Is your Blackpool property taking forever to sell?
After helping hundreds of homeowners since 2015, we’ve seen it all. We know the local market inside out. Our team understands what Blackpool sellers need for a quick house sale.
The average Blackpool home sits unsold for 168 days. That’s over five months of stress!
Property Buyers Today was started to change this frustrating system.
In this guide, we’ll reveal how to sell your house fast in Blackpool in just 7 days. You’ll discover the three proven methods that actually work. Plus, we’ll share the costly mistakes most sellers make.
No estate agent fees. No endless viewings. Just straight facts from years in the trenches.
- Three Main Ways to Sell Your House Fast in Blackpool
- Sell With Property Buyers Today In Five Easy Steps
- What's Happening with Houses in Blackpool
- Average Time to Sell Through Traditional Methods
- Why People Need Quick House Sales in Blackpool
- Why Sell With Property Buyers Today in Blackpool?
- Our Help with Blackpool House Problems
- Testimonials in Blackpool
- Blackpool Areas We Cover
- Blackpool Property Sale – Your Questions Answered
Three Main Ways to Sell Your House Fast in Blackpool
Estate Agents
The traditional route requires patience and investment:
- Average sale time: 6-9 months
- 1 in 3 transactions falls through
- Success depends on local market conditions & buyers can pull out
- You’ll face several costs:
- Commission fees (up to 3%)
- Conveyancing fees (up to £3,000)
- Potential home staging expenses
- Certificate renewal if needed (i.e. EPC certificate)
Property Buyers Today
When speed is your priority:
- Completion in as little as 7 days
- No chain complications
- Clear benefits:
- No estate agent fees
- Legal fees covered
- No viewings or negotiations
- Guaranteed completion date
- Trade-off: Expect up to 85% of market value (note- this can be similar to other options after fees and mortgage payments)
Good cash property buying firms (like Property Buyers Today) have funds available and make it hands off for you.
Property Auction
Going under the hammer offers fast, certain sales:
- Timeline: 3-4 months
- Exchange happens immediately when hammer falls
- Key considerations:
- Risk of selling for lower than you may think
- Allow 4-8 weeks until auction day
- Allow 28 days to complete purchase
- Entry fees apply (up to £1,000)
- Auction house commission (up to 6%)
- More specialised knowledge required
You can split these 3 main options into 6 individual paths. Check out what’s helpful and what’s not helpful about each method in the list underneath…
| Sale Method | Timeframe | Price Range | Fees | Hands-on Level | Additional Notes |
| Cash House Buyers | 7-28 days | 75-85% | None + legal fees covered | Minimal | Quickest most certain sale route |
| Traditional Auctions | 3-4 months | 75-90% | 2-3% + entry fee + legal fees | Medium | Exchange on auction day, in a physical auction house |
| Modern Method of Auction | 3-5 months | 75-90% | 2-3% + entry fee + legal fees | Medium | Online bidding, more flexible completion |
| Online Estate Agents | 4-7 months | 85-100% | Fixed fee i.e. £500-£1000 + legal fees | Very High | Self-manage viewings & marketing |
| Traditional Estate Agents | 6-9 months | 90-100% | 1-3% + VAT + legal fees | High | Regular viewings, negotiations |
| Assisted Sale (with or without cash advance) | ~12 months | 100% + | Mortgage payments deducted + renovation costs | Low | Can have partial upfront payment, buyer handles all refurb costs |
Sell With Property Buyers Today In Five Easy Steps
Whether you’re selling a family home, a former guest house, or a coastal investment property, our aim is to make the experience as straightforward as possible. We’ve removed the unnecessary complications that often come with traditional property sales, allowing you to focus on your next move while we take care of the details.
1. Fill in a form
Fill in your details on any form on this page to get started.
2. Receive cash offer
Within 24 hours, you will receive a cash offer on your property.
3. Agree sale
Once the sale is agreed, we’ll take care of the rest, including all fees.
- 1. Tell us about your property
- 2. We prepare your valuation
- 3. Confirm the details
- 4. We organise everything behind the scenes
- 5. Receive your payment
Provide some basic information about your Blackpool property, including its condition and your preferred timescale, through our online enquiry form or by calling us on 01522474700. We’ll also take the opportunity to understand your circumstances so we can tailor the process to your needs.
Our experienced team reviews your property’s location, condition and current market activity before producing a fair, no-obligation cash offer. Most valuations are completed within 24 hours.
If you’re happy with the offer, we’ll agree on the purchase price and work with you to choose a completion date that suits your plans. There’s no pressure and no obligation to proceed until you’re completely comfortable.
From instructing solicitors to coordinating the legal paperwork, we manage the entire purchase process on your behalf. Because we cover the legal fees involved in buying your property, there are fewer costs for you to worry about.
Once all legal formalities have been completed, the sale is finalised and your funds are transferred securely. Without lengthy chains or repeated negotiations, the process remains simple from beginning to end.
What’s Happening with Houses in Blackpool
Here’s what’s going on with houses in Blackpool:
- Houses cost more now: Houses in Blackpool cost more money than last year. This is good if you want to sell your house.
