- Trace My House.
- The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) This federal agency maintains all historical genealogical and land records.
- Family Search.
- Cyndi's List.
- Old House Web.
- Building History.
- The National Archives.
How do you find the history of a property?
To find your home's previous owners or purchase history, you'll have to search your county tax assessor's office, county recorder, or your city hall.9 Feb 2018
How can I see what my property looked like years ago?
- Examine house deeds and plans.
- Look at your house closely.
- Examine census records for signs of multiple occupation, the number of occupants and rooms.
- Rifle through family heirlooms.
- Talk to your relatives and neighbours.
- Gather old photos of your house.
How do I find out who used to live in my home?
- The lot number of your property (perhaps different from your address as numbering systems or even road names change over time).
- The original building permit of your home.
- The abstract — a collection of the legal records associated with your property such as deeds, mortgages, wills and tax sales.
Can you search the history of a house?
To find your home's previous owners or purchase history, you'll have to search your county tax assessor's office, county recorder, or your city hall. “At times we may search them all,” Chantay says. A good place to start is the Public Records Online Directory.9 Feb 2018