Illinois Warranty Deed Form

An Illinois warranty deed conveys real estate with a full warranty of clear title. It establishes that the seller is the rightful owner and that there are no unresolved title claims from previous owners. Warranty deeds offer the most buyer protection compared to other deed types, and are often required by lenders financing a real estate purchase.

Illinois Warranty Deed Form

An Illinois warranty deed conveys real estate with a full warranty of clear title. It establishes that the seller is the rightful owner and that there are no unresolved title claims from previous owners. Warranty deeds offer the most buyer protection compared to other deed types, and are often required by lenders financing a real estate purchase.

Last updated March 13th, 2025

An Illinois warranty deed conveys real estate with a full warranty of clear title. It establishes that the seller is the rightful owner and that there are no unresolved title claims from previous owners. Warranty deeds offer the most buyer protection compared to other deed types, and are often required by lenders financing a real estate purchase.

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How to Format

Layout

  • The deed must be printed with black ink on white paper measuring 8.5 by 11 inches.[1]
  • All margins must be at least half an inch, and the first page must have a blank space of 3 by 5 inches in the top right corner.

Signatures

A notary public should acknowledge the signed deed.[2]

Recording

Once prepared, the deed must be filed at the County Recorder’s Office (filing fees vary per county).[3]

Warranty Deed (Preview)