What types of homes does Greater Akron Home Buyers purchase?

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We specialize in buying distressed or unwanted properties from owners who may be in distressed situations. Are you behind on mortgage payments, facing foreclosure or bankruptcy, going through a divorce, vacant property, or have you inherited an unwanted property? We can get you cash, FAST! We want to make you the best offer possible and provide an excellent customer experience, which is why we are specific about the types of homes we buy and the markets where we buy them.

Due to market conditions, our buying criteria may change at any time. There can also be exceptions to what we’ve listed below. Contact us if you’d like more information on our process.

Home Types

We buy the following types of homes:

Single family homes
Townhomes
Duplexes (certain markets)
Condos (certain markets)
Multi-Family (certain makets)

*We do not buy pre-fabricated or mobile homes.

Greater Akron Home Buyers Valuation

Right now, we typically buy homes where our valuation is between $5K and $200k, but it can be as high as $500K and varies by market. To know whether your home qualifies, request a free and no-commitment offer.

Max Lot Size

In most markets we buy homes that sit on a maximum lot size of 2 acres. In certain markets we will buy homes with a maximum lot size of 3 acres or 5 acres.

Year Built

We typically buy homes built after 1930, but this can vary by market.

Home Location

We can only buy homes within our service areas. We will buy homes that are in gated communities and age-restricted communities depending on the market.

*We are currently unable to purchase homes located in a flood zone.

Ownership & Occupancy

We only buy homes if the seller has clear ownership of the property. The home may be owner-occupied or vacant at the time of accepting an offer.

*We do buy homes that are owned by banks, government agencies, or government loan insurers.

Solar Panels & Solar Leases

We can usually buy homes with solar panels where the panels are owned outright. We can also buy homes with solar leases, but only if the solar lease has been pre-paid at or prior to closing.

Home Condition and Materials

We consider other factors related to the home’s materials and overall condition. The criteria below may impact our ability to purchase your home:

Your home is being sold as a short sale or foreclosure.
Your home is already being represented by a Real Estate Agent

Many of our criteria vary by city, and there can be exceptions. You can request an offer on your home at any time; it’s free, and there’s no obligation to accept. Have questions about your offer? Contact us to discuss our process