Sell a Duplex or 2–4 Family House in Connecticut
Two-, three- and four-family houses are everywhere in Hartford, New Britain, Waterbury, Bridgeport and New Haven. Here is how to sell one as-is, tenants and all.
See Your MAX Offer
Start with the address. A CT MAX buyer calls you back, and your written number follows the walk-through.
What we need from you
- A simple rent roll: unit, rent, lease end date and deposit held
- Copies of the leases, if you have them
- Which utilities you pay
- Any open housing code or lead paint orders
Tenants stay in place
You do not have to empty the building. Leases and security deposits transfer to CT MAX at closing, and the attorney prorates rents. We give the tenants reasonable notice for the walk-through.
Common problems we buy through
- Non-paying tenants or pending evictions
- Old boilers, porches, roofs and wiring
- Units off the market for repairs
- Lead paint issues in pre-1978 buildings
Comparing the numbers
Listing vs. a MAX Offer, side by side
| Listing with an agent | CT MAX cash sale | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | Typically 5–6% of the price | None |
| Repairs and cleanout | Usually on you, plus whatever the buyer’s inspector finds | None, the house is bought as it stands |
| Showings | Open houses and private showings | One walk-through |
| Financing risk | Buyer’s mortgage and appraisal can fall through | Cash, no lender |
| Closing date | Set by the buyer’s lender | The date you pick |
| Price | Often higher for a house in good shape | Reflects the condition, in writing, and does not drop after you sign |
Common questions
Do you buy 5+ unit buildings?
Contact us. We look at larger buildings case by case.
Can I sell with an eviction in progress?
Yes. Tell us the status, and the attorney will handle how it transfers.
General information only. Rules and costs vary by house and town. Talk with a licensed Connecticut professional about your specific situation.
From first call to cash in hand
- Day 1
Share the address
Call, text or use the form. We ask a few questions about the house and your deadline.
- Day 2–3
One walk-through
A CT MAX buyer sees the house once. No cleaning, no repairs, no open houses.
- Within 24 hrs of the visit
Your MAX Offer in writing
A firm cash number with no commission taken out. Take it, counter it or walk away.
- The date you pick
Attorney closing
A Connecticut closing attorney pays off the liens and hands you the balance.
Want the number in writing?
Get a written MAX Offer for the house as it stands. Saying no costs nothing.