We Buy Land in Arizona

Selling inherited land in Arizona requires going through the probate process first. Arizona probate usually takes 4-8 months for informal probate, though formal probate can take longer. Once probate is done and you have clear title, you can sell the property. Many heirs choose to work with cash land buyers to avoid the extra time and cost of listing with a realtor. We help people with inherited property work through the process and can often start talking during probate to make sure we close quickly once you have legal right to sell. Arizona’s probate rules can be tricky, especially for out-of-state heirs, so having a buyer who knows the process makes everything easier.

Arizona land values change a lot by location and features. An acre near Phoenix, Tucson, or Scottsdale can be worth $10,000 to $100,000 or more, while an acre in remote parts of rural Arizona might be worth $500 to $3,000. Key things include: how close to growing metro areas like Phoenix, Tucson, or Flagstaff, distance from major highways, road access (paved vs. unpaved vs. no access), water rights and availability, zoning rules, and whether utilities are nearby. Land near cities costs more, while rural desert land or properties without water typically sell for much less. Online guesses rarely account for Arizona-specific challenges like water rights, desert conditions, and access issues, so it’s best to get a price from someone who knows the local market.

The best way depends on your timeline and goals. Traditional realtors can list your land on the MLS, but vacant land often sits for 1-3 years and usually sells for 20-40% below asking price… if it sells at all. Many Arizona landowners choose to sell directly to cash land buyers for a faster, more certain result. This works especially well if your property is in the desert, has water issues, is landlocked, lacks utilities, or has title problems. Cash buyers close in 30-60 days and handle all paperwork, saving you months of waiting and thousands in holding costs like property taxes, maintenance, and potential liability. If you’re not in a hurry and your land has strong features (utilities, paved access, good location near Phoenix or Tucson), listing might get a higher price – but expect a much longer wait.

In Arizona, buyer demand focuses in specific areas. Growth corridors around Phoenix, including the West Valley cities like Surprise, Goodyear, and Buckeye, see strong interest, as do properties within 30 miles of Tucson and growing areas in Maricopa and Pinal Counties. The I-10 corridor through Phoenix and Tucson attracts steady demand. Properties near Prescott, Sedona, and Flagstaff command premium buyer interest. Northern Arizona from Flagstaff to the White Mountains draws buyers looking for cooler climates and mountain areas. However, remote desert parcels in counties like La Paz, Mohave, Yuma, and far corners of Coconino County face much smaller buyer pools. Properties with no water rights, severe access restrictions, or far from major job centers can sit unsold for years. That’s why many landowners in less popular areas choose to sell to investors rather than waiting for a retail buyer who may never come.

Arizona has state income tax, which means you’ll owe both federal and Arizona state capital gains tax when you sell land. Federal capital gains tax is either 0%, 15%, or 20% depending on your income level and how long you owned the property. Arizona state capital gains tax is treated as regular income and taxed at your state income tax rate (currently 2.5% to 4.5% depending on income). However, if you inherited the land, you likely got a “step-up in basis” to the property’s value at the date of death, which can greatly reduce or remove your capital gains tax burden. To figure your gain, subtract your basis (what you paid or inherited value) and any selling costs from your sale price. Every situation is different, so talk with a tax professional to understand your specific federal and state tax. The good news: when you sell to us, we cover all closing costs, so you won’t have extra out-of-pocket costs at closing.

 Arizona allows property owners to sell land without a realtor – this is called “For Sale By Owner” or FSBO. You’re not required to use an agent or attorney, though many sellers find legal help useful for title work and contracts. Arizona law requires certain disclosures about the property’s condition, water availability, and any known problems. You must make sure you have clear title and satisfy any existing liens or mortgages before transfer. Arizona uses both title companies and attorneys for closings depending on the county. When you sell to cash land buyers like us, we handle all the legal requirements, work with trusted Arizona title companies and real estate attorneys, and make sure everything is done properly according to Arizona law. You’ll never need to worry about handling complex paperwork, water rights paperwork, or legal requirements – we take care of it all.