Real Estate Transfer Stamps

***NOTICE: MOST TRANSFER STAMPS TAKE AROUND 20-40 MINUTES TO PROCESS. HOWEVER, IT CAN TAKE UP TO 24 HOURS OR MORE IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. PLEASE ALLOW ENOUGH TIME TO PROCESS. CONSIDER DROPPING OFF YOUR PAPERWORK (W/ YOUR PHONE #) and staff will contact you upon completion, or if we HAVE any questions. thank you!***

Selling Property in WoodridgeIf you are planning on selling a property in Woodridge, you will need to purchase a Real Estate Transfer Stamp.

• Real Estate Transfer Tax - Instructions
• Real Estate Transfer Tax Form

Exempt StampIf the stamp is exempt under Transfer Tax Law (35 ILCS 200/31-1)

• Real Estate Transfer Exempt Stamp - Instructions
• Real Estate Transfer Exempt Stamp Form

Refund of Real Estate Transfer TaxIf you sold your primary residence in Woodridge and purchased another residence in Woodridge.

• Refund of Real Estate Transfer Tax - Instructions
• Refund of Real Estate Transfer Tax Form

Electronic Funds Transfer
When paying by check, you authorize the Village of Woodridge to convert the check into an electronic funds transfer. Please be aware that your bank account may be debited as soon as the same day we receive your payment.
Preventing ForeclosureThe FHA has put together an informative checklist on resources that you can use to help prevent foreclosure on your property.

Please do not fax copies of transfer forms and deeds to us.  Original documents must be brought in or mailed in with a self-addressed, postage paid envelope. Thank you.