San Bernardino, California
Sell your house fast in San Bernardino, CA.
Ready to sell, but not ready to replace the roof or take on another project? We buy houses for cash in San Bernardino, including homes that need substantial work.
Start with your address and contact details. We will call to discuss the property and arrange a visit before preparing an offer and working through closing and move-out dates with you.
No charge to find out. No obligation to sell.
Skip the renovation.We evaluate your home in its current condition.
The work behind the sale
San Bernardino homes we helped sell.
A planned move, an out-of-state rental and a house with major system problems each needed a different plan. These three sales show why the repair scope, access and handover date belong in the conversation before closing.
Considering their next move
283 E 48th Street
- Situation: The owners were considering a move and checking potential sale proceeds.
- Obstacle: Kitchen, floor and window work plus payoff and move-out planning.
- How we helped: We evaluated condition and coordinated the buyer, escrow paperwork and keys.
- Outcome: Closed June 2024 after vacancy was confirmed.
For your sale: Confirm both the expected proceeds and the possession date. Closing and moving out should not be left to different assumptions.
Read the E 48th Street record
Repairs from another state
287 E 43rd Street
- Situation: An out-of-state owner wanted to sell a San Bernardino rental.
- Obstacle: Roof and HVAC work remained; the occupant was preparing to move.
- How we helped: We coordinated access, the buyer’s walkthrough, keys and closing with the seller and escrow.
- Outcome: Closed March 2020 after move-out and the walkthrough.
For your sale: Selling remotely still requires local handover. Identify who can provide access and agree on possession before setting the closing date.
See how this sale came together
More than cosmetic work
731 N K Street
- Situation: The owner wanted to sell an older house needing substantial work.
- Obstacle: It was using a generator and needed an electrical panel, roof, windows, kitchen and bathroom work.
- How we helped: We visited, evaluated the repairs and arranged the transaction through escrow.
- Outcome: The sale closed in March 2017.
For your sale: Describe major system problems early so we can evaluate them. You need not complete renovations before discussing an as-is offer.
Read the N K Street recordHistorical prices and closing dates, not estimates for your house. Each property and agreement is different.
Explore all 47 city transactionsBefore you spend on the house
Repair your San Bernardino home, list as-is or sell for cash?
A direct sale can save you a renovation, but that convenience has a price. Start with the work you can take on and the amount you need to keep.
Prepare your house to list
A move-in-ready home can appeal to more buyers. Get realistic repair bids and an agent’s net estimate before spending money you expect to recover.
- Budget for repairs and time before listing.
- Allow for showings and buyer inspections.
- Compare the expected net, not just the asking price.
List your house as-is
You can ask an agent about marketing the house without renovating. A listed home can sell to a cash or financed buyer. Buyers can still inspect it, negotiate, or encounter financing concerns.
- Discuss which buyers the condition may attract.
- Plan for access while the house is occupied.
- Check how repairs could affect negotiations.
Sell your house directly to us
Let us evaluate the roof, systems and updates as they stand. Our offer factors in the work, our costs and a buyer margin, so it may be below a listing result.
- No pre-sale renovation required by us.
- No agent commission paid to us.
- Closing and possession agreed in writing.
An illustrative comparisonWhat could that tradeoff look like in dollars?Hypothetical figures, not a property valuation. Repair & list$422,250After example costs* Cash sale$412,500After example costs* View breakdownClose breakdown *Before loan and lien payoffs, taxes on any gain, and other closing charges or credits not shown.
This is a hypothetical example, not a valuation or a prediction for a San Bernardino property.
Repair & list: example
- Sale price
- $505,000
- Repairs
- −$50,000
- Example agent compensation (5%)
- −$25,250
- Carrying costs: 3 × $2,500
- −$7,500
- After these costs
- $422,250
Cash sale: example
- Cash offer
- $415,000
- Seller repairs
- $0
- Commission to us
- $0
- Carrying costs: 1 × $2,500
- −$2,500
- After these costs
- $412,500
The listing comes out $9,750 ahead in this example. A different repair bill, timeline or offer changes the result. Agent compensation is negotiable; 5% is only an assumption here. We cover our standard closing costs, but read the written offer for the actual cost allocation.
Before treating either total as proceeds, account for:
- Loan and lien payoffs.
- Taxes on any gain.
- Other closing charges or credits not shown.
The carrying-cost assumption includes interest, property taxes, insurance and utilities, not mortgage principal. Either route may take more or less time. Ask an agent and escrow for a property-specific net sheet.
A useful head start, whichever route you choose
Check property records before agreeing on a sale
An extra room, an old permit or an occupied unit can change the conversation. You don’t have to solve everything before calling, but these records help keep surprises out of the sale.
Find the right property-records office.
Start with the property’s jurisdiction. A San Bernardino mailing address alone is not a substitute for checking whether the parcel is inside city limits.
City Building & Safety County Building & SafetyCheck addition permits and code notices.
Keep these with your sale paperwork:
- Permits for a garage conversion, added bedroom or back unit.
- Any city notice, its case number and related correspondence.
Plan property access and tenant possession.
For an occupied house, bring the lease and explain who lives there. Then separate two arrangements:
- Access: How a property visit can be arranged.
- Possession: When the buyer could take over the property.
Have a California attorney review tenant notices or a vacant-possession promise before you commit to one.
San Bernardino neighborhoods where we buy homes
We consider homes throughout the city, including Verdemont, Northpark, Shandin Hills, Arrowhead, Perris Hill and the Valley College area. Those are examples, not service boundaries.
