How to Sell My House Fast in Texas
Here’s the thing: Most homeowners in Texas don’t realize they’re sitting on a ticking clock the moment they decide to sell.
On average, it takes nearly two months—58.2 days, to be exact—to list and close on a house here.
And that’s just the average. For some, it drags on even longer.
But, what if you don’t have that kind of time?
What if you’re facing a job relocation, a family situation, or you’re just tired of juggling mortgage payments on a vacant property?
Here’s the truth: You can sell your house fast in Texas—but only if you avoid the traps most people fall into.
Why Do Some Texas Homes Sit on the Market for Months?
Let’s start with the obvious: not every home sells off the market.
Have you ever driven through your neighborhood and noticed the same “For Sale” sign standing there month after month?
Why does that happen?
- Overpricing. Many sellers get emotionally attached to their asking price. The market doesn’t care what you think it’s worth; it only cares what buyers are willing to pay.
- Poor marketing. If your house isn’t where buyers are looking—think Zillow, Redfin, Realtor—you’re invisible.
- Condition issues. Even minor defects (a cracked walkway, dated fixtures) can turn off cash buyers looking for quick deals.
We’ve seen this firsthand.
A client in Dallas sat on a property for nearly six months. Once they adjusted the price by just 5% and spruced up the curb appeal, the home sold in 10 days.
Now, let’s break down how you can avoid that nightmare.
3 Ways to Sell Fast in Texas
1. The Cash Buyer Marketplace: Speed Meets Strategy
You might be tempted to call one of those “We Buy Houses” companies.
They’ll throw you a quick offer, sure—but often at 50% to 70% of what your home’s actually worth.
Here’s a smarter approach: list on a cash buyer marketplace like Houzeo.
Why?
- Your property gets blasted out to local and national investors—without you having to haggle with each one individually.
- It lands on the major platforms (Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com), where serious cash buyers actually browse.
In Houston, we saw a seller list their home for $350,000 on Houzeo. Within days, they had three competing cash offers—all close to asking price. One week later, they closed, no repairs required.
Bottom line?
You still sell fast, but you keep more of your equity intact.
2. Sell to an iBuyer (If It Makes Sense)
iBuyers like Opendoor and Offerpad work in Texas markets such as Dallas, Austin, and Houston.
They’ll give you a fast cash offer (usually within 48 hours) and can close in as little as two weeks.
But here’s the catch: iBuyers tend to lowball offers at around 80% of market value, especially if your home isn’t turnkey.
If you’re sitting on a modern, move-in-ready home and speed is your top priority, it might be worth considering.
But if your property needs repairs?
Or you don’t like leaving 20% (or more) on the table?
3. The “As-Is” Cash Buyer Route
Sometimes, you just need out—now.
For distressed properties or inherited homes in rough shape, companies like Camwood House Buyers will still make an offer within 24 to 48 hours.
It works if you’re pressed for time and don’t want to invest a dime in repairs.
Want to Sell Even Faster? Here’s What Most People Get Wrong
Selling fast isn’t just about who you sell to—it’s about how you position your property from day one.
1. Price it right (not low)
You don’t have to undercut the market, but you do need to price realistically.
Use a comparative market analysis (CMA) or an online estimator to see what homes like yours are actually selling for—not just listed at.
2. Clean up the small stuff
You’d be surprised how many sellers skip basic fixes like leaky faucets or chipped paint.
We worked with a San Antonio couple who spent just $1,500 on minor touch-ups—and shaved three weeks off their timeline thanks to increased buyer interest.
3. Respond like you mean it
Serious buyers move fast.
If you’re slow to reply to inquiries or showing requests, you’ll lose momentum—and offers.
Treat every lead like your next paycheck depends on it.
Because it does.
The Hidden Trick: Leverage Competition
Here’s a strategy few homeowners think about: create a bidding situation.
By listing your home on platforms that attract multiple cash buyers (instead of just going to one), you force them to compete.
The result?
Higher offers.
Faster deals.
In Fort Worth, one seller we worked with listed online and received two cash offers within 72 hours. By simply sharing that there was another offer on the table, they nudged the final buyer to up their price by $10,000.
The Takeaway: You Don’t Have to Sacrifice Equity for Speed
Most homeowners in Texas think selling fast means settling for less.
But that’s just not true—if you know how to play the game.
If you’re serious about selling quickly and maximizing your return, your next move is clear: get your house in front of multiple serious buyers—fast.
Avoid getting stuck in the “one offer trap” and let competition work in your favor.
So, here’s your next step: choose your strategy wisely, list smart, and watch how fast that “For Sale” sign turns into “Sold.”
