What is Legal Description Of A Property?

Category: Legal

1Definition

The precise legal identification of a piece of real estate used in deeds and official records.

2Context

More specific than street addresses. Uses metes and bounds or lot/block systems.

3Example

A legal description might read: 'Lot 5, Block 3, Sunset Subdivision, recorded in Plat Book 12.'

⚠Common Trap

Street addresses aren't legal descriptions—they can be changed or duplicated.

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