Tulare · Tulare County
Sell a Probate or Inherited House in Tulare, CA
If you inherited a house in Tulare, or you are the executor of an estate that owns one, House Junkies can buy it as-is for cash, with the belongings still inside if that is easier. We are based in Visalia, we buy all over Tulare County, and we have bought, renovated, and resold 350+ homes.
Tulare sits just south of Visalia along Highway 99 and has a strong base of older, established housing stock alongside newer subdivisions.
Tulare hosts the World Ag Expo every February at the International Agri-Center, one of the largest annual outdoor agricultural expositions in the world. House Junkies has bought 2 houses in Tulare recently, including 756 S Oliver St and 765 S C St, and you can see what we paid below.
How Probate Works for a Tulare House
Because Tulare is in Tulare County, a probate case for someone who lived there is filed with the Tulare County Superior Court. Formal probate in California usually takes 12 to 18 months. Some families qualify for a faster path: a primary residence worth up to $750,000 may be able to go through a shorter court petition instead of full probate.
Once the executor or administrator has the court's authority to sell, the deed and the sale paperwork are recorded with the Tulare County Clerk-Recorder at 5951 S. Mooney Blvd. in Visalia. Any mortgage, unpaid property taxes, and liens on the house are paid off out of the sale at closing, and what is left goes to the estate.
If you are an heir and the estate has not closed yet, you may be able to assign your share for cash now instead of waiting it out. We work with a paralegal and an attorney on the legal side, and you are always welcome to have your own attorney look over anything before you sign. Read our full probate guide and our page on selling an inherited house.
We buy inherited houses all over Tulare, including Downtown Tulare, North Tulare, South Tulare, in zip codes 93274, 93261, and across Tulare County.
Sources: Tulare County Clerk-Recorder, Tulare County RMA Code Compliance, Tulare County 2026 Tax Auction
How Selling to House Junkies Works
- ✓ Tell us the address and what is going on with the house
- ✓ Get a written cash offer within 24 hours, with no obligation
- ✓ No repairs, no cleaning, no agent commissions
- ✓ We cover closing costs, and you choose the closing date
Houses We Bought in Tulare
Real houses House Junkies bought in Tulare, with photos and the price we paid.
For SalePurchased For
$206,000
Listed at $299,990
765 S C St, Tulare
3 bd2 ba1,032 sqft
Listed by Legacy Real Estate, DRE #02165291
Jenny Madrid, Broker, DRE #01882650
For SalePurchased For
$175,000
Listed at $279,900
756 S Oliver St, Tulare
3 bd1 ba936 sqft
Listed by Legacy Real Estate, DRE #02165291
Jenny Madrid, Broker, DRE #01882650
Probate & Inherited in Tulare: Common Questions
Where is probate filed for a house in Tulare?
Probate is filed in the Superior Court of the county where the person lived. For Tulare, that is the Tulare County Superior Court.
Can I sell an inherited house in Tulare before probate is finished?
Sometimes. If the estate qualifies for a shorter process, or if you are an heir who can assign your share, a sale can happen sooner. We will walk you through which path fits your situation.
Do I have to clean out the house before selling?
No. Take what you want to keep and leave the rest. House Junkies handles the cleanout after closing.
How fast can House Junkies close on an inherited Tulare house?
Once the person signing has legal authority to sell, we can usually close in one to two weeks, depending on title.
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See everything about selling your house in Tulare, or read our full guide to selling a probate house.