Something else I forgot to add, was that just because a property is "empty" doesn't mean it is owned by a bank.

Which property are you trying to find out about? The suggestions in the first answer will help you, but if you aren;t sure how to do it when you get there, tell me which address and I may be able to find out for you.

Ashanton, You might try searching here in the public records to see who is listed as owner.....
http://co.ross.oh.us/Auditor/PropertySearch/Home.aspx ..or look here and see if it's on the auction list...http://www.rosssheriff.com/21109.html

If the property is not in Ross County then use this to see if you can track it down..http://publicrecords.onlinesearches.com/Ohio.htm

Good luck, Dunes