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Tell us the address and a few details about the property by phone or online. It takes just a couple of minutes and costs nothing.
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Trusted by California homeowners statewide
Sell your house fast for cash — anywhere in California.
Skip the repairs, the cleaning, the showings, and the commissions. Get a fair, no-obligation cash offer in about 24 hours and close on the date you choose — in as little as 7 days.
24Hour cash offers
7Day closings possible
$0Fees or commissions
10Counties served
Why sell fast
A simpler way to sell — built for real life.
The traditional route asks a lot before you ever see a dollar: repairs, deep cleaning, staging, open houses, months of uncertainty, and agent commissions at the end. When life is moving quickly, that timeline works against you.
A cash sale removes the middle steps. Astra Home Buyer buys directly, so there is no lender waiting on an appraisal, no financing that can fall through, and no repair list to fund. You hand off the property as-is and keep your equity and your schedule.
It is the right fit when speed, certainty, and simplicity matter more than squeezing out the last dollar of a slow, conditional listing.
Certainty over guesswork
A cash offer is a firm number, not a hopeful list price. You know exactly what you are getting and when.
No money out of pocket
No repairs to fund, no staging to pay for, no commissions to net out. What we offer is what the sale is built around.
You control the calendar
Close in a week or take a couple of months. The date is yours to set around your move, not ours.
Any condition welcome
Damage, deferred maintenance, tenants, or a house full of belongings — none of it stops a sale.
How it works
Three steps. No surprises.
From first contact to cash in hand, the whole path is short and transparent.
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Property review
We review the home's condition and recent comparable sales nearby, then send you a fair, no-obligation cash offer — with the reasoning in writing.
Offer within 24 hours3
Close on your schedule
Accept when you are ready and choose your closing date. A licensed title company handles the paperwork and you get paid in cash.
Close in as little as 7 daysWhy Astra Home Buyer
Everything that slows a sale down — removed.
A direct cash purchase means fewer steps, fewer costs, and a partner who knows California markets.
Fast closings
Close in as little as 7 days when time is what you need most.
No repairs
Sell exactly as-is. The fixes become our job, not yours.
No cleaning
Leave behind anything you don't want. We handle cleanout.
No commissions
No agent fees taken off the top of your sale.
No hidden fees
We cover standard closing costs. The offer is the number.
Cash offers
No lenders, no appraisals, no financing that can fall apart.
Local experts
We know California neighborhoods and price with real comparables.
Transparent
See the comparables behind your offer, in writing, before you decide.
Situations we buy in
Whatever brought you here, we've bought through it.
Every seller's reason is different. These are among the most common — and none of them slow us down.
Inherited homes
Probate
Divorce
Avoid foreclosure
Rental properties
Vacant homes
Fire damage
Flood damage
Downsizing
Relocation
Job transfer
Foundation problems
Code violations
Tax liens
Behind on payments
Astra vs. a traditional sale
Two very different ways to sell.
Same house, two paths. Here's how selling to Astra compares with listing on the open market.
Sell to Astra
List with a realtor
Time to close
As little as 7 days
30–60+ days
Repairs required
None — sold as-is
Often expected
Cleaning & staging
Not needed
Recommended
Showings & open houses
Zero
Multiple
Agent commissions
$0
Typically 5–6%
Closing costs
We cover standard costs
Often the seller's
Financing fall-through risk
None — all cash
Common
Who picks the closing date
You do
The buyer's lender
Where we buy
We buy houses across California.
Find your county below and jump straight to your city. Cash offers, any condition, statewide.
San Diego County
7 citiesOur home base — from the coast to the inland suburbs, we buy houses fast throughout San Diego County.
Los Angeles County
4 areasFrom the South Bay to the city core, we help LA County homeowners sell quickly and skip the repairs.
Orange County
4 areasFast, no-obligation cash offers for homeowners across Orange County, in any condition.
Riverside County
5 areasFrom the city of Riverside out to the wine country, we buy Inland Empire homes for cash.
San Bernardino County
5 citiesThe largest county in the country, covered — from the valley cities up to the High Desert.
Sacramento County
4 areasYour Sacramento cash buyer — fast offers across the capital region and its growing suburbs.
Solano County
4 areasBetween the Bay and the capital, we buy houses fast across Solano County.
Fresno County
2 citiesCentral Valley homeowners get the same fast, as-is cash offers — Fresno and Clovis included.
