# lookup_address

> Look up a property address using Google Places API to get structured, verified address data.

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Look up a property address using Google Places API to get structured, verified address data.

> [!IMPORTANT]
> Use this BEFORE creating escrows or listings to ensure accurate address data. Returns: formatted address, street number, street name, city, state, zip code, county (important for transfer tax calculations), latitude/longitude coordinates (for mapping), and place_id. If the address is ambiguous, returns multiple suggestions — pick the correct one. Common issues: apartment numbers may need manual addition, PO boxes are rejected, new construction may not be found.

## Parameters

| Parameter | Type | Required | Description |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| `address` | string | Yes | The property address to look up. Be as specific as possible. Examples: "123 Main St, Bakersfield, CA", "456 Oak Ave Unit 12, Los Angeles 90001". Include city and state for best results. · Max length: 200 · Min length: 5 |

## Example prompts

- "Verify the exact address and county for 7421 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield before I open escrow."
- "What county is 88 Calloway Dr in? I need it for transfer tax."

## Safety

**External lookup.** A read-only lookup against a service outside ActuallyCare. It may take a few seconds and is subject to that service’s availability.