The Cook County Recorder of Deeds is the official custodian of all real estate records for Cook County, Illinois. The Recorder’s office is responsible for recording, maintaining, and providing access to these records, which include deeds, mortgages, liens, and other documents that affect real property.
The Recorder’s office is an important resource for anyone who owns or is considering buying property in Cook County. The records maintained by the Recorder’s office provide a valuable historical record of land ownership and can be used to verify title to property. The Recorder’s office also provides a variety of services to the public, including online access to real estate records, certified copies of documents, and title searches.