How To Find the APN/ PIN/ AIN For Property

How To Find the APN/ PIN/ AIN For Property

The APN (Assessor's Parcel Number), PIN (Property Identification Number), or AIN (Assessor's Identification Number) is like a fingerprint for a property, used by the local government to track it. It is needed for things like paying property taxes, selling a home, or looking up detailed property information. There are several ways to locate the number:

1. Check Your Property Tax Bill
- Look at your most recent property tax bill or statement. The APN/PIN/AIN is usually listed at the top or in a section labeled "Property Details" or "Parcel Number."

2. Search Online Using the Property Address
-Most counties or parishes have an Assessor's Office website with a property search tool. Go to your local Assessor's website (search "Assessor's Office + your county name). Look for a "Property Search" or "Parcel Lookup" tool. Enter the property's address. The APN/PIN/AIN should appear in the search results along with other property details.

3. Call or Visit the Assessor's Office
-If you can't find it online, call or visit the Assessor's Office for your county/parish. Give them the property address and they'll provide the APN/PIN/AIN for free or a small fee.

4. Check Your Closing Documents
-If you recently bought the property, look at your closing paperwork (like the deed or settlement statement). The APN/PIN/AIN is included in those documents (it is typically on the Warranty Deed, Deed of Trust, etc).