We Buy Houses in Sacramento County, CA

Last updated November 13, 2026. Reviewed by the Cash Home Buyers CA team. County figures come from the Sacramento County Clerk-Recorder and Tax Collector; sources are listed at the end.

We buy houses across Sacramento County for cash, in any condition, with no repairs, commissions or closing costs. You tell us about the property, we send a written offer within 24 hours, and you choose the closing date. This page covers how selling works in Sacramento County and links to our local pages and guides for each city we serve.

Selling a house in Sacramento County at a glance

County transfer tax	$0.55 per $500 of the sale price, paid when the deed is recorded
City of Sacramento transfer tax	An additional $2.75 per $1,000 inside city limits
Recorder	Sacramento County Clerk-Recorder, 3636 American River Drive, Suite 110, Sacramento, CA 95864
Property tax bills	One bill a year; late after December 10 and April 10
Tax Collector	700 H Street, Room 1710, Sacramento. (916) 874-6622
Superior Court	Sacramento County Superior Court, (916) 874-5522
Building permits	City of Sacramento inside city limits; Sacramento County in unincorporated areas

Which Sacramento County cities and areas do we buy in?

We buy houses in every part of the county, from downtown Sacramento to the suburbs and unincorporated communities. Start with the local page for your area:

How to sell a house in Sacramento County

There are two main ways to sell a house in Sacramento County: list it with an agent, or sell directly to a cash buyer. A listing usually brings a higher price on a house in good shape, but it takes showings, repairs, inspections and a buyer’s loan approval. A cash sale trades some price for speed and certainty, with no repairs and a closing date you pick.

1. Tell us about the house. Use the form on this page or call (424) 435-2326.
2. Get a written cash offer within 24 hours. No obligation and no fees.
3. Choose your closing date. Escrow pays off taxes, liens and your mortgage from the proceeds.
4. Close and get paid. The deed is recorded with the County Clerk-Recorder and funds are released through escrow.

See each step in our Sacramento cash-offer process, or read about selling a house as-is.

What does it cost to sell a house in Sacramento County?

Selling costs depend on how you sell. The recurring ones are the same either way. The county documentary transfer tax is $0.55 for each $500 of value, paid when the deed is recorded, and inside the City of Sacramento the city adds its own transfer tax.

The County Clerk-Recorder says either the buyer or the seller can pay, by agreement, so the contract decides. Unpaid property taxes and liens come out of the proceeds at closing. A traditional listing adds agent commissions and repair costs; our cash offers charge none.

What situations do we help with in Sacramento County?

• Inherited houses. Heirs who do not want to keep the property can sell, including during probate; see how to sell an inherited house and the Sacramento County probate rules.
• Foreclosure or tax trouble. See selling a house in foreclosure and the county’s tax-defaulted auction.
• Tenant-occupied rentals. We can buy with tenants in place; see selling with tenants.
• Divorce and relocation. Close on a set date; see divorce and relocation.
• Repairs, code violations and unpermitted work. We buy as-is; see the code enforcement and building permits guides.

Ready to sell your Sacramento County house? Call (424) 435-2326 or request a cash offer. There is no cost and no obligation.

Sacramento County selling FAQ

Who pays the transfer tax when selling a house in Sacramento County?

Either the buyer or the seller, by agreement. The county rate is $0.55 per $500 of value, and inside the City of Sacramento an additional city tax applies.

Can I sell a house in Sacramento County without an agent?

Yes. Selling directly to a cash buyer needs no agent, and our offers carry no commissions or fees.

Do you buy houses outside the City of Sacramento?

Yes. We buy across Sacramento County, including Elk Grove, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Carmichael and unincorporated areas.

How do I sell a house in Sacramento County that needs repairs?

Sell it as-is. A cash buyer prices the repairs into the offer, so you skip contractors, inspections and showings.

Where do I record a deed in Sacramento County?

At the Sacramento County Clerk-Recorder, 3636 American River Drive, Suite 110, Sacramento. Escrow normally handles recording on a sale.

Sources

• Sacramento County Clerk-Recorder: Documentary Transfer Tax
• Sacramento County Clerk-Recorder: Transferring Ownership of Real Property
• Sacramento County Tax Collector: Secured Taxes
• Sacramento County Superior Court: Locations

This page is general information, not tax or legal advice. Rates and fees can change; confirm with the county.