We Buy Houses in Villa Park, IL

Who's writing this guide?

I’m Brad Esposito with Family Property Buyers in St. Charles. If you’re thinking about selling a Villa Park house, here’s what the Village and county ask of a seller, 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 Villa Park?
• •Does Villa Park require an inspection to sell a house?
• •Is the Salt Creek Sanitary District bill part of my Village bill?
• •When is the final water reading in Villa Park?
• •How fast can I get an offer?

What is Villa Park’s Certificate of Compliance?

The Village’s utilities page says a Certificate of Compliance is required on the sale or transfer of title of any property in Villa Park. Public Works inspects to confirm there are no illegal stormwater connections to the sanitary sewer. Call Public Works at (630) 834-8505 to book it. The fee is $50, paid in cash, cashier’s check or money order; personal and business checks aren’t accepted.

How should a Villa Park seller plan the inspection?

Book it with Public Works as soon as you have a closing date, and make sure someone can let the inspector in. Per the utilities page, the inspection is about stormwater, so it helps to know where your sump pump discharges and where your downspouts drain. Bring the $50 in an accepted form, and keep the certificate with your closing papers for your attorney.

How do I close out my water account?

Per the utilities page, a final meter reading happens on the day of closing. You request it on the closing bill request form, either at the Finance Department in Village Hall, 20 S. Ardmore Avenue, or online. Have your account number, the name on the account, the service address and a forwarding address ready. The Village bills water, sewer and refuse monthly, due within 20 days.

Why do I get a second sewer bill?

The utilities page explains that Salt Creek Sanitary District bills separately, quarterly, based on the water use the Village reports. It isn’t part of the Village. Their number is 630-832-3637. Plan for that last bill to arrive after you move, and make sure they have a forwarding address.

What if the home is a rental?

The Village’s utilities page says that when a unit isn’t owner-occupied, the tenant pays a security deposit, $150 per single-family home or per unit in a multi-family building. If you’re selling with tenants in place, talk to an Illinois attorney about your leases before you sign anything.

Who handles my property taxes and deed?

Villa Park 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 Villa Park?

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 happens if you reach out to us?

1. Tell me about the house. Use the form, call or text (331) 422-3828, or email [email protected].
2. We look at the house together, in person or by phone.
3. 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.
4. If you say yes, we close on your timeline.

Who would you be working with?

Family Property Buyers is based in St. Charles. If you want the step-by-step version first, read how it works.

Call or text (331) 422-3828 · [email protected] · 200 W River Dr, St. Charles, IL 60174

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