the copies and a stamped, self-addressed return envelope.
  • Call the office or visit the website for more information.
Fees
Varies according to service.
Service area
Lorain County, Ohio
Maintains records pertaining to ownership in real estate in Lorain County and to all encumbrances or liens upon it. The following documents are recorded at the Lorain County Recorder's Office: Deeds, Mortgages, Liens, Land Contracts, and military discharge Papers-DD214s. The online search system is available 24/7 with documents and images from 1987 to the present.
Last assured
12/30/2025
Providing organization
Lorain County Recorder
Maintains records pertaining to ownership in real estate in Lorain County and to all encumbrances or liens upon it.