Sell Your House With Tenants — No Eviction Required
Tenants don't have to leave before you sell. Traditional buyers need financing — and lenders often require vacant possession. We pay cash, so tenant cooperation isn't required. Close in 14–30 days.
✓No repairs required
✓Cash offer in 24 hours
✓Local Illinois buyer
$1.6B+
In Sales
6,379+
Closings
165+
Local Agents
24hr
Offer Guaranteed
20+
Years Experience
The Problem With Traditional Sales
Why Tenant-Occupied Sales Fall Through
Traditional buyers need financing. Lenders often require the home to be vacant or cooperating tenants for appraisals and inspections. One difficult tenant can blow up a deal entirely.
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No Showings Required
We don't need tenant cooperation for showings. We make our offer based on property data and an exterior assessment if needed.
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Cash = No Lender Restrictions
No bank, no appraisal, no lender-required vacant possession. We close based on our own assessment of the property's value.
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We Handle Illinois Notice Requirements
We know Illinois landlord-tenant law and guide you through the required notice process so you stay fully compliant.
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Close in 14–30 Days
Once you accept our offer, we move fast. No waiting on tenant decisions or lender timelines.
Tenant Situations We Handle
Whatever the Situation — We've Seen It
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Cooperative tenants on lease
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Uncooperative tenants
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Month-to-month lease ending soon
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Non-paying tenants
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Long-term fixed leases
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Multi-unit occupied properties
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell my house while tenants are living there?
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Yes — with a cash buyer. Traditional financed buyers often struggle because lenders may require vacant possession. Cash means no lender restrictions, so we can close with tenants in place.
Do my tenants have to know about the sale?
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Illinois law requires proper notice to tenants at certain stages of a sale. We navigate these requirements as part of the process and help ensure you remain compliant throughout.
What if my tenants have a long-term lease?
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We purchase subject to existing leases. If tenants are in a fixed-term lease, that lease transfers to us as the new owner. We factor lease terms into our offer.
Can tenants block or prevent the sale?
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Tenants can complicate a traditional sale by refusing showings or making the home difficult to show. With a cash sale, we do not require tenant access for showings — we can close without it.
How fast can this close with tenants in the property?
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Typically 14–30 days. We need to complete a title search and follow proper Illinois notice requirements, but we move as fast as legally possible.
If an agent referred you or is helping you, we want to make sure they get credit — regardless of which brokerage they're with.
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Yes — I'm working with an agent
I'll enter their name and brokerage below
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No — I found you on my own
Agent's full name
Crosstown agents auto-populate — or type any agent name
Brokerage (optional)
Step 2 of 15 — Property
What's the address of the home you'd like to sell?
We use this to pull public records and run your market analysis.
Step 3 of 15 — Property Type
How is your residence categorized?
Select the option that best describes your property.
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House
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Townhouse or Duplex
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Condo
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Multi-Unit
Step 4 of 15 — Size
How many bedrooms and bathrooms?
Select both to continue.
Bedrooms
1
2
3
4
5+
Bathrooms
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4+
Step 5 of 15 — Basement & Garage
Tell us about your basement and garage.
Select one option for each.
Basement
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Finished basement
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Unfinished basement
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No basement
Garage
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No garage
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1-car garage
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2-car garage
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3+ car garage
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Assigned parking space
Condo / townhome
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Other
Describe in comments
Is the garage detached or attached?
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Attached
Connected to the home
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Detached
Separate structure
Step 6 of 15 — Mechanicals (1 of 5)
🪟 Tell us about your windows.
Approximate ages are fine — this helps us calculate a more accurate offer.
Condition of windows
Approximate age of windows
Step 7 of 15 — Mechanicals (2 of 5)
🏠 Tell us about your roof.
Even a rough estimate helps us build a more accurate offer.
Condition of roof
Approximate age of roof
Step 8 of 15 — Mechanicals (3 of 5)
🔥 Tell us about your furnace.
Even a rough estimate helps us build a more accurate offer.
Condition of furnace
Approximate age of furnace
Step 9 of 15 — Mechanicals (4 of 5)
❄️ Tell us about your central AC.
Even a rough estimate helps us build a more accurate offer.
Condition of central AC condenser
Approximate age of central AC
Step 10 of 15 — Mechanicals (5 of 5)
💧 Tell us about your water heater.
Even a rough estimate helps us build a more accurate offer.
Condition of water heater
Approximate age of water heater
Step 11 of 15 — Known Issues
Any known issues with the property?
Be honest — we buy in any condition and it only helps us make a stronger, more accurate offer.
Water leakage issues?
No issues ✅
Yes — has issues
Structural issues?
No issues ✅
Yes — has issues
Step 12 of 15 — Overall Condition
What's the overall condition of your home?
We buy in any condition — no judgment, just accuracy.
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Move-in ready
Updated, well-maintained, no major issues
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Good — minor updates needed
Cosmetic work, dated finishes, small repairs
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Fair — needs work
Outdated systems, deferred maintenance
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Poor — major repairs needed
Structural issues, fire/water damage
Step 13 of 15 — Your Situation
Why are you thinking about selling?
This helps us tailor the best offer and timeline for your situation.
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Relocating for work
Need to move quickly
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Inherited property
Estate or family situation
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Financial hardship
Behind on payments or need relief
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Downsizing or upsizing
Life stage change
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Divorce or life change
Need a fresh start
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Just exploring options
Curious what my home is worth
Step 14 of 15 — Timeline & Next Steps
How soon are you looking to sell?
This helps us tailor the right offer and support for your situation.
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ASAP — within 30 days
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1–3 months
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3–6 months
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Just exploring
Would you like our complimentary moving service? (In-state only)
Yes, interested
No thanks
Do you need assistance finding a rental or new home after selling?
Yes — rental help
Yes — buying a home
No, I have a plan
Step 15 of 15 — Contact Info
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Great news — your home qualifies!
Based on your answers, your property is eligible for the Crosstown Easy Offer program. We just need a few contact details to send you your offer within 24 hours.
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Your info is private. We never share or sell your data. No spam — just your offer.
By submitting, you agree to be contacted by Crosstown Realtors regarding your home sale. No obligation.
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We’re on it!
Your submission is in. Our acquisitions team is reviewing your home right now. Expect a call within 2 hours during business hours.
1 We review your property details & run comps
2 Our team calls you to discuss your home
3 You receive your written cash offer within 24 hours
4 Accept, negotiate, or walk away — zero pressure
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