{"id":98871,"date":"2025-03-04T13:01:32","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T21:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=98871"},"modified":"2025-07-21T07:57:12","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T14:57:12","slug":"do-you-have-to-disclose-a-death-in-a-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/do-you-have-to-disclose-a-death-in-a-house\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Have to Disclose a Death in a House? Here&#8217;s What to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most states require home sellers to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/definition\/seller-disclosure\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">disclose<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> major issues with a property, such as a cracked foundation or a leaky roof, before closing. In some states, those laws also apply to non-physical events, including whether someone has died in the home. While this doesn\u2019t faze some buyers, others may see it as a dealbreaker.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"margin-vert-medium text-left text-and-disclaimer-flyout\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, do you have to disclose a death in a house? It depends on where you live. In this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Redfin Real Estate article<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we\u2019ll explain when death disclosure is required, what types of deaths matter, and which states have specific laws, whether you\u2019re selling a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/14233\/LA\/New-Orleans\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home in New Orleans, LA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or buying a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/1826\/MA\/Boston\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">house in Boston, MA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-86310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Small-Towns-IA.jpg\" alt=\"aerial view of neighborhood in small town\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Small-Towns-IA.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Small-Towns-IA-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Small-Towns-IA-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Small-Towns-IA-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Small-Towns-IA-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Small-Towns-IA-840x630.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Small-Towns-IA-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have to disclose a death in a house?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends. Most states don\u2019t have requirements for sellers to inform buyers if someone has passed away peacefully in the home. However, there are some states where you do have to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rent.com\/blog\/home-deaths\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">disclose any deaths in the home you\u2019re selling<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you need to disclose a \u201cviolent death\u201d?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the case of violent deaths, such as murders or suicides, sellers in most states are required to disclose this information. Highly publicized deaths may negatively impact the home\u2019s value, so it\u2019s crucial that you tell potential buyers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a buyer asks, are you required to tell them?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, if a buyer asks if a death has occurred in the home, you\u2019re required to tell them. The buyer may be able to take legal action if they find out later. As always, the best motto is to do the right thing. If you\u2019re <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/should-i-sell-my-house-now\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">selling a home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in which a death has occurred, it\u2019s best to disclose that information upfront. You don\u2019t want to get all the way through the escrow process to find out that the buyer has concerns about it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a buyer and are concerned about a death in a home (or how it may affect the resale value), ask the listing agent to disclose that information. If the listing agent doesn\u2019t know, you can use a service like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diedinhouse.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DiedinHouse.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which will investigate whether someone has died there.&#8217;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What states have specific requirements?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three states have specific requirements about disclosing a death in a home: California, Alaska, and South Dakota.<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 267px;\" width=\"1419\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>State<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Disclosure required?<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">California<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deaths in the past 3 years*. If asked, the seller must answer honestly.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes (within the past year)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Violent deaths<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">South Dakota<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes (within the past year)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Violent deaths<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Certain types of deaths, like those from AIDS, cannot be disclosed<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In other states, the laws are less black and white; a seller may need to disclose the information only if a buyer requests it. To understand the death in home disclosure regulations in your area, you should get in touch with a local<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/real-estate-agents\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">real estate agent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs about death disclosure in real estate<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still have questions about disclosing a death that occurred in a house? Other people do too \u2013 here are the most frequently asked questions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can a buyer back out if they find out someone died in the house?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potentially, yes. If a seller fails to disclose a death that was legally required in their state, or lies when asked, the buyer may be able to cancel the contract or even pursue legal action.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does a death in the home affect resale value?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes. Violent or highly publicized deaths can stigmatize a property, making it harder to sell or lowering its value. Peaceful deaths usually don\u2019t impact resale.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I find out if someone died in a house I want to buy?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can ask the seller or agent directly, use online tools like<\/span> <a href=\"http:\/\/diedinhouse.com\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DiedInHouse.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or search local obituaries, police records, or newspaper archives.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a stigmatized property?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stigmatized property is one that may be considered undesirable for non-physical reasons, like a death, crime, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/home-numerology\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">paranormal claims<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, even if it\u2019s structurally sound.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do real estate agents have to disclose a death?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends on state law, but in many states, agents must disclose material facts that could affect a buyer\u2019s decision, including certain deaths, especially if they are asked directly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can sellers choose to disclose even if it\u2019s not required?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, and it\u2019s often a good idea. Being upfront can protect sellers from legal disputes later and help avoid deal fallout during escrow.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have to disclose a death in a house? 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