As a business and real estate attorney who has prepared and reviewed hundreds of deeds across the United States, including countless Rhode Island quitclaim deeds, I created this comprehensive guide and free template to help Rhode Island property owners transfer real estate quickly and correctly. A properly executed quitclaim deed in Rhode Island can be one of the fastest ways to add or remove someone from title—whether you’re adding a spouse after marriage, transferring property to an LLC, or settling a divorce.
In this article, you’ll download my attorney-drafted, Rhode Island-specific quitclaim deed template (updated for 2025 recording requirements), learn exactly how to fill it out, and understand the recording process in all 39 Rhode Island cities and towns.
Important Disclaimer: This template and article are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Always consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney or title professional before recording any deed.
A Rhode Island quitclaim deed (sometimes called a “quit claim deed Rhode Island” by laypeople) is a legal document that transfers whatever interest the grantor currently has in real property to the grantee—without any warranties of title. Unlike a warranty deed, the grantor makes no promise that they actually own the property or that the title is clear.
In my decade-plus of practice, the most common situations where I recommend a Rhode Island quitclaim deed include:
Rhode Island General Laws § 34-11-1 et seq. and local recording statutes set strict formatting and content rules. From my direct experience filing deeds in Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Kent County, and every other registry, here are the must-have elements:
| Requirement | Details | Statutory Source |
|---|---|---|
| Paper Size & Color | 8.5″ × 11″ or 8.5″ × 14″, white paper | RIGL § 34-11-23 |
| Margins | 3″ top margin on first page for recording stamp; 1″ all other margins | Local registry rules |
| Font | Minimum 10-point type, black ink | Best practice |
| Prepared By Statement | Name and address of drafter required | RIGL § 34-11-28 |
| Return To Statement | Name and address where deed should be returned after recording | Universal requirement |
| Real Estate Transfer Tax | $2.30 per $500 of consideration (minimum $100 if gift) | RIGL § 44-25-1 |
| Recording Fees (2025) | $84 first page + $1 each additional page (varies slightly by municipality) | Check local registry |
Click here to download the free Rhode Island quitclaim deed form (PDF)
This template includes:
Follow these exact steps I use with my own clients:
Per Rhode Island Division of Taxation and RIGL § 44-25-1:
Pro tip from experience: Attach Form TT-1 (Transfer Tax Return) when recording and pay at the municipal clerk’s office—some registries will reject without it.
Rhode Island has 39 separate land evidence records offices. Here are the most common (2025 fees):
Many municipalities now accept e-recording through Simplifile, CSC, or GoeTitle.
In reviewing thousands of deeds, these errors cause the most rejections:
Does a quitclaim deed need witnesses in Rhode Island?
No—only notarization is required.
Can I file a Rhode Island quitclaim deed myself?
Yes—many of my clients do it successfully using this exact template.
How long does recording take in Rhode Island?
Typically same-day to 2 weeks depending on municipality.
Is a quitclaim deed reversible?
Generally no—once recorded, it’s permanent unless fraud or mutual mistake is proven.
Using a properly drafted Rhode Island quitclaim deed is one of the simplest, fastest, and least expensive ways to transfer real estate interests in the Ocean State—when used in the right situation. Download the free template above, follow the instructions, and you can complete most transfers for under $200 in recording costs.
Again, this is not legal advice. Real estate transactions can have major tax and liability consequences. I always recommend at least a quick consultation with a Rhode Island real estate attorney or title company before recording any deed.
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Sources: Rhode Island General Laws Title 34, Rhode Island Division of Taxation, IRS.gov (gift tax rules), and direct recording experience in all 39 Rhode Island municipalities.
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