Sell a tenant occupied rental, tenants stay in place.
You do not have to evict anyone or wait for a lease to end to sell your rental. We buy tenant occupied properties for cash with the tenants in place, and we understand how leases and landlords actually work.
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Selling a rental on the open market usually means delivering it vacant, which can mean ending tenancies, navigating Massachusetts tenant protections, and losing rent during turnover. That is a slow, expensive, and stressful path for a landlord who just wants out.
We buy tenant occupied properties for cash, with the tenants right where they are. There is no eviction, no turnover, and no make ready. We honor the existing leases, take the property as is, and let you exit cleanly while the rent keeps flowing.
How selling your house works
Tell us about the property
Share the address and where things stand with the estate. It takes about 2 minutes and there is zero obligation.
Get a fair cash offer
We review the home and the local market, then present a fair cash offer with a clear explanation of how we got there.
Close on your schedule
We coordinate with your attorney, handle the paperwork and closing costs, and you choose the closing date.
We speak landlord
You do not need to clean the house, fix anything, or make trips back and forth across the state. Take any keepsakes and personal items you want, and leave everything else exactly where it is. We deal with the cleanout, the condition, and the logistics.
If the estate is still in probate, that is normal and not a roadblock. We regularly coordinate with the personal representative and the estate's attorney so the sale lines up with the court's timeline. We are buyers and not attorneys, so your estate counsel always confirms what is permitted in your specific case, and we work around it.
Cash sale vs listing your home
Selling to us
- Buy as is, belongings can stay
- Zero commissions or fees
- No showings during a hard time
- We coordinate with the attorney
- Stop the monthly carrying costs fast
Listing on the market
- Full cleanout before photos
- Repairs and updates to compete
- 5 to 6 percent in commissions
- Weeks of showings from a distance
- Carrying costs pile up while it sits
How to sell a tenant occupied rental in Massachusetts without evicting anyone
Selling a rental with tenants in it feels complicated because Massachusetts has strong tenant protections. Here is how it actually works, and why you do not need to empty the building first.
1. Know that tenancies transfer with the property
In Massachusetts, when a rental property is sold, existing leases and tenancies generally transfer to the new owner. A tenant on a lease keeps that lease. This means you do not have to end tenancies or evict anyone to sell, the buyer simply takes the property with the tenants in place.
2. Understand why a vacant sale is slow and costly
Selling on the open market often means delivering the property vacant, which can require ending tenancies under Massachusetts law, navigating notice requirements and tenant protections, and losing rent during turnover and showings. For many landlords that path is slow, expensive, and stressful.
3. Keep collecting rent through the sale
When you sell to a cash buyer who keeps the tenants in place, the rent keeps flowing right up to closing, and the tenants are not disrupted. Security deposits and prepaid rent are typically transferred or credited at closing, which a closing attorney handles.
4. Sell as is, deferred maintenance included
Rental properties often carry deferred maintenance that a landlord does not want to fix before selling. A cash buyer who understands rentals takes the building as is, including the maintenance, so you are not pouring money into a property you are exiting.
We bought a two family in Worcester with long term tenants from an owner who was simply tired of being a landlord, and closed in 21 days with the tenants staying in place, no eviction needed. We also acquired a three family in Springfield where the owner was worn out by difficult tenants and constant repairs, closed in 18 days with the tenants remaining through closing, and bought a two family in Revere from a retiring landlord in 15 days with renters in place.
What we take care of for you
- Full cleanouts and junk removal, so you take only what you want and leave the rest
- Liens, back taxes, and municipal liens paid off directly at closing from the purchase price
- Seller side closing costs covered, so you walk away with cash and nothing deducted
- Any condition and any situation, no repairs or updates required from you
We buy with cash and control the timeline, so we move fast. We have closed in as few as 7 days, and most sales close in 10 to 21 days once we have a signed agreement and a clear title path. You still pick the date that works for you.
Helpful resources for Massachusetts landlords
If you want to understand your obligations and options:
- MassLegalHelp, which explains Massachusetts landlord and tenant law in plain language
- The Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities for landlord guidance
- A licensed Massachusetts real estate attorney for lease transfer and security deposit handling at sale
- Your closing attorney, who coordinates the transfer of deposits and prepaid rent at closing
This is general information about selling tenant occupied property in Massachusetts and is not legal advice. Landlord and tenant law is detailed and fact specific. Confirm your obligations with a licensed Massachusetts attorney.
From homeowners we've helped
"I had to sell my house in Medford fast and contacted Sell My Mass House. They gave me a great cash offer with no repairs and no commissions or fees. We closed in just over a week, exactly when I needed. They made it easy."
Carole R.Medford, MA"I inherited a house that needed a lot of work. Sell My Mass House bought it as is, handled everything, and we closed quickly. Made a difficult situation much easier. Great local company."
Shant C.Watertown, MA"I reached out because I was moving out of state for a new job. They gave me a cash offer in a day and we closed in nine days. No repairs, no stress. Very straightforward."
Kathryn D.Revere, MA"Knowledgeable, down to earth, and easy to work with. Other companies seemed interested only in closing a deal, but they made us feel like VIPs every step of the way. Highly recommend."
Andrew L.Everett, MA"Had an amazing experience with Sell My Mass House and could not recommend them more. They are incredibly helpful and want to make sure you are in the best position."
Gage M.Revere, MA"What I liked most is they actually want to help you get what is best for you, rather than have you sell and get out the door as fast as possible. Thank you."
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If listing would net you more, we will say so
A cash sale is about speed and certainty, but it is not always the best fit. If your home is in good shape and you have time, listing it on the open market may put more money in your pocket. We work with a licensed local real estate brokerage that lists homes for top dollar, and with your permission we will pass your information along so they can reach out and give you that option. No pressure either way. We would rather you get the right outcome than the fast one.
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