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Kent County Special Warranty Deed Form

Kent County Special Warranty Deed Form

Kent County Special Warranty Deed Form

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Document Last Validated 4/18/2025
Kent County Special Warranty Deed Guide

Kent County Special Warranty Deed Guide

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Document Last Validated 8/26/2025
Kent County Completed Example of the Special Warranty Deed Document

Kent County Completed Example of the Special Warranty Deed Document

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Document Last Validated 7/11/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Coventry Town Clerk
Address:
1670 Flat River Rd
Coventry, Rhode Island 02816-8911

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

Phone: (401) 822-9173

East Greenwich Town Clerk
Address:
125 Main St
East Greenwich, Rhode Island 02818

Hours: 8:30 to 4:00 M-F

Phone: (401) 886-8604

Warwick City Clerk
Address:
City Hall - 3275 Post Rd
Warwick, Rhode Island 02886

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F / Recording until 4:00

Phone: (401) 738-2000 Ext. 6029

West Greenwich Town Clerk
Address:
280 Victory Highway
West Greenwich, Rhode Island 02817

Hours: 8:30 to 4:00 M-F / Recording until 3:30

Phone: (401) 392-3800

West Warwick Town Clerk
Address:
Town Hall - 1170 Main St
West Warwick, Rhode Island 02893

Hours: 8:30 to 4:00 M-F

Phone: (401) 822-9201

Recording Tips for Kent County:
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Ask about accepted payment methods when you call ahead

Cities and Jurisdictions in Kent County

Properties in any of these areas use Kent County forms:

  • Coventry
  • East Greenwich
  • Greene
  • Warwick
  • West Greenwich
  • West Warwick

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Kent County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Kent 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 Kent 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 Kent County?

Recording fees in Kent County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (401) 822-9173 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

In Rhode Island, title to real property can be transferred from one party to another by recording a special warranty deed. A special warranty deed conveys an interest in real property to the named grantee with limited warranties of title.

Special warranty deeds are statutory in Rhode Island under R.I.G.L. 34-11-43. When the words "special warranty" are used in the title of the deed, or the phrase "with special warranty covenants" is included in the conveyancing clause, the following covenants are implied: the grantor guarantees that he or she holds title to the property and has good right to convey it; that the property is free from encumbrances (with the exception of any noted in the deed); and that the grantor will "warrant and defend" the title against the claims of anyone "by, through, or under the grantor" (R.I.G.L. 34-11-16, 34-11-44). Unlike a general warranty deed, which conveys property with full warranties of title, a special warranty deed only protects the grantee (buyer) against claims that arose during the time the grantor held title to the property.

A lawful special warranty deed includes the grantor's full name, mailing address, and marital status; the consideration given for the transfer; and the grantee's full name, mailing address, marital status, and vesting. Vesting describes how the grantee holds title to the property. Generally, real property is owned in either sole ownership or in co-ownership. For Rhode Island residential property, the primary methods for holding title are tenancy in common, joint tenancy, and tenancy by entirety. A conveyance of real estate to two or more persons creates a tenancy in common, unless otherwise specified in the conveyance (R.I.G.L. 34-3-1).

As with any conveyance of realty, a special warranty deed requires a complete legal description of the parcel. Recite the prior deed reference to maintain a clear chain of title, and detail any restrictions associated with the property. Finally, the document must meet all state and local standards for recorded instruments. The completed deed must be signed by the grantor (and his or her spouse, if applicable) in the presence of a notary.

The grantor must indicate his or her residency status on the face of the deed. A residency affidavit, completed by the grantor, is required for sales of realty by nonresidents. Transfers by nonresidents are subject to withholding of a percentage of the total payment by the grantee/buyer. Buyers may only depend on the seller's residency status by receipt of an affidavit of residency. For more on withholding of Rhode Island tax, see R.I.G.L. 44-30-71.3.

Rhode Island levies a Real Estate Conveyance Tax based on the consideration paid (R.I.G.L. 44-25-1(a)). This tax is due upon recording. If there is no consideration paid, the deed must include a statement to the effect that "the consideration is such that no documentary stamps are required" (R.I.G.L. 44-25-1(b)). If the transfer is exempt from the Real Estate Conveyance Tax, state the reason on the face of the deed. See R.I.G.L. 44-25-2 for a list of exemptions. A completed Form CVYT-1 (Real Estate Conveyance Tax return) is required for all transfers of real property, and should be submitted to the Rhode Island Division of Taxation.

Record the original completed deed, along with any additional materials, at the city or town clerk's office in the municipality where the property is located. (Rhode Island maintains land records at the municipal level.) Contact the same office to verify accepted forms of payment.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Contact a lawyer with questions related to special warranty deeds, or for any other issues related to the transfer of real property in Rhode Island.

(Rhode Island SWD Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Special Warranty Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Kent County.

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