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Sell Your University City House Fast for Cash – Older Brick Homes, Inherited Properties, Any Condition

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We buy University City homes as-is – 1920s-1940s brick properties, inherited houses, rental properties near Wash U. Cash offer, no repairs, no agent fees.

  • University City brick homes bought as-is – near the Loop, Wash U corridor, and every neighborhood.
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WHO WE HELP

University City Homeowners: Historic Brick Homes, Ready for a Simple Sale

University City – U City to everyone who lives there – is a dense, diverse inner-ring suburb immediately west of St. Louis City, anchored by Washington University on its eastern edge and Delmar Boulevard’s Loop district through its center. The residential stock is primarily 1920s and 1930s brick homes: two-story colonials, Cape Cods, and bungalows that have housed generations of families, professors, and long-time residents who picked this community and stayed. Many of those homes have now been in families for 50 or 60 years, and the adult children managing their estates are dealing with properties in original condition – plaster walls, original windows, galvanized plumbing in some cases – that present challenges for conventional buyers who require lender inspections. We buy University City homes as-is, for cash, without requiring repairs or lender sign-off, and close on the timeline that works for your family.

Wash U Corridor Rentals, Estate Sales on Older Brick Stock, and Longtime U City Owners

Fixer Upper

Fixer Upper

Job Relocation

Job Relocation

Downsizing or Upsizing

Downsizing or Upsizing

Inherited Property

Inherited Property

Vacant Property

Vacant Property

Tenant Trouble

Tenant Trouble

Water & Fire Damage

Water & Fire Damage

Money Concerns

Money Concerns

Unexpected Life Events

Unexpected Life Events

Divorce

Divorce

What Are The Benefits When You Sell Your House in University City To Us?

Need to sell quickly? Get a cash offer in minutes and sell your house as is fast. No repairs, no commissions, no waiting. With us, you can close within days, making the process quick and stress-free.

Fast and Hassle-Free

Need to sell quickly? Get a cash offer in minutes and sell your house as is fast. No repairs, no commissions, no waiting. With us, you can close within days, making the process quick and stress-free.

No matter the condition, you can sell your house as is fast with us. Avoid costly repairs and get a quick sale. We buy homes in any state, making the process easy and stress-free.

Sell As-Is in Any Condition

No matter the condition, you can sell your house as is fast with us. Avoid costly repairs and get a quick sale. We buy homes in any state, making the process easy and stress-free.

Save money with our no fees or commissions policy. Unlike traditional agents, we charge no hidden fees or closing costs. With our cash offers for houses, you keep more money in your pocket without any surprises.

No Fees or Commissions

Save money with our no fees or commissions policy. Unlike traditional agents, we charge no hidden fees or closing costs. With our cash offers for houses, you keep more money in your pocket without any surprises.

With our flexible timeline, you decide the closing and moving out date. Receive cash offers for houses and get your money quickly. We work around your schedule, ensuring convenience and ease.

Close on Your Timeline

With our flexible timeline, you decide the closing and moving out date. Receive cash offers for houses and get your money quickly. We work around your schedule, ensuring convenience and ease.

OUR SERVICE VS. REALTORS

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Pick us over a real estate agent because:

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Commissions / Fees
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NONE
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The seller (you) pays 6% on average
Closings Costs
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NONE – We pay them all
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The seller (you) pays 2% on average
Financing Contingency
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NONE
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Yes. Around 15% of sales fall through
Repairs
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None – we pay for all repairs
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Negotiated after inspection
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Immediate cash offer
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91 days on average
Number Of Showings
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1 – just us (and our partners)
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No upper limit
Closing Date
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Whenever you choose
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On average, 30-60 days after offer
Appraisal Required
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NONE – We pay for them
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Yes. Most sales are subject to an appraisal.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

University City Sellers: Older Pre-War Brick Stock, St. Louis County Probate, and Wash U Corridor Rental Properties

University City falls under St. Louis County jurisdiction – recording and probate run through the Clayton courthouse. Most U City properties from the 1920s-1940s have lead paint disclosure requirements and may have galvanized plumbing, original electrical systems, or plaster walls that conventional lenders flag as repair conditions. We buy without lender involvement. Some University City properties have been converted from single-family to multi-unit use over the decades – title review during due diligence identifies any zoning compliance items, which we account for in the offer. The Delmar Loop commercial overlay does not affect residential resale.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

I own a 1928 brick home near the Loop that I've been renting to tenants for 22 years. Can you buy it occupied? +
Yes. We take over the tenancy as-is – existing lease terms and all. You don’t need to give notice, find replacement housing, or manage any tenant transition before close.
The University City property has original 1930s plumbing and galvanized pipes. Will that prevent you from buying? +
Not at all. Original pre-war plumbing is standard for inner-ring St. Louis properties. We account for the update cost in our offer – it doesn’t prevent close.
The home is in St. Louis County probate. My father was a professor at Wash U and lived there for 48 years. How long does the estate process take with a cash buyer? +
From offer to close in a probate sale, typically 4 to 6 weeks through the St. Louis County Circuit Court in Clayton. We work with the estate attorney and structure around the court’s confirmation schedule.
The house has had some deferred maintenance – roof, basement waterproofing, and the electrical panel is original. Does any of that need to be addressed before you'll make an offer? +
No. We’ll make a written offer on the as-is condition and account for those items. Nothing needs to be done before we sign.
How fast can I sell my house in University City? +
We can close in as little as 7 days in University City. Once you accept our written cash offer, we handle all title and paperwork – you pick the closing date.
Do I need to make repairs before selling? +
No. We buy as-is – any condition, any age, any amount of deferred maintenance. Nothing needs to be fixed, cleaned, or updated before we close.
Are there commissions or fees? +
None. No agent commissions, no fees charged to you, no deductions at close. The number in your offer is what you receive.

LOCAL CONDITIONS · UNIVERSITY CITY, MO

We buy houses rain or shine — whenever you’re ready to sell.

University City, MO

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No delays, no waiting on the market.

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