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Welcome to the<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Middlesex South Registry of Deeds<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Established 1649<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

This site enables you to interact electronically with the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds. Here you can find answers to your questions, access services and forms and more. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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QUICK INFO<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n\n
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search your deed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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quick references<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

 Indexing Standards<\/a><\/strong> (PDF)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recording Information<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Electronic Recording<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Fee Schedule<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Driving Directions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Registry holidays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Monday, May 25th, 2026<\/strong> the Registry will be CLOSED<\/em><\/strong> in observance of Memorial Day<\/strong>. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th for normal business hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday, June 19th, 2026<\/strong> the Registry will be CLOSED<\/em><\/strong> in observance of Juneteenth Independence Day<\/strong>. We will reopen on Monday, June 22nd for normal business hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank You.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MARIA C. CURTATONE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Secretary of the Commonwealth<\/h2>\n\n\n
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William F. Galvin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Secretary of the Commonwealth
Citizen Information Service
One Ashburton Place, Room 1611
Boston, MA 02108-1512
Tel: (617) 727-7030
Toll Free: 1 (800) 392-6090<\/p>\n\n\n\nVisit the soc site<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Homestead Protections<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Homestead Q&A Brochures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 in English<\/a> (PDF)
 in Spanish<\/a> (PDF)
 in Brazilian Portuguese<\/strong> (PDF)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Declaration of Homestead for Homes Owned by Natural Persons Form<\/a> (PDF)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Declaration of Homestead for Homes Owned by Trustee(s) Form<\/a> (PDF)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nmore homestead info<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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cities & towns served<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

 Acton<\/a> | Arlington<\/a> | Ashby<\/a> | Ashland<\/a> | Ayer<\/a> | Bedford<\/a> | Belmont<\/a> | Boxborough<\/a> | Burlington<\/a> | Cambridge<\/a> | Concord<\/a> | Everett<\/a> | Framingham<\/a> | Groton<\/a> | Holliston<\/a> | Hopkinton<\/a> | Hudson<\/a> | Lexington<\/a> | Lincoln<\/a> | Littleton<\/a> | Malden<\/a> | Marlborough<\/a> | Maynard<\/a> | Medford<\/a> Melrose<\/a> | Natick<\/a> | Newton<\/a> | North Reading<\/a> | Pepperell<\/a> Reading<\/a> | Sherborn<\/a> | Shirley<\/a> | Somerville<\/a> | Stoneham <\/a>| Stow<\/a> | Sudbury<\/a> | Townsend<\/a> | Wakefield<\/a> | Waltham<\/a> | Watertown<\/a> | Wayland<\/a> | Weston<\/a> | Winchester<\/a> | Woburn<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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Register’s Message<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thank you for visiting the website Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, where you can find everything you need to know about the requirements for preparing, filing and researching deeds and other registry documents. Our site offers a wide range of information and features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can search all of our documents from your office, the comfort of your home, or anywhere with computer access. We provide easy to understand user-friendly tutorials that help make your search a pleasant experience as you navigate the system. In addition please see the frequently asked questions page for many useful tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am proud to present this website that is designed to serve a broad range of interests and users. I hope you find it enjoyable and user-friendly. As always, your thoughts and ideas on ways we can improve and expand our website and any of our services to the public are truly appreciated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Embark on a search for what you are looking for, or just have fun browsing the many fascinating facts and information stored in our database. And please stop by our historic building. I\u2019d love to meet you and introduce you to our staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\nmore About Maria C. Curtatone<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Protect your home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sign up for our newly released Consumer Notification Service<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The Middlesex South County Registry of Deeds is proud to offer a FREE<\/strong><\/mark> notification tool, which alerts homeowners by email when a new document is recorded in their name or for their address. If you own real estate in Middlesex South County, use the link below to create an account, and then register up to 3 properties.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Customer service is our top priority at the Middlesex South County Registry of Deeds. For assistance signing up for the consumer notification service please email us<\/strong><\/a>. All recorded documents can be viewed and printed on www.masslandrecords.com. For search instructions click here<\/strong><\/a>. All victims of fraud should contact local law enforcement authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please use the button below to sign up for the service OR<\/strong> scan the QR code with your mobile device and follow the instructions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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National Grid Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We have been notified of instances where individuals claiming to represent National Grid are contacting customers by phone, insisting on immediate payment for their utility bills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, they are pressuring customers to make over-the-phone payments for the replacement of old meters with new smart meters. These callers threaten customers with service termination within hours if immediate phone payment is not completed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Copies are FREE!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We want to bring to your attention that some companies are offering homeowners a copy of their deed for a fee of $118.00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please be aware: <\/strong>You have the option to print a FREE<\/strong> copy of your deed directly from our website. Alternatively, you can reach out to our Customer Service Department at 617-679-6300, or feel free to email us, and we will gladly assist you in obtaining a free copy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Coming to the registry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In-Person and Drop-Off Recordings<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Customers coming into the Registry are permitted to record documents in-person or drop their recording packages at the second floor Welcome Desk.  Packages that are dropped off must include documents, check, and self-addressed stamped envelope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recorded Land documents, once recorded, will be returned by mail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Registered Land documents, once recorded, will be retained at the Registry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recordings By Mail<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Documents may be submitted by mail or overnight delivery.  Packages that are mailed or overnighted must include documents, check, and self-addressed stamped envelope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recorded Land documents, once recorded, will be returned by mail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Registered Land documents, once recorded, will be retained at the Registry<\/p>\n\n\n\n

E- Recording<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Information on e-recording (a service available to attorneys and title companies) and a list of 3rd party vendors, is available Here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fedex\/UPS\/Couriers<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Registry will only accept delivery of packages addressed to the Registry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Registry will refuse packages addressed to a third party in care of the Registry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All FEDEX packages sent to the Registry should NOT specify \u201cadult signature required (ASR)\u201d. Any packages specifying \u201cadult signature required (ASR)\u201d will be returned to sender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All \u201cDirect Signature Required (DSR)\u201d, \u201cNo Signature Required (NSR)\u201d packages WILL be accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Forms of Payment<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cash or checks payable to Middlesex South Registry of Deeds OR Commonwealth of Massachusetts are accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research hours at the Registry are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM except holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All recorded documents can be found online at www.masslandrecords.com\/MiddlesexSouth. Search instructions can be found Here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBoth-Ways\u201d Recordings<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Registered and Recorded Land) \u2013 requires separate checks for each department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plans with Documents<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Documents should be included in the plans tube. Separate checks are required for the plans department and the document recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notary Service<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are no notary services at the Registry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Copies of Documents and Plans<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

All record documents are available on www.masslandrecords.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Certified copies<\/strong> of documents may be requested in-person at the second floor Welcome Desk; by mail; or email.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Certified Copy<\/strong> Request Form<\/strong> can be found Here<\/strong><\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Documents requested by email must be picked up at the Registry when ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fee for certified copies<\/strong> of documents is $1.00 per page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fee for certified copies<\/strong> of registered land certificates of title is $5.00 per certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Copies of documents are available at no charge on www.masslandrecords.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For assistance with copies of older plans email plan.department@sec.state.ma.us.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Real Estate Closings<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Closings are permitted on the second floor of the Registry during normal Registry hours. No appointment required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For customer service requests please call (617) 679-6300 or email middlesexsouth@sec.state.ma.us<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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Middlesex South Registry of Deeds<\/mark><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

208 Cambridge Street, PO Box 68<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cambridge, MA 02141<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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