Glades County, Florida
Not EligibleGlades County does not currently accept electronic recording. Documents require traditional submission to the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Moore Haven.
Glades County at a glance
- Population (2024 est.)
- 13,132
- County seat
- Moore Haven
- Recording office
- Clerk of the Circuit Court
- Typical home value (May 2026)
- $266,000
- FIPS code
- 12043
Not yet — Glades County does not currently accept electronic recording. Real estate documents must be submitted as paper originals to the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office in Moore Haven, by mail or in person. Counties adopt e-recording on their own schedules, so this status can change; we review eligibility regularly.
Glades County is home to about 13,132 residents (U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate), ranking 64th by population among the 67 Florida counties in this directory. Its population has grown about 8.7% since 2020. Typical home values in the county are around $266,000 (Zillow Home Value Index, May 2026), so promptly and correctly recorded deeds and liens matter for buyers, sellers, and lenders here.
In Florida, the Clerk of the Circuit Court serves as the county recorder and maintains the Official Records for each county.
You can still notarize documents online with Notaron even though this recorder requires paper submission — RON is valid for recordable documents in Florida. After the online notarization, print the notarized output (or have us ship it) and submit it to the recording office the traditional way.
Frequently asked questions
Does Glades County accept electronic recording?
Not currently. Glades County requires paper originals to be submitted by mail or in person. Check back — counties regularly add e-recording support.
Who records deeds in Glades County?
Real estate documents are recorded by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, located in Moore Haven (the county seat).
Can I notarize online and record in Glades County?
You can notarize online — RON is valid in Florida — but because this recorder does not yet accept electronic submissions, you'll need to print and deliver the notarized document for recording.
Other counties in Florida
Population: U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024 county estimates. Home values: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI). County data updated 2026-07-11. E-recording eligibility is reviewed regularly but can change — confirm with the recording office before submitting time-sensitive documents.