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Pierce County Bargain and Sale Deed Form

Pierce County Bargain and Sale Deed Form

Pierce County Bargain and Sale Deed Form

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

Document Last Validated 8/28/2025
Pierce County Bargain and Sale Deed Guide

Pierce County Bargain and Sale Deed Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 8/27/2025
Pierce County Completed Example of the Bargain and Sale Deed Document

Pierce County Completed Example of the Bargain and Sale Deed Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 6/23/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Pierce County Auditor
Address:
2401 S 35th St, Rm 200
Tacoma, Washington 98409

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 Mon through Fri

Phone: 253.798.7440

Recording Tips for Pierce County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count

Cities and Jurisdictions in Pierce County

Properties in any of these areas use Pierce County forms:

  • Anderson Island
  • Ashford
  • Bonney Lake
  • Buckley
  • Camp Murray
  • Carbonado
  • Dupont
  • Eatonville
  • Elbe
  • Fox Island
  • Gig Harbor
  • Graham
  • Kapowsin
  • La Grande
  • Lakebay
  • Lakewood
  • Longbranch
  • Longmire
  • Mcchord Afb
  • Mckenna
  • Milton
  • Orting
  • Paradise Inn
  • Puyallup
  • Roy
  • South Prairie
  • Spanaway
  • Steilacoom
  • Sumner
  • Tacoma
  • University Place
  • Vaughn
  • Wauna
  • Wilkeson

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Pierce County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Pierce County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 253.798.7440 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

A bargain and sale deed is a conveyance of property rights wherein the grantor (owner) guarantees to the grantee (buyer) that during the time the grantor owned the real estate, he/she did nothing to cloud the title to the property.

In Washington, statutory bargain and sale deeds are governed by RCW 64.04.040. The statute defines the covenant to the grantee this way: "the grantor was seized of an indefeasible estate in fee simple, free from encumbrances, done or suffered from the grantor, except the rents and services that may be reserved, and also for quiet enjoyment against the grantor, his heirs and assigns, unless limited by express words contained in such deed; and the grantee, his heirs, executors, administrators and assigns may recover in any action for breaches as if such covenants were expressly inserted."

As with other deeds in Washington, record an executed bargain and sale deed at the recorder's office located in the same county as the land. Recording is the essential final step in land sales -- presenting the deed for entry into the public record keeps the property's chain of title updated and provides notice to any potential buyers about the change in ownership.

(Washington B&SD Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Bargain and Sale Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Pierce County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Pierce 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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April 30th, 2020

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May 11th, 2025

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