Inherited a house in Lee County? Sell it for cash, even during probate.
We buy inherited and probate houses across Lee County as-is, for cash. Tell us your timeline and we'll build the closing around it.
- Written cash offer within 24 hours
- No obligation to accept
- You pick the closing date
Can I sell an inherited or probate house in Lee County?
Yes. In Florida the personal representative can sell estate property once appointed by the probate court, and some sales need a court order first. We buy inherited houses as-is, clean-out included, and close on the estate's timeline.
For Lee County properties, the local steps run through the Lee County Circuit Court (20th Judicial Circuit) and the Lee County Clerk of Court.
How probate works in Lee County
Here's how a probate case usually moves in Lee County. Knowing where you are on this timeline tells you how much room you have to sell.
Open probate
A petition is filed in the probate division of the Lee County Circuit Court (20th Judicial Circuit). The court decides between summary administration and formal administration.
Summary or formal
Summary administration is available if the estate subject to administration (less exempt property) is $75,000 or less, or the person died more than two years ago (s. 735.201).
Personal representative
In formal administration the court issues Letters of Administration naming the personal representative, who can then act for the estate.
Creditor period
Notice to creditors is published; most claims must be filed within 3 months of first publication (s. 733.702).
Sell the house
If the will grants a power of sale, the personal representative can usually sell; otherwise the court may need to approve it. Protected homestead follows special rules.
Selling an inherited or probate house in Lee County
Hurricane Ian made landfall in Lee County in 2022. Fort Myers Beach, Cape Coral and Sanibel saw catastrophic surge, and many damaged homes are still subject to the FEMA 50% substantial-damage rule.
We buy inherited and probate houses throughout Lee County, including Cape Coral, Fort Myers and Lehigh Acres, and in unincorporated areas.
City pages: Fort Myers
| County | Lee County, Southwest Florida |
|---|---|
| County seat | Fort Myers |
| Court for probate cases | Lee County Circuit Court (20th Judicial Circuit) |
| Official records & court sales | Lee County Clerk of Court |
| Property taxes | Lee County Tax Collector |
| Where we buy | Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres |
Is selling right for your Lee County house?
Selling to us is one option, not the only one. Lee County homeowners in this spot usually weigh move in or keep it, rent it out, list with an agent and sell for cash as-is. We'll tell you honestly if another option fits better.
Compare every option in the Florida guide →- The house is full of belongings
- Heirs live out of state or disagree
- Taxes and insurance keep coming
- The house needs repairs nobody wants to fund
Three steps. Your schedule.
Selling to us takes three steps, and you control the timing of every one.
Tell us about the house
Share the address and a few details online or by phone. It takes about two minutes and costs nothing.
Get a written cash offer
We review the property and recent nearby sales and send a no-obligation cash offer, usually within 24 hours.
Pick your closing date
Close in as little as 7 days through a Florida title company, or pick a later date. We cover normal closing costs.
What Lee County homeowners ask about probate
What is summary administration in Florida?
A shorter probate process for estates of $75,000 or less (not counting exempt property) or where the person died more than two years ago (s. 735.201, Fla. Stat.).
Do I have to clean out the house first?
No. We buy inherited houses with the contents. Take what you want and leave the rest.
Where is probate opened for a Lee County house?
If the owner lived in Lee County, probate is opened in the probate division of the Lee County Circuit Court (20th Judicial Circuit). If they lived elsewhere in Florida it's opened in that county, and out-of-state owners need ancillary administration in the county where the house sits.
Do you buy houses in every part of Lee County?
Yes — including Cape Coral, Fort Myers and Lehigh Acres, the county seat of Fort Myers, and unincorporated areas.
Which court handles probate cases in Lee County?
The Lee County Circuit Court (20th Judicial Circuit). The Lee County Clerk of Court keeps the official records and runs court-ordered sales.
How fast can you close in Lee County?
As little as 7 days after you accept, using a Florida title company. If you need more time, we'll set the date that works for you.
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Get your no-obligation cash offer on your Lee County property.
Two minutes to submit, a written offer within 24 hours, and the closing date you choose. Nothing to fix, nothing to list.