SEARCH IOWA LAND RECORDS

THE NEW SEARCH IS HERE – SEARCH 2.0

The next generation of the Iowa Land Records search application has arrived! Search by different categories, save common searches and more at faster speeds in a sleek, modern layout free of charge. For more information about the updated Terms of Service, search account definitions, and other updates please explore our video catalog and FAQ section below.

NOTICE: Iowa Land Record’s first-generation search application (legacy) was RETIRED in 2023.

Webinar – Search 2.0 Introduction

Upcoming Webinars

 

Navigating E-Submission & Search Applications

 

Search Types &
Wildcards

 

Admins Manage
User Permissions

Search Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the difference between Business Search and Individual Search?

a. Business Accounts – These accounts are established for verified businesses in the real estate industry (examples: real estate, banking, surveying, abstracting, utilities, etc.) Businesses must complete an application form with specific details so we can verify their business functions. When applying for an account, the business may request access to Iowa Land Records (ILR) E-Submission (submit documents electronically to be recorded), Search (free access to search for all electronically recorded real estate documents in Iowa), or both.

Once verified and approved by the support team, the initial business applicant is established as a user on the account with administrative rights. As an Administrator, they may add/manage other users on the business account. Depending on what features the business application requested, the user(s) may have access to E-Submission and/or Search features.

b. Individual Accounts – Iowa Land Records Search contains public documents that users can search at no cost. Individual accounts allow individuals (not tied to a business-level account) to access Iowa Land Records Search features. All persons utilizing the search database are asked to complete an application requesting an account. We want to keep information safe and accessible, so please contact us for questions or registration assistance.

Q. My Search login looks different. Did something change?

The first-generation Search application, often referred to as “legacy search,” was discontinued in 2023. Iowa Land Records Search application may appear different, but continues to offer FREE access to archived real estate documents across all 99 counties in Iowa. We encourage you to explore Search application demonstrations and tutorials by visiting our YouTube channel.

Q. What does single sign-on or CAS login mean?

With Iowa Land Records latest updates, verified users are enabled to log onto one site to use the search and/ or e-submission applications. We refer to this as “single sign-on” or the “CAS login”. CAS stands for “Central Authentication System”.

Q. Do all E-Submission users have access to the Search application?

No. When you register, there are different typed of users, in some cases, E-Submission users may not have selected to “enable search.”  Below are some user definitions and access permissions.

Search only users will go directly to the Search application. They will not see the E-Submission application displayed.

E-Submission only users will go directly to the E-Submission application and will not be enabled to access the Search application to look up archived documents. They can, however, access e-search which is used to look up documents the user has submitted.

E-Submission users with search enabled accounts  will be directed to the e-submission application upon logging in. Then can navigate to the search app by clicking on “ILR Search” in the menu bar. To see how to navigate with both applications, watch this video.

Q. Does the Search application allow E-Submission users to look up past E-Submissions?

Within E-Submission, the menu item “E-Search” only shows documents submitted for recording by your organization.  Images are archived regularly to save space, therefore, only recent documents may be visible. All documents, paper and electronic, are transferred to the ILR Search application by the counties.

Q. What happens if I don't log into my account for a few months?

Each user is asked to update their password every 90 days. After 120 days without a successful login to the user account, the user becomes inactive. Steps to reactivate the account depends on the user situation.

a. Business User/ Non-Administrator (User belongs under a business account with an assigned account administrator) Contact your administrator. The administrator may choose to reactivate or delete any deactivated user accounts. 

b. Business Administrator To reactivate the user or to request a new account administrator, please contact support HERE. Any other active administrator on the account may also reactivate the administrator.

c. Individual Search Only User Your account is not associated with a business or organization. Please contact support to be reactivated. CONTACT SUPPORT.

Q. What does the counter on my documents downloaded mean?

For security purposes, users have limited document views per day. The counter resets every 24 hours. If for any reason you need to view or download more records than your daily limit, please contact our support team. Please provide as much information about your project and needs as possible.

Finding Property Records

Records from all 99 counties in Iowa are readily available for free to the public with our convenient online search tool. Find real estate documents from the comfort of your office, home, or even on the go!

 

 

 

Why Iowa Land Records

Founded and supported by the Iowa County Recorders Association, this one-stop-shop for land record data search and submission simplifies the entire process. By coordinating with Iowa County Recorders in every county in the state, Iowa Land Records helps save time, money, and resources by offering an online alternative to locating records.