Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Iowa vehicle title transfer office for Ankeny and Polk County. Get your Ankeny bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Polk County Treasurer – Motor Vehicle.
Ankeny Title & Registration Office
Office Name
Polk County Treasurer – Motor Vehicle
Address
220 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50023
Phone
(515) 286-3060
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$25.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
5.00%
Special requirements in Polk County:
- Title transfer at the Polk County Treasurer office within 30 days
- Iowa charges 5% use tax on private party vehicle purchases
- Seller must sign the title and provide odometer disclosure
- Buyer must obtain Iowa plates at the time of title transfer
Notarization in Ankeny: ✓ Not Required
Iowa does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is sufficient.
Documents Required for Ankeny Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $25.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 5.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
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FAQ — Ankeny DMV
- Where is the DMV in Ankeny, Iowa?
- The Ankeny title office is the Polk County Treasurer – Motor Vehicle, located at 220 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50023. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (515) 286-3060.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Ankeny?
- The title transfer fee in Polk County is $25.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 5.00%. Iowa charges 5% use tax on private vehicle sales (no local add-on for vehicles)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Ankeny?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $25.00 title fee plus 5.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Ankeny?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the Polk County Treasurer – Motor Vehicle to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.