Title Search and Property Record Research in NYC
Before you buy, sell, refinance or transfer a property, check what the public record says. We search the city records and send you what we find, in plain language.
$300 first property · $150 each additional
A title search looks at the recorded history of a property: who owns it, how ownership moved, and what mortgages, liens or other documents are recorded against it. In New York City most of this lives in ACRIS. We run the search, pull the documents and summarize them for you. The price is $300 for the first property and $150 for each additional property, shown before you pay. A record search is not title insurance and not a legal opinion.
When people order a search
- Before buying, to see recorded mortgages, liens and prior transfers
- Before a deed transfer, to confirm the current recorded owner
- To find a recorded deed or other document you cannot locate
- To check your own record for anything you do not recognize
How it works with NotarEaseNYC
- Order and pay. Enter the property address or block and lot, choose how many properties, and pay the exact total.
- We search the record. Deeds, mortgages, liens and other recorded documents.
- We pull the documents. And explain what each one is in plain language.
- You decide the next step. Record a deed, correct an error or speak with your attorney.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a title search cost?
$300 for the first property and $150 for each additional property.
What is a title search?
It is a review of the recorded history of a property, including ownership transfers, mortgages and liens.
Is a title search the same as title insurance?
No. A search shows what is recorded. Title insurance protects you against defects and is bought from a title company.
Can you record a deed after the search?
Yes. See our deed recording service.
Related services and guides
Property Title Search GuideACRIS GuideDeed Recording ServiceGet a Copy of Your DeedNYC BBL Lookup
NotarEaseNYC is a notary service, not a law firm. We cannot draft your document, give legal advice, explain its legal effect, or choose the right form or certificate for you. Your document must be complete before the session, and everything must be typed, not handwritten. Whether a receiving agency or company accepts a remote online notarization is up to them, so confirm before you book if you are unsure.