You bought a rental to build wealth, and somewhere along the way it started costing you instead. Central Valley REI buys rental properties across Bakersfield and Kern County for cash, as-is, with tenants in place, no commissions, and no fees.
- No commissions or fees
- Cash offer in 24 hours
- Buy with tenants in place
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- Fair cash offer in 24 hours
- We buy in any condition
- Local Bakersfield Team
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Selling a Rental Property Across Bakersfield and the Central Valley
Tired of being a landlord? We buy rental property across Bakersfield, Kern County, and the Central Valley, tenants and all. You do not have to handle an eviction, chase a turnover, or wait for a lease to end. We buy occupied or vacant, as-is, and close on your timeline.
Coming up on the lending side and flipping 75+ houses means we know how to read a rent roll, a lease, and the title work. The sale closes clean, without surprises for you or your tenants.
We Get the Tired Landlord Situation
Being a landlord in Bakersfield was supposed to be straightforward. But a problem tenant, a unit that needs a new HVAC, a property manager who stopped returning calls, or just the reality of holding a property for years longer than you planned can wear anyone down. This is a business decision, and you are allowed to be done.
We have helped Kern County landlords sell rentals in all kinds of shape. Some had good tenants who wanted to stay. Some had units in rough condition after years of deferred maintenance. Some had non-paying tenants and were halfway through the eviction process. We buy them all.
How It Works
Here is how the process works from first call to closing.
Step 1: Talk to Us
Tell us about the rental, how many units, what the tenant situation looks like, and any big repair issues you know about (about 15 minutes).Step 2: Get a Cash Offer
We factor in the real Bakersfield rental market, the home's condition, and any needed repairs, and we explain every number.Step 3: Pick Your Closing Date
Close in as little as 7 days, or take 30 to 60 days to sort things out on your end.Step 4: We Handle the Rest
We take care of title, paperwork, and tenant notifications per California law so you don't manage another detail.What You Are Actually Dealing With (and What Happens at Closing)
When you sell a rental property in California, the lease transfers to the new owner. The tenant does not lose their home, and you do not have to evict anyone before you close. The buyer steps into your shoes as landlord, and your obligation to the tenant ends at closing. If your tenant is month-to-month, the situation is a bit more flexible, but a sale is still straightforward.
If a tenant has not paid rent in months, or you are already in the middle of a formal unlawful detainer filing, that does not stop a sale. We buy properties in that exact situation. The outstanding rent dispute and any ongoing legal process transfers with the property, or we factor it into our offer and handle it ourselves post-close. Rental properties also age differently than owner-occupied homes, and we buy rentals with old appliances, dated kitchens, neglected landscaping, deferred roofs, and anything else that comes with years of occupancy.
- Lease transfers to the buyer at closing, no eviction required
- Problem or non-paying tenants do not prevent a sale
- We buy as-is, including properties with deferred maintenance
Your Options
There are really three ways to exit a Bakersfield rental, and they are not equal.
Sell With Tenants in Place (Cash Buyer)
- Pro: Fastest and least disruptive, no evictions or repairs required.
- Con: Cash offer is below what a vacant, renovated home would fetch on the open market.
Wait Out the Lease, Then List With an Agent
- Pro: Open market may get you closer to full retail price.
- Con: You carry the property for additional months, deal with a possible vacancy, and make repairs before listing.
Pursue Eviction, Then List
- Pro: Can make sense if the property is in great shape and the numbers work.
- Con: Eviction in California can take two to four months or longer, plus legal fees, then repairs and a listing timeline on top.
Hold It and Keep Managing
- Pro: Keeps the asset if the market improves and cash flow recovers.
- Con: Ongoing maintenance costs, management headaches, and no guaranteed exit date.
> $1,380 to $1,580 > Average monthly rent in Bakersfield as of mid-2026, about 26 percent below the national average, which squeezes margins on tired rentals. *(Sources: RentCafe and Zillow rental market trends, 2026)*
See How We Compare
| Feature | Our Cash Offer | Listing With an Agent | Hold It and Keep Managing | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Timeline | As little as 7 days | Months: wait or evict, then repairs, then 33-47 days on market | Indefinite, no exit date | | Tenant Situation | Sell with tenants in place | Tenant must be out first | You manage it ongoing | | Repairs | None, sold as-is | Usually required before listing | Ongoing, on your dime | | Fees or Commissions | Zero, we cover closing costs | About 5 to 6 percent | Ongoing management costs | | Certainty | Firm offer, set date | Depends on market and buyer financing | No exit date, no certainty |
Serving Bakersfield & Kern County
We work with landlords across Bakersfield and cities throughout Kern County. If your rental is in Kern County, reach out. You can sell your house fast in Bakersfield in any condition, tenants and all. See how our process works or contact us to get started.
- Oildale
- East Bakersfield
- Rosedale
- Delano
- Shafter
- Arvin
- Lamont
- Fresno
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to evict my tenants before I can sell my rental property in Bakersfield?
No. You can sell with tenants in place. Under California law, the lease transfers to the new buyer at closing. Your tenants do not lose their home and you do not have to manage an eviction to complete the sale. We buy occupied rentals regularly.What if my tenant has not paid rent in months?
That does not prevent a sale. We have bought rentals mid-dispute and even mid-eviction filing. We factor the tenant situation into the offer and take it from there after closing. You do not have to see the eviction through.Will I get fair market value if I sell with tenants in place?
A cash offer on an occupied, as-is rental will be below what you would get listing a vacant, renovated home on the open market. What you trade off in price you often recover in time, avoided repairs, zero commissions, and not carrying the property for another six months. Whether that trade-off makes sense is your call, and we will help you think it through honestly.What happens to my tenant's security deposit when I sell?
At closing, any security deposit you are holding transfers to the buyer. It is a standard part of selling an occupied rental in California, and your closing team handles the mechanics through the title process.Do California's tenant protection laws affect my ability to sell?
California's tenant protections, including the Tenant Protection Act, travel with the property and apply to whoever owns it. They do not prevent a sale. If you or a buyer plan any occupancy changes after closing, confirm specifics with a California real estate attorney, as the rules vary by property type and local ordinance.Can I sell a multi-unit rental property, not just a single-family home?
Yes. We buy duplexes, triplexes, and small multi-unit properties in Kern County, not just single-family rentals. Call us with the details and we will go from there.How do you determine your cash offer on a rental?
We look at the property's condition, needed repairs, the local Bakersfield rental market, comparable sales in the area, and the tenant situation. We walk through the math with you on the call so you understand every line. No mystery numbers.How fast can you close, and do I pay anything to get an offer?
We can close in as little as 7 days when circumstances allow, or longer if you need more time. You pick the date. The offer is free, there is no obligation, and we do not charge fees or commissions at any point. We also cover normal closing costs, so the number we give you is the number you walk away with.Other Bakersfield Situations We Buy
- Sell a House As-Is
- Sell a Fire or Water Damaged House
*Sources: RentCafe, Zillow*
Ready to Stop Managing and Start Moving On?
Get a free, no-obligation cash offer from a local Kern County team today. Call, text, or fill out the form and we will get back to you same day.