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Madison County Quitclaim Deed Form

Madison County Quitclaim Deed Form

Madison County Quitclaim Deed Form

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

Document Last Validated 4/11/2025
Madison County Quitclaim Deed Guide

Madison County Quitclaim Deed Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Quitclaim Deed form.

Document Last Validated 1/22/2025
Madison County Completed Example of the Quitclaim Deed Document

Madison County Completed Example of the Quitclaim Deed Document

Example of a properly completed Illinois Quitclaim Deed document for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/21/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Madison County Recorder
Address:
157 N Main St, Suite 211 / PO Box 308
Edwardsville, Illinois 62025

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (618) 296-4475 or (618) 296-4775

Recording Tips for Madison County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired

Cities and Jurisdictions in Madison County

Properties in any of these areas use Madison County forms:

  • Alhambra
  • Alton
  • Bethalto
  • Collinsville
  • Cottage Hills
  • Dorsey
  • East Alton
  • Edwardsville
  • Glen Carbon
  • Godfrey
  • Granite City
  • Hamel
  • Hartford
  • Highland
  • Livingston
  • Madison
  • Marine
  • Maryville
  • Moro
  • New Douglas
  • Roxana
  • Saint Jacob
  • South Roxana
  • Troy
  • Venice
  • Wood River
  • Worden

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Madison County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Madison 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 Madison County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Madison County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Madison 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. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). 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 Madison County?

Recording fees in Madison County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (618) 296-4475 or (618) 296-4775 for current fees.

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Requirements for a Valid Quitclaim Deed in Illinois

To ensure your Illinois quitclaim deed is valid, it must include the following information:

Grantor's Information: Name and address of the person transferring the property (765 ILCS 5/10).

Grantee's Information: Name and address of the person receiving the property (55 ILCS 5/3-5020, 5026).

Consideration: Usually money, this is the amount paid for the property.
Legal Description: Complete description of the property, including the county where it's located (765 ILCS 5/10).

Execution Date: The date the deed is signed by the grantor.

Notarized Signature: The grantor's signature must be notarized (765 ILCS 5/10).

Return Address: Address for sending the deed after it's recorded (55 ILCS 5/3-5020.5).

Previous Deeds Information: Document and book/page numbers from prior deeds (55 ILCS 5/3-5020.5).

Prepared By Statement: Name and address of the person who prepared the deed (55 ILCS 5/3-5022).

Property Identifiers: Include the assessor's section or lot and block identifiers, and real estate index ID if available (55 ILCS 5/3-5027).

If the property is a homestead, both the grantor and their spouse must sign the deed, even if the spouse does not hold title to the property. If the property is not a homestead, include a statement indicating this (765 ILCS 5/27).

Recording the Quitclaim Deed

To record your quitclaim deed, follow these guidelines:

Signature Formatting: Type or print the signor's name below each signature (55 ILCS 5/3-5018).

Margins: Leave a 3" x 5" blank space in the top right corner of the first page for the recorder's use. All other margins should be 1/2" all around (765 ILCS 5/10).

Paper and Ink: Use permanent black ink on white paper (minimum 20 lb. weight) (765 ILCS 5/28).

Paper Size: Print the deed on individual 8" x 11" sheets of paper. Do not staple, clip, tape, or attach anything to the pages (765 ILCS 5/10).

Submission: Submit the deed to the recorder in the county where the property is located (765 ILCS 5/10).

Importance of Recording

Illinois follows a "notice" recording statute (765 ILCS 5/30-31). This means a deed is effective from the time it is filed for recording. If a grantor transfers the same property to two different grantees, the first grantee to record the deed will have legal ownership. To protect your ownership rights, record the deed as soon as possible after it is signed.

Conclusion

Following these requirements ensures your Illinois quitclaim deed is properly executed and recorded, protecting the interests of all parties involved in the transaction.

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

This Quitclaim Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Madison County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Madison County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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