We Buy Houses in Modoc County, CA

Last updated November 13, 2026. Reviewed by the Cash Home Buyers CA team. Contacts come from the State Board of Equalization county listing and the Modoc Superior Court; sources are listed at the end.

We buy houses in Modoc 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. Modoc is one of California’s most remote counties, where buyers are few and listings can sit, so a direct sale offers a firm answer.

Selling a house in Modoc County at a glance

Transfer tax	California’s documentary transfer tax is $0.55 per $500 of value, paid when the deed is recorded. Confirm any local addition with the county recorder
Property tax dates	Installments due November 1 and February 1, delinquent after December 10 and April 10
Tax Collector	(530) 233-6223
Assessor	(530) 233-6218
Superior Court	Robert A. Barclay Justice Center, 205 S East St, Alturas, CA 96101. (530) 233-6516. Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Where do we buy in Modoc County?

We buy across the county, including Alturas and the smaller communities and rural parcels around it. We do not yet have separate local pages for these towns, so this page is the best place to start.

How to sell a house in Modoc County

In a county with few buyers, the usual listing route can mean long waits and little negotiating room. A cash sale replaces it with one written offer, no repair list and a closing date you pick. The price may be lower than a best-case listing, so weigh both before you decide.

1. Send the property details. Use the form on this page or call (424) 435-2326.
2. Review a written offer within 24 hours. No fees, no obligation.
3. Pick your closing date. Escrow pays off the mortgage, taxes and liens from the proceeds.
4. Close and get paid. The deed is recorded with the county and funds are released.

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

The documentary transfer tax is the main government charge, and the contract decides who pays it. Property taxes you owe are paid from the proceeds at closing, and a late installment adds a 10 percent penalty after December 10 or April 10. Call the Tax Collector at (530) 233-6223 for the amount due on your parcel. Our cash offers include no agent commission and no repair costs.

What situations do we help with in Modoc County?

• Inherited houses and ranch homes that heirs live too far away to manage.
• Foreclosure or back taxes, where a sale pays the lender and county from the proceeds.
• Probate, which is heard in the Modoc Superior Court in Alturas.
• Houses that need work, bought as-is.

Ready to sell your Modoc County house? Call (424) 435-2326 or request a cash offer. No cost, no obligation. See our California home value guide for what a house may be worth.

Modoc County selling FAQ

When are Modoc County property taxes due?

Installments are due November 1 and February 1 and become delinquent after December 10 and April 10 under California’s statewide schedule.

Can I sell a house in Modoc County with unpaid taxes?

Yes. Escrow pays what you owe from the proceeds at closing. Call the Tax Collector at (530) 233-6223 for the payoff amount.

Do you buy houses outside Alturas?

Yes. We buy across Modoc County, including smaller communities and rural parcels.

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

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

Sources

• California State Board of Equalization: County contacts
• Modoc Superior Court: Location and contact information
• Sacramento County Clerk-Recorder: documentary transfer tax (state rate, RTC 11911)

This page is general information, not tax or legal advice. Dates and fees can change; confirm with Modoc County.