Buying Vacant Land in California?
Use this free checklist to research the parcel before you put your money down.
Built for California vacant-land buyers and investors.
6-page field guidePrintable PDF
Take it with you
Get the printable PDF of this checklist to bring to the county office, the title company or a site visit, and mark it up as you go.
Inside the guide
What you’ll check before buying
This checklist helps you organize preliminary research and identify questions that may need professional or agency verification.
Why I made this
A better place to start.
I research vacant land for buyers and investors through Landisle Consulting. I made this checklist because a land listing usually gives you the basics: acreage, price, location — but there can be a lot more to verify before you buy.
Independent research
Need someone to dig deeper?
Landisle Consulting provides independent preliminary land research and due diligence support for buyers and investors. I research the public records and property information that can be easy to overlook when you’re evaluating vacant land.
Learn About Landisle ConsultingImportant information
This checklist is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not legal, engineering, surveying, environmental, geological, title, tax, financial, zoning, permitting, or construction advice. It does not guarantee that a parcel is buildable, developable, financeable, accessible, or suitable for any particular use. Laws, regulations, maps, records, agency requirements, and property conditions can change. Always verify important information with the appropriate government agency or qualified professional before relying on it in connection with a property purchase or development decision.