Newport, RI · Newport County
Can you sell a house with code violations in Newport, RI?
The fines don't stop while you think about it. They pile up, they add new ones, and every month takes another bite out of what the property is worth to you. We can buy it quickly, violations and all, so you stop the bleeding and keep your equity.
Yes. We buy Newport houses with open code notices, repair needs, or unsafe conditions. We buy houses as-is, in any condition — no repairs, no cleaning, no cleanout required to sell to us.
What we buy
We buy Newport houses with open notices, repair needs, or unsafe conditions as-is. You don’t need to fix or clean out the house before you call. Tell us what the notice says, and we’ll talk through the house with you.
What can affect closing
If you were served with a housing-code violation notice or order, Rhode Island allows you to sell before repairs only if you first give the buyer a true copy of every notice or order. Before the transfer, you also have to tell the code officer in writing that you intend to sell and include the buyer’s name and address. Hand-deliver that notice and get a receipt, or send it by registered or certified mail. The buyer is bound by the notice. (R.I. Gen. Laws §45-24.3-17.)
If violations remain, the code officer can issue a second notice. Once final, the notice is recorded with a civil penalty that grows over time; the notice and lien stay until the problems are fixed and the penalty is paid.
When you sell to us, we're the buyer, so the repairs become our job.
What happens next
Tell us about the house and what the notice says. We’ll talk through the condition and the notice with you.
We give written cash offers in 24 hours. You get a written offer and written terms before you commit, and we close through a title company.
Close as fast as 7 days when title and closing details allow.
Newport code and inspection help
Newport’s Department of Building & Inspections handles building, housing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits, inspections, and code questions.
Costs and questions
No fees. No agent commissions when you sell to us.
When you sell to us, we pay the closing costs, including Rhode Island's real estate conveyance tax.
Your mortgage, liens, back taxes, and share of current property taxes remain separate.
Compare possible selling costs with the Newport net-proceeds calculator →
Questions about selling with code violations
Can I sell a Newport house before fixing code violations?
If you were served with a housing-code violation notice or order, Rhode Island allows a sale before repairs only if you first give the buyer a true copy of every notice or order. Before the transfer, tell the code officer in writing that you intend to sell and include the buyer’s name and address. Hand-deliver that notice and get a receipt, or send it by registered or certified mail. The buyer is bound by the notice. (R.I. Gen. Laws §45-24.3-17.)
What our sellers say
“The house in Allentown was sitting empty for 2 years after my dad passed. getting code violations from the city. sold it to them for cash, no cleanup needed.”
“The house had some foundation issues and hadn't been updated since the 80s. I got quotes from contractors and the repair costs were going to eat everything I'd make listing it. USA Home Buyers bought it as-is. I'm glad I called.”
Talk with us about the house
We answer 24/7 at 888-274-5006. Tell us where the house is and what is going on with the notice.
We give written cash offers in 24 hours.
Takes 2 minutes. No obligation.