real property

[ree-uhl, reel]

noun

Law.

1. an estate or property consisting of lands and of all appurtenances to lands, as buildings, crops, or mineral rights (personal property ).

real property

noun

1. Also called: real estate. immovable property, esp land and buildings, including proprietary rights over land, such as mineral rights Compare personal property

real property

1. Property held in the form of land or buildings.

Word History and Origins

Origin of real property¹

First recorded in 1760–70

Example Sentences

The county clerk’s office, which files marriage licenses, also oversees election administration, voter file maintenance, real property document recording, and vital records custody and maintenance.

From Los Angeles Times

At least mortgages were tied to real property that human beings could live in or rebuild or sell, even at a prodigious loss.

From Salon

Under California law, utility companies are strictly liable for all damages to real property associated with a fire, including houses.

From Los Angeles Times

But James' suggestion that Trump post his real property to the court is "absurd," Germain said, arguing that the court is "not equipped to manage" it.

From Salon

Chubb was “actively negotiating” with Trump but “within the past week” the company reversed course and “notified Defendants that it could not accept real property as collateral,” according to Garten.

From Salon

Related Words

• land