For a home outside the city, see our Rancho Cucamonga buying page or explore our San Bernardino County service area.
When we evaluate a home, nearby closed sales, usable space and the actual condition matter more than applying one citywide price to every address.
San Bernardino city · September 2026 snapshot
What is the San Bernardino housing market doing?
- Median sale price
- $504,760
- Up 1.0% year over year
- Median days on market
- 39 days
- 53 days a year earlier
- Homes sold
- 287
- September 2026
- Sale-to-list price
- 100.2%
- September 2026
Source: Redfin’s San Bernardino city market data, checked October 20, 2026. Price and days on market cover the three months ending September; sales count and sale-to-list ratio are September figures. All home types.
The 39-day measure does not include your pre-listing repairs or the entire escrow period. A house with working systems and a house needing a roof should not be compared by the median alone. Start with similar nearby sales, then account for your property’s work and selling costs.
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From the first call to the keys
What to expect from cash home buyers in San Bernardino
Tell us about your house and timing.
Send your contact details and full address, including the city. On the callback, discuss:
- Major repairs and your timing.
- Who can provide access, especially if you live out of state.
You can ask for a ballpark figure before a visit.
Walk the house and review the cash offer.
We assess the condition and put an offer in writing. Review:
- The price, costs and deposit.
- Inspection and cancellation terms.
- Any clause allowing assignment to another buyer.
Ask us to explain anything that isn’t clear.
Coordinate escrow & your move.
If you accept, confirm these arrangements:
- Title, payoffs and closing documents with escrow.
- The closing date and possession terms in the agreement.
Title issues or unresolved items may change the schedule.
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A family-owned Southern California business, based in Murrieta and buying houses since 2008. You can review our people and track record before deciding whether to work with us.
Before you make a commitment
Questions about selling a San Bernardino house
Which closing costs do you cover?
Our direct-purchase offers cover:
- Documentary transfer tax.
- The owner’s title policy.
- Escrow fees for both sides.
- Recording fees.
Mortgage and lien payoffs, tax adjustments, HOA balances and other authorized property-specific deductions can still affect your proceeds. Your signed agreement and final escrow statement determine the actual allocation.
See which closing costs a cash buyer coversDo I need working HVAC or a new roof to get an offer?
No. Tell us what you know about the condition so we can evaluate the work. The E 43rd Street property above needed both roof and HVAC replacement; N K Street needed electrical work as well. The repair scope affects the price, but you do not have to finish that work just to ask us for an offer.
Can I arrange the sale while living outside California?
Yes. The E 43rd Street sale shows why a remote owner still needs a local handover plan. Before setting the final date:
- Tell us who can provide access and whether anyone lives there.
- Agree on possession and the key handover.
- Ask escrow about signing arrangements for your location.
What if the garage conversion has no permit paperwork?
Let us know what was changed and what records you have. Use the city’s Building & Safety resources above to investigate missing records. We can review a property with unresolved permit questions, but an offer does not legalize the work. Selling as-is does not remove applicable disclosure duties; get advice on what your sale requires.
California DRE disclosure guidanceCan you consider a rental with a tenant still in place?
Yes, we can review occupied rentals. Share the lease, rent details and any existing notices. A buyer’s preferred move-out date is not the same as a lawful right to end a tenancy. Before promising vacancy or serving notice, speak with a California landlord-tenant attorney.
How soon could my San Bernardino sale close?
We discuss the date after reviewing the property and what escrow will need. Our typical direct-sale timeframe is three to five weeks, but that is not a guaranteed deadline. A payoff delay, title issue, probate requirement or possession arrangement can mean more time. If you have a firm deadline, raise it on the first call.
Can I have extra time to move or leave unwanted belongings?
Tell us when you expect to move and what you would prefer to leave behind. We have arranged extra time after closing, including rent-backs, by individual agreement. Confirm in writing:
- The occupancy period and handover date.
- Costs and each party’s responsibilities.
- Which belongings may remain.
Extra time is not automatic, free or unlimited. Agree on these points before planning the move and cleanout.
What should I check if the house has a reverse mortgage?
Ask the loan servicer for a current written payoff and any applicable deadline. Compare what remains after that payoff and other selling costs, not only the offer price. For your loan’s requirements, speak with the servicer and a qualified reverse-mortgage counselor or attorney.
What if an estate or trust owns the property?
We can discuss the house, but first establish who has authority to sell it. Have your attorney check:
- The ownership documents and who can sign.
- Any court orders affecting the sale.
- Whether notice or approval is needed.
The local probate department provides court resources; a cash offer does not replace the estate’s legal process.
San Bernardino Superior Court probate resourcesWhat if a foreclosure deadline is approaching?
Get the current deadline and payoff information from your servicer or trustee before relying on a proposed closing date. Tell any buyer about the deadline immediately. A signed purchase contract alone does not stop an auction. Speak with a HUD-approved housing counselor or California attorney about your options while you evaluate a sale.
Find a housing counselorYour address is the place to start
Request a cash offer for your San Bernardino home
Start with your contact details and full property address, including the city. We will call to discuss the property, repairs and your plans before arranging the next step.
- The property address and who lives there
- Major repairs or outstanding notices
- Your preferred timeline for closing and moving
You don’t need every answer ready before reaching out.
There’s no fee for an offer and no obligation to accept.
Gavino Galindo, our home inspector, typically responds to new inquiries within 24 hours. That first response is separate from a written offer after the property visit.