Chesterfield County Transfer on Death Deed Form

Last validated September 22, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Chesterfield County, for property anywhere in the county or independent city: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Chester, Chesterfield, Midlothian, Moseley, Richmond.

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Chesterfield County Transfer on Death Deed Form

Chesterfield County Transfer on Death Deed Form

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Document last validated 9/22/2026
Chesterfield County Transfer on Death Deed Guide

Chesterfield County Transfer on Death Deed Guide

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Chesterfield County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Deed Document

Chesterfield County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Deed Document

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Document last validated 8/18/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Chesterfield County Circuit Court

Address:
9500 Courthouse Rd / PO Box 125
Chesterfield, Virginia 23832-0909

Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday through Friday / Recording until 3:30pm

Phone: (804) 748-1241

Recording Tips for Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield County

Properties in any of these areas use Chesterfield County forms:

  • Chester
  • Chesterfield
  • Midlothian
  • Moseley
  • Richmond

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Chesterfield County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield County?

Recording fees in Chesterfield County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (804) 748-1241 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Virginia's statutory transfer on death deed became effective on July 1, 2013. These deeds are governed by the Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act (URPTODA), which is incorporated into the Virginia statutes at 64.2-621 et seq.

A transfer on death deed is an instrument that allows owners of Virginia real estate to convey land to chosen beneficiaries without the need for a will or probate distribution ( 64.2-624). To be valid, the completed and notarized form must, among other things, meet the same standards as a regular inter vivos deed (one that transfers title while the owner is still living); state that the transfer will only occur at the owner/transferor's death; and be recorded <i>while the transferor is alive</i> in the land records at clerk's office of the county where the property is located ( 64.2-628).

The deeds are revocable, which means that while alive, the owner retains 100% control over the property, may use or sell it as desired, and may also redirect, modify, or even cancel the future transfer at will. As a result, there is no requirement for notice, delivery, acceptance, or consideration, all necessary for standard deeds ( 64.2-629). This is possible because the named beneficiaries only have a potential future interest in the real estate. The process and requirements for revocation are specified in 64.2-630.

During the owner/transferor's life, the recorded transfer on death deed does not change the owner's interest or rights to sell or mortgage the property; grant the beneficiary any interest in the land; change a creditor's interest in the real estate; affect the owner's or beneficiary's eligibility for public assistance; create a legal or equitable interest in favor of the beneficiary; or open the property up to claims from the beneficiary's creditors ( 64.2-631).

When the transferor dies, the title to the real property vests in the beneficiary according to the rules stated in 64.2-632. In some cases, however, the beneficiary may not wish to accept the property. If that happens, he/she may "disclaim all or part of the beneficiary's interest as provided by Chapter 26 (64.2-2600 et seq.)" (64.2-633).

Overall, Virginia's transfer on death deed adds an efficient, flexible tool for those considering options for estate planning. As with other important financial decisions, take the time to carefully review the different options. Each case is unique, so when in doubt, contact an attorney or other appropriate professional for advice.

(Virginia TODD Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Transfer on Death Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Chesterfield County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Chesterfield 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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