Josephine County Land Sales Contract Form
Last validated September 3, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Josephine County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Cave Junction, Grants Pass, Kerby, Merlin, Murphy, O Brien, Selma, Wilderville and 2 more.
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Josephine County Land Sales Contract Form
Fill in the blank Land Sales Contract form formatted to comply with all Oregon recording and content requirements.

Josephine County Land Sales Contract Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Land Sales Contract form.

Josephine County Completed Example of the Land Sales Contract Document
Example of a properly completed Oregon Land Sales Contract document for reference.

Josephine County Sellers Property Disclosure Form
For use with residential property sale.

Josephine County Sellers Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form
Applicable to residential property built before 1978

Josephine County Lead Based Paint Brochure
Issue to buyers if applicable.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Josephine County Clerk
Grants Pass, Oregon 97526 / 97528
Hours: 8:30 to 12:00 & 1:00 to 4:00 M-F
Phone: (541) 474-5240
Recording Tips for Josephine County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
- Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
Cities and Jurisdictions in Josephine County
Properties in any of these areas use Josephine County forms:
- Cave Junction
- Grants Pass
- Kerby
- Merlin
- Murphy
- O Brien
- Selma
- Wilderville
- Williams
- Wolf Creek
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Josephine County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Josephine 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 Josephine County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Josephine 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 Josephine 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 Josephine County?
Recording fees in Josephine County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (541) 474-5240 for current fees.
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Use of a Land Sale Contract in Oregon
1. Structure of the Contract
• Buyer (Purchaser): Takes equitable title immediately, gets possession, and agrees to pay the purchase price in installments.
• Seller: Retains legal title until the contract is fully paid.
This is different from a mortgage or trust deed, where title passes to the buyer at closing and the lender only has a lien.
2. The Forfeiture Remedy
Under Oregon law, if the buyer defaults, the seller may elect forfeiture instead of judicial foreclosure. Forfeiture means:
• The contract is canceled;
• The buyer’s interest is terminated;
• The underlying debt is extinguished (the seller can’t sue for deficiency);
• The seller keeps all prior payments (as liquidated damages);
• The buyer loses possession and improvements revert to the seller.
This is a nonjudicial process, It’s defined in ORS 93.905 and governed by ORS 93.905–93.945. Seller may also choose judicial foreclosure, similar to foreclosing a mortgage.
3. Statutory Safeguards for Buyers
• ORS 93.910: Seller cannot enforce forfeiture unless a statutory notice of default is served.
• ORS 93.915: Buyer gets a right to cure (usually 60–120 days depending on how much of the price is already paid). Cure requires paying arrears, costs, and small capped attorney’s fees.
• ORS 93.930: If not cured, seller records an affidavit of forfeiture, which legally ends the buyer’s rights.
• ORS 93.935 & 93.940: Subordinate lienholders must also get notice and have the right to cure to protect their interests.
4. Why Use a Land Sale Contract in Oregon?
• For sellers:
o Keeps legal title until fully paid.
o Faster and less expensive than judicial foreclosure (if default occurs).
o Retains all buyer’s payments if forfeiture happens.
• For buyers:
o Can purchase property without a bank loan.
o Gain equitable ownership and possession upfront.
o Sometimes lower upfront cost compared to conventional financing.
Important: Your property must be located in Josephine County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Land Sales Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Josephine County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Josephine 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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