Monterey County Long Form Deed of Trust Form

Last validated October 19, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Monterey County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Aromas, Big Sur, Bradley, Carmel, Carmel By The Sea, Carmel Valley, Castroville, Chualar and 16 more.

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Monterey County Deed of Trust Form

Monterey County Deed of Trust Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document last validated 10/8/2026
Monterey County Deed of Trust Guidelines

Monterey County Deed of Trust Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document last validated 9/28/2026
Monterey County Completed Example of the Deed of Trust Document

Monterey County Completed Example of the Deed of Trust Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 10/7/2026
Monterey County Promissory Note Form

Monterey County Promissory Note Form

Note that is secured by the Deed of Trust.

Document last validated 9/15/2026
Monterey County Promissory Note Guidelines

Monterey County Promissory Note Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document last validated 9/25/2026
Monterey County Completed Example of the Promissory Note Document

Monterey County Completed Example of the Promissory Note Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 10/19/2026
Monterey County Annual Accounting Statement Form

Monterey County Annual Accounting Statement Form

Mail to borrower(s) for fiscal year reporting.

Document last validated 9/17/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Monterey County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk

Address:
168 West Alisal St, 1st floor / PO Box 29
Salinas, California 93902-0570

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 5:00 pm / Recording until 4:00 pm

Phone: (831) 755-5041 or toll free from peninsula (831) 647-77

Recording Tips for Monterey County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording

Cities and Jurisdictions in Monterey County

Properties in any of these areas use Monterey County forms:

  • Aromas
  • Big Sur
  • Bradley
  • Carmel
  • Carmel By The Sea
  • Carmel Valley
  • Castroville
  • Chualar
  • Gonzales
  • Greenfield
  • Jolon
  • King City
  • Lockwood
  • Marina
  • Monterey
  • Moss Landing
  • Pacific Grove
  • Pebble Beach
  • Salinas
  • San Ardo
  • San Lucas
  • Seaside
  • Soledad
  • Spreckels

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Monterey County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Monterey County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Monterey County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Monterey County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Monterey County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Monterey County?

Recording fees in Monterey County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (831) 755-5041 or toll free from peninsula (831) 647-77 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

A deed of trust (DOT), also known as a trust deed, is a document that conveys title to real property to a trustee as security for a loan until the grantor (borrower) repays the lender according to terms defined in the promissory note. It's similar to a mortgage but differs in that mortgages only include two parties (borrower and lender). The laws of each state determine whether to use a deed of trust or a mortgage.

This form may be used for residential property, condominiums, second homes, vacant land, planned unit developments, small commercial and rental property with up to 4 units, if more than 4 units-attach our assignment of leases and rents form.

This DOT contains a Power of Sale Clause allowing for a non-judicial foreclosure, saving time and expense for the lender. The promissory note can be used for installment or balloon payments. A deed of trust and promissory note containing stringent default terms can be beneficial to the Beneficiary/Lender.

(California Long Form Deed of Trust Package includes forms, guidelines, and completed examples) For use in California only.

Important: Your property must be located in Monterey County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Long Form Deed of Trust meets all recording requirements specific to Monterey County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Monterey County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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