We Buy Houses in Addison, IL

Yes. We buy houses as-is in Addison. Before the Village issues its transfer stamp, it wants a sewer compliance certificate, a permit release and a paid final water bill. You don’t need to fix or clean anything first.

Last reviewed: October 2026, by Brad Esposito

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Who's writing this guide?

I’m Brad Esposito with Family Property Buyers in St. Charles. If you’re thinking about selling an Addison house, here are the Village and county steps in plain terms. I buy houses directly from owners, in any condition, including 2 to 4 unit buildings. You get a written cash offer within 24 hours of our first visit or meeting, and we close on your timeline.

Which question brought you here?

Do you buy houses in Addison?
Who pays the Addison transfer stamp?
Does Addison require a sewer inspection to sell?
When is the Addison final water reading?
How fast can I get an offer?

Does Addison charge a transfer tax?

Yes. The Village’s real estate transfers page says buying the stamp is the buyer’s responsibility, at $2.50 per $1,000 of the purchase price. If the stamp is lost, it has to be bought again at full price.

What is the sewer compliance certificate?

Per the transfers page, you need a certificate of sewer compliance dated no more than six months before closing. Call Community Development at (630) 693-7530 to set the inspection, at least two weeks before closing. Older sewer lines are a common surprise, so it’s worth booking early.

What is the permit release?

The same page requires a permit release showing no open building permits or inspection fees, also through Community Development at (630) 693-7530. A permit release is only valid for two months.

How does the final water reading work in Addison?

The seller calls Water Billing at (630) 693-7570 to schedule a final reading as soon as the closing date is set; the reading happens 24 hours before closing, according to the transfers page. The final bill is ready by noon the business day before closing and must be paid before the stamp is issued. The Village can’t issue that final bill until the buyer pre-registers for water and sewer service.

What paperwork does my attorney send the Village?

The transfers page says the seller’s attorney provides a copy of the state transfer declaration (PTAX-203 or 203-A) and a copy of the drafted deed, which can be emailed to [email protected]. Exempt transfers, such as quitclaim deeds or deeds into a trust, still need a $0 stamp, a $50 processing fee and the same sewer, permit and water steps.

What if I rent out the property?

Per the Village’s water billing page, renters pay a $100 escrow that’s credited back on their final bill. Bills are issued every two months and include garbage, water and sewer; they’re due 21 days after the billing date, with a 10% penalty on the water and sewer portion if late.

Who handles my property taxes and deed?

Addison is in DuPage County. The DuPage County Treasurer collects property taxes and runs the annual tax sale, the county’s township assessor directory shows your township assessor, and the DuPage County Recorder’s FAQ explains recording.

Do you buy 2 to 4 unit buildings in Addison?

Yes. We buy 2 to 4 unit buildings as well as single-family houses, as-is. If the building has tenants, tell me about the leases when we talk, and talk to an Illinois attorney about what the leases require before you sign anything.

Should I sell to you or list with an agent?

Here’s an honest comparison:

Listing usually wins when the house is in good shape, you have time, and you want the highest possible price.
Selling to us may fit when the house needs work you don’t want to do, you’re behind on payments, or you need a set closing date.
Costs. Selling directly to us means you don’t list with an agent, and we can often cover closing costs. We explain every cost up front, before you sign anything.

If listing is the better choice for your house, I’ll tell you.

What if selling is the cleaner path?

You don’t have to fix anything first.

We buy as-is: no showings, no repairs needed. Selling directly to us means you don’t list with an agent.

We can often cover closing costs. We explain every cost up front, before you sign anything.

How do you check out any cash buyer before you sign?

Get the offer in writing. It should show the price and who pays which costs.
Read the whole contract. Ask about any line you don’t understand before you sign.
Have your own attorney. An Illinois real estate attorney can review the contract for you.
Check that the business is registered. You can look it up on the Illinois Secretary of State business search.
Don’t pay upfront fees. You shouldn’t have to pay anyone just to sell your house.
Ask about your right to cancel. Illinois law gives owners behind on a mortgage or taxes extra protections in some sales. An attorney can tell you what applies to you.

This is general information, not legal advice. Talk to an Illinois attorney about your situation.

What happens if you reach out to us?

Tell me about the house. Use the form, call or text (331) 422-3828, or email [email protected].
We look at the house together, in person or by phone.
You get a written cash offer within 24 hours of our first visit or meeting. There’s no obligation. Show it to your attorney or family before you decide.
If you say yes, we close on your timeline.