Definition
A parcel is the basic unit of property ownership—one distinct property identified by the tax assessor's parcel number. Your deed describes your property in one of three ways, but it all comes down to identifying a specific parcel.
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Parcels are the basic unit of property ownership, identified on assessor's maps and tax records.
Pro Tip
Verify parcel boundaries match your understanding of what you're buying. Tax parcels sometimes don't align with your expectations. Confirm property survey matches your legal description.
Example
Single family home on one parcel with specific parcel number.