Kern County
2 citiesBakersfield and the surrounding Kern County communities — cash offers with no repairs required.
San Joaquin County
3 citiesStockton, Lodi, and Manteca sellers get fast, fair cash offers on any property.
Locally based. Buying across California.
Astra Home Buyer is rooted in San Diego and purchases houses throughout the state. We work by phone and appointment — no office visit needed to get your offer.
Questions & answers
Everything you might be wondering.
Straight answers about selling your house fast for cash in California.
How can I sell my house fast in California?
Request a cash offer online or by phone, share a few basic details about the property, and Astra Home Buyer reviews it and responds with a no-obligation cash offer — usually within 24 hours. If you accept, you pick the closing date and can close in as little as 7 days.
Can I sell my house as-is?
Yes. We purchase houses exactly as they are. You don't need to repair, renovate, stage, or clean anything before selling.
Do I need to make repairs before selling?
No repairs are required. We buy homes in every condition, including properties with roof, foundation, plumbing, fire, or water issues. Repairs become our responsibility after closing.
How long does closing take?
Most cash closings happen in 7 to 14 days once you accept the offer, compared with 30 to 60 days for a traditional financed sale. The exact timeline depends on title clearance and the date you choose.
Do I pay any commissions or fees?
There are no agent commissions, listing fees, or hidden charges when you sell to Astra Home Buyer. We also cover standard closing costs.
How is my cash offer calculated?
Every offer is based on your home's current condition, the cost of any repairs it needs, and recent comparable sales nearby. We explain the reasoning in writing so the number is clear.
Can I sell an inherited house?
Yes. We regularly work with heirs and executors and can buy an inherited home even when it still contains belongings or needs significant work.
Can I sell a house that is in probate?
Often, yes. Some California probate sales require court confirmation and others don't. We can work alongside your attorney and the court's timeline to keep things moving.
Can I sell a house with tenants in it?
Yes. We buy tenant-occupied and rental properties and handle the lease directly, so you don't need to remove tenants before selling.
Can I sell a house with a lien on it?
Usually, yes. Tax liens, judgment liens, and mechanic's liens are common and are typically resolved through the title company at closing. Tell us what you know and we'll help sort it out.
Can I sell if I'm behind on mortgage payments?
Yes, and it's one of the most common reasons homeowners contact us. We can often close before an auction date to help you avoid foreclosure.
Can I choose my own closing date?
Yes. You pick the closing date that fits your plans, whether that's a week out or a couple of months from now.
Is there any obligation when I request an offer?
None. You can request an offer, review it, ask questions, and walk away at no cost. There's no pressure and nothing to sign just to see your number.
Do you buy houses in any condition?
Yes. Outdated, damaged, vacant, hoarder, and distressed homes are all welcome. Condition doesn't disqualify a property.
Will I get a fair price for my home?
Our offers reflect the property's condition, the repairs required, and recent comparable sales in your area. You're welcome to review those comparables so you can judge the offer for yourself.
Do I need to clean out the house first?
No. Leave behind anything you don't want. We handle cleanout after closing, so you only take what matters to you.
Can I sell a fire-damaged or water-damaged house?
Yes. We purchase homes with fire and water damage and factor the repairs into the offer, so you don't have to coordinate contractors or insurance work.
Can I sell a house with foundation or structural problems?
Yes. Foundation, structural, and code-violation issues are ones we handle regularly, and they don't stop us from making an offer.
What areas of California do you buy in?
We buy across California, including San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Sacramento, Solano, Fresno, Kern, and San Joaquin counties, plus the cities within them.
How do I know Astra Home Buyer is legitimate?
We put our offer and the comparables behind it in writing, work through a licensed title company, and never ask for money to give you an offer. You can verify every step before you sign.
Do you buy vacant or non-owner-occupied homes?
Yes. Vacant houses and second properties are a great fit, and selling can end the ongoing cost of carrying an empty home.
What if I'm relocating or have a job transfer?
We can time the closing around your move, so you aren't paying for a home in one city while living in another. Pick the date that lines up with your relocation.
How fast can I get my cash offer?
Most homeowners receive their no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours of reaching out.
Ready for your no-obligation cash offer?
Tell us about your property and we'll get you a fair cash offer — usually within 24 hours. No repairs, no fees, no pressure. Close on the date that works for you.
No obligation
No fees or commissions
Any condition, statewide
Prefer to talk it through first? Call and we'll walk you through your options — no commitment.