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How to Sell an Inherited House in the Lehigh Valley

From the Register of Wills to closing day, here's how heirs and executors sell an inherited home in Pennsylvania, including as-is, with no cleanout.

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PA inheritance tax for a surviving spouse

4.5%

For children, grandchildren and parents

12% / 15%

For siblings / most other heirs

9 months

To file and pay; 5% discount within 3 months

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Revenue; county Registers of Wills. General information, not legal or tax advice.

The short answer

To sell an inherited house in Pennsylvania, the estate's executor or administrator usually gets authority from the county Register of Wills, then chooses how to sell.

The Jon Campbell Team at Real of Pennsylvania gives heirs three options: an as-is Immediate Buyout with no cleanout, Get Paid Twice at 90% of market value, or a traditional listing for top dollar.

Last updated October 2026.

From probate to closing

Five steps for executors and heirs.

Step 1

Get appointed

The executor or administrator obtains Letters from the county Register of Wills.

Step 2

Secure the house

Keep it insured, maintained and protected while the estate is open.

Step 3

Learn the value

A free home value review supports inheritance tax filings and your sale price.

Step 4

Choose how to sell

Compare an as-is buyout, Get Paid Twice and a listing with real numbers.

Step 5

Close and distribute

Sale proceeds go to the estate for taxes, debts and distribution to heirs.

Your options, side by side

Choose based on time, condition and how much you want to net.

	Immediate Buyout	Get Paid Twice	Traditional listing
Condition	As-is, no cleanout	As-is, no cleanup	Prep and repairs usually help
Showings	None	None	Yes
Price	Cash offer	90% of market value, plus upside share	Typically the highest
Best for	Speed and simplicity	As-is without a lowball offer	Estates with time and a ready home

Terms and conditions apply.

Ways to sell an inherited home

Immediate Buyout

A cash offer on your home as-is: no repairs, no showings, no commission, and a closing date you choose.

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Get Paid Twice

We buy your home as-is at 90% of market value, then you share in the upside when it sells.

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Traditional listing

Professional photos, video walkthroughs and virtual tours to get top dollar on the open market.

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Inherited home questions, answered

How do I sell an inherited house in Pennsylvania?

The executor or administrator usually needs court authority first: Letters Testamentary (with a will) or Letters of Administration (without one) from the county Register of Wills. Once that's in place, the estate can list the home, take a cash offer, or sell it as-is. An estate attorney can confirm what your estate needs.

Can I sell a house before probate is finished?

Often yes, once the personal representative has been appointed and has their Letters, even if the estate isn't fully settled. Some sales need consent from heirs or court approval, so check with the estate's attorney before signing an agreement.

What is Pennsylvania inheritance tax on a house?

Pennsylvania taxes inherited property at 0% for a surviving spouse, 4.5% for lineal heirs such as children, grandchildren and parents, 12% for siblings, and 15% for most other heirs. The tax is generally due within nine months of the death, with a 5% discount if paid within three months.

Do I have to clean out or fix up an inherited house before selling?

No. With the Jon Campbell Team's Immediate Buyout or Get Paid Twice, the home can be sold as-is with no repairs, no cleanup and no showings.

Will I owe capital gains tax when I sell an inherited house?

Usually less than you'd expect. Inherited property generally gets a stepped-up tax basis equal to its value at the date of death, so a prompt sale often produces little taxable gain. Talk to a tax professional about your situation.

I live out of state. Can I still sell the house?

Yes. The Jon Campbell Team can handle showings, offers and paperwork locally, and an as-is Immediate Buyout can reduce the number of trips you need to make.

The Jon Campbell Team is not a law firm. Please consult an estate attorney or tax professional about your situation.

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