Sell Your House Fast in San Jose. Get Your Cash Offer.
Tell us about your San Jose house and we can make you a cash offer. We buy many homes as-is, so you can often skip repairs and showings.
- Sell as is
- No showings or open houses
- No agent commissions
- No obligation
How a Cash Sale Works in San Jose
Four steps from your first answer to closing day.
Tell us about the house
Property type, condition, timeline and address. It takes about two minutes.
Talk with us
We call to learn about the property and your plans.
Review your offer
A quick walkthrough confirms the details, then you review a written offer on your own time.
Close on your date
You choose the closing date. The title or escrow company handles the paperwork and the funds.
The San Jose Market Right Now
San Jose homes sold in a median of 22 days in the three months ending September 2026, per Redfin. Nearly half sold above list price.
Sources: Redfin San Jose housing market (Sept 2026); Zillow San Jose home values (Sept 30, 2026).
What San Jose Sellers Tell Us
From 187 Santa Clara County homeowners who answered our questions between October 2025 to October 2026.
Why they are selling
How soon they want to sell
65% want to sell within three months.
What they are selling
9 in 10 of these homes were not listed with an agent.
Shares of answers given, rounded. Source: Cash Offer Company seller requests.
Common San Jose Situations
We see these often. Each one has a guide with more detail.
You own an older apartment building
San Jose's Apartment Rent Ordinance covers buildings of three or more units built and occupied before September 7, 1979. We make offers on rentals, so bring your rent roll.
Selling a rental propertyYour home took on water
The February 2017 Coyote Creek flood led 14,000 residents to evacuate, per SPUR. We often buy homes with past water damage as-is.
Selling a house that needs repairsYour lot is on a hazard map
State seismic hazard zone maps cover parts of Santa Clara County, per the California Geological Survey. Your natural hazard report will show any zones for your parcel.
What to have ready for your first callYou are selling a higher-value home
San Jose's Measure E tax adds 0.75% to 1.5% on transfers above a set threshold. Check with your escrow officer for the current threshold.
What a net cash offer meansYou inherited a family home
Under Prop 19, a parent's tax base generally carries over only if the home becomes the child's principal residence. We often buy inherited homes as-is.
Selling an inherited houseYou missed mortgage payments
California owners can generally reinstate until five business days before the trustee sale date. Requesting an offer early leaves more time to weigh your options.
Selling a house in pre-foreclosureYour listing did not sell
In September 2026, 28.5% of San Jose homes for sale had a price drop, per Redfin. A cash offer is another path you can consider.
Selling after your listing expiredThe house is sitting empty
Already moved out? We often buy vacant homes as-is, and you can often pick a closing date that suits you.
Selling a vacant houseCash Sale or Listing?
Both work. The right one depends on your timeline and the condition of the house.
| Topic | Cash sale to us | Listing with an agent |
|---|---|---|
| Repairs and prep | Usually none. Sell as is. | Repairs, cleaning and staging are common |
| Showings | Usually one walkthrough | Showings and open houses |
| Time before escrow | No time on market | San Jose median: 22 days on market |
| Buyer financing | Cash, no lender approval needed | Most buyers need a loan and an appraisal |
| Closing date | You help choose it | Set around the buyer's loan timeline |
| Agent commission | None | Typically paid at closing |
| Best for | Speed, certainty, or a house that needs work | Move-in-ready homes when time isn't a factor |
Areas We Cover in Santa Clara County
We buy across the area.
Central San Jose
Downtown, Japantown, Naglee Park, Rose Garden, Willow Glen, Burbank, Hanchett Park, Little Portugal
East and North San Jose
Alum Rock, East Foothills, Mayfair, Evergreen, Silver Creek Valley, Berryessa, Alviso
South and West San Jose
Almaden Valley, Cambrian, Blossom Valley, Santa Teresa, Edenvale, Communications Hill, Winchester
Silicon Valley cities
Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Cupertino, Milpitas, Los Altos
West Valley and South County
Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Monte Sereno, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, San Martin
More locations
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California Rules Worth Knowing
The basics for selling a home in Santa Clara County. General information, not legal or tax advice.
Transfer taxes in San Jose
Santa Clara County may charge $0.55 per $500 under Revenue and Taxation Code 11911. San Jose Municipal Code 4.58 adds a city conveyance tax of $1.65 per $500.
Measure E on larger sales
San Jose Municipal Code 4.59 taxes transfers above a threshold at 0.75%, 1% or 1.5% of the full price. The threshold started at $2 million and adjusts for inflation every five years.
Disclosure statement and hazard report
Civil Code 1102 calls for a Transfer Disclosure Statement on most home sales. Civil Code 1103 covers flood, fire, fault and seismic hazard zones. Neither can be waived.
Notice before a trustee sale
Civil Code 2924f says the notice of sale is posted and recorded at least 20 days ahead. It is also published once a week for three weeks.
San Jose Seller Questions
Straight answers on how a cash sale works here.
Who makes the offer on my house?
We do. Cash Offer Company buys houses in Santa Clara County. Requesting an offer is free and there's no obligation.
Does Measure E apply to my San Jose sale?
Only for property inside San Jose city limits that sells above the Measure E threshold. The threshold adjusts every five years, so check with your escrow officer for the current threshold.
Can I sell a building under the Apartment Rent Ordinance?
Often, yes. We make offers on rentals, and we may buy rentals with tenants in place. Ask an attorney about tenant rules before giving any notice.
My home flooded in the past. Will you still make an offer?
In many cases, yes. Tell us what happened, what was repaired and any insurance claims. We often buy San Jose homes with past water damage as-is.
Do I need to fix anything before I sell?
Usually not. We often buy homes as-is, so you can skip repairs, staging and showings in many cases.
What disclosures do I give in an as-is sale?
Usually a Transfer Disclosure Statement and a natural hazard report. Civil Code 1102.2 exempts some transfers, such as certain probate and trust sales. An attorney can confirm what applies.
Do you buy outside San Jose?
Yes. We buy across Santa Clara County, including Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Campbell, Cupertino, Morgan Hill and Gilroy.
How fast can I close?
It depends on escrow and title work. Many cash sales close sooner than a financed sale, and you can often choose a date that fits your move.
Get Your San Jose Cash Offer
A few questions now, a quick call from us, and a closing date you choose.
Start My Cash OfferLast updated October 2026. Market data: Redfin (Sept 2026) and Zillow (Sept 30, 2026), City of San Jose. Local facts: City of San Jose Housing Department, SPUR, California Geological Survey, Board of Equalization. Rules: Revenue and Taxation Code 11911, San Jose Municipal Code 4.58 and 4.59, California Civil Code 1102, 1102.2, 1103, 2924c and 2924f. General information, not legal or tax advice.