As a real estate attorney and business template specialist with over 12 years drafting Nevada transaction documents, I’ve helped hundreds of homeowners, investors, and title companies correctly complete the Clark County Declaration of Value forms without delays or rejected filings. Whether you’re selling a Las Vegas condo, a Henderson single-family home, or commercial property in North Las Vegas, the Nevada Declaration of Value is required for every recorded deed in the state.
In this comprehensive guide, I’m giving you my battle-tested, regularly updated State of Nevada Declaration of Value form as a free downloadable PDF and Word template, plus exact instructions to avoid the most common (and expensive) mistakes I see every week.
Quick Download: Free 2025 Nevada Declaration of Value Template (PDF) | Free 2025 Nevada Declaration of Value Template (Word .docx)
Important Disclaimer: This article and the free templates are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal or tax advice. Always consult a licensed Nevada attorney or CPA for your specific transaction. Laws and forms can change.
The State of Nevada Declaration of Value form (sometimes called the “DOV”) is a mandatory disclosure document that accompanies every deed recorded in Nevada when real property is transferred for consideration (i.e., sold). It reports the sales price, calculates the Real Property Transfer Tax (RPTT), and provides exemption information when no tax is due.
Clark County, being the most populous county, processes thousands of these forms monthly through the Clark County Recorder’s Office in Las Vegas.
Source: IRS.gov cross-references and Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 375; official form maintained by the Nevada Department of Taxation and county recorders.
Exemptions (no tax due, but form still required):
| County | Base State Rate | Additional County Rate | Total per $500 of Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clark County (Las Vegas, Henderson, etc.) | $1.95 | $0.60 | $2.55 |
| Washoe County (Reno) | $1.95 | $0.10–$0.70 | $2.05–$2.65 |
| Most rural counties | $1.95 | None | $1.95 |
For a $500,000 sale in Clark County → $2,550 transfer tax due.
Enter the full 11- or 13-digit APN exactly as shown on your tax bill (e.g., 123-45-678-901).
Check only one primary box:
• Date of transfer (closing date)
• Sales price or “$0” if exempt
• Personal property included (appliances, furniture) – subtract from sales price for tax calculation
Formula: (Sales Price – Personal Property) ÷ 500 × Local Rate
Example: $650,000 home, $10,000 appliances → $640,000 taxable → $640,000 ÷ 500 = 1,280 × $2.55 = $3,264 due.
If no tax due, check correct box and briefly explain (e.g., “Gift between parent and child – NRS 375.090(1)(a)”).
Both grantor (seller) and grantee (buyer) must sign under penalty of perjury. Electronic signatures are accepted by Clark County Recorder since 2023.
In my practice, these six errors account for 90% of returned documents.
Q: Is the Declaration of Value made public?
A: Yes. Once recorded, anyone can view the sales price online via the Clark County Assessor website.
Q: Do I need a new form for each parcel in a multi-parcel sale?
A: Yes – one DOV per APN.
Q: What if we have a lease-option or seller carry-back?
A: Still required. Report the full sales price; financing terms do not reduce tax.
I update this template every January and whenever NRS 375 changes. Current version reflects 2025 Clark County requirements.
Download Nevada Declaration of Value Form – PDF (Fillable PDF
Download Nevada Declaration of Value Form – Editable Word .docx
Both versions include:
Again, this free Clark County Declaration of Value template and guide are provided as a courtesy. For complex transactions (trusts, entities, 1031 exchanges), please consult a Nevada-licensed real estate attorney.
Safe closing!
– Jessica M. Clark, Esq.
Real Estate & Business Law
Las Vegas, Nevada