- Some places cost way more: Houses near the beach in Bispham cost lots of money. Houses further away, like South Shore, don’t cost as much.
- Families want to live by the sea: Lots of mums and dads want to buy houses in Blackpool so their kids can go to the beach every day.
- Selling takes ages: It takes about 5-6 months to sell your house the normal way. That’s really long!
- People rent houses to tourists: Some people buy houses and let holiday families stay in them when they visit Blackpool Tower. They make good money doing this.
- Everyone wants sea view houses: Houses where you can see the sea from your window are really popular because it’s like living in a holiday place all the time.
Average Time to Sell Through Traditional Methods
The normal way to sell in Blackpool takes a really long time:
Overall Average: 168 days from putting your house up for sale to getting the money
Extra Time Factors:
- Getting a mortgage approved: 44 days on average
- Legal paperwork: 8-12 weeks
- Chain delays: When other people’s house sales fall through, it can add months to your sale
With the housing market staying strong despite government tax changes, many Blackpool sellers are looking for faster ways to sell their houses.
Why People Need Quick House Sales in Blackpool
People in Blackpool want to sell their houses fast for many reasons:
- Moving for new jobs in Manchester or London, and must sell their house fast
- Might lose their home because they cannot pay for it after losing tourism jobs, and need to stop repossession
- Got a house from a family member who died in places like South Shore, which means selling probate property
- Have trouble with holiday renters who damage things or will not pay, making selling a tenanted property hard
- Getting divorced and need to sell the family home fast, so they are selling the house after divorce
- Stuck when other people pulled out of buying, leaving them with a broken property chain
- Old people want to move away from busy tourist areas
- Need money right away because of big bills or business problems
- Own houses with big problems that banks will not lend money for, making them an un-mortgageable property
- Have homes damaged by sea air or floods near the beach
- Want to move away from noisy party areas
Why Sell With Property Buyers Today in Blackpool?
Selling made simpler
Traditional property sales often involve multiple viewings, constant negotiations, and long periods of uncertainty. Our direct purchasing process removes much of that complexity, providing a clear and straightforward route to selling your property.
We adapt to your circumstances
No two homeowners are in the same position. Whether you’re selling an inherited property, a former holiday let, a rental investment or your family home, we’ll tailor our service around your situation rather than expecting you to fit a standard process.
No need to improve your property
Older coastal homes, guest houses, and properties affected by years of wear don’t need to be renovated before they’re sold. We’ll consider properties in virtually any condition, helping you avoid unnecessary expense.
Fewer people involved
Rather than dealing with estate agents, multiple viewings, mortgage lenders and buyers further up a chain, you’ll have one experienced team managing the purchase directly, making communication much easier.
Professional guidance throughout
Property transactions can raise plenty of questions, particularly when time is limited. Your dedicated property advisor will explain each stage clearly, provide regular updates, and remain available throughout your sale.
Backed by recognised industry standards
As members of the National Association of Property Buyers and working in accordance with The Property Ombudsman Code of Practice, we pride ourselves on providing an ethical, transparent service from beginning to end.
Helping you move on sooner
Whether you’re relocating, settling an estate, or simply ready for your next chapter, our goal is to remove as many obstacles as possible so you can move forward with confidence.
Our Help with Blackpool House Problems
Some houses in Blackpool are hard to sell. Here is how we help:
- Seafront Houses: Homes near the sea get hurt by salt air and storms. Other buyers worry about this, but we buy houses by the coast.
- Tourist Area Houses: Houses near the Tower and piers are very busy and loud. Other buyers do not like crowds, but we buy these homes.
- Old Guest Houses: These big old houses used to take in visitors, but need lots of work. We buy them as they are without you fixing anything.
- Flat Conversions: Big houses split into small flats are hard for banks to understand. We pay with our own cash, so no bank problems.
- Promenade Properties: Houses right on the seafront face wind and weather damage. We know about these seaside places.
- Party Areas: Some streets get very loud at night with visitors having fun. We make fair offers even in noisy spots.
- Flood Risk Areas: Places where sea water can come in during big storms scare many buyers. We still buy houses in these areas.
Testimonials in Blackpool
Old Hotel House in Bispham Background
James got his uncle’s old guest house when his uncle died. It used to be a hotel where tourists stayed, but someone turned it into a normal family house. James lived far away in Scotland and couldn’t look after it.
Problems:
- The old hotel’s heating was broken and cost a lot of money to fix
- James had to pay bills for a house he never used
- The house had problems because it used to be a hotel
- Three different house-selling people couldn’t sell it for 8 months
- The kitchen was too big because it used to feed hotel guests
How we helped:
- We bought the house in just 14 days
- We didn’t mind that it used to be a hotel
- We cleared out all the old hotel beds and furniture
- We sorted out all the paperwork
- James didn’t have to come down from Scotland at all
What James said: “My uncle’s old hotel house was giving me headaches because I live so far away. Property Buyers Today understood that it used to be a guest house and still wanted to buy it. Now I don’t have to worry about it anymore.”
Family Moving to Dubai
The Thompson family got amazing news – Dad got a brilliant new job in Dubai! But they only had 6 weeks to move to the other side of the world, and they needed to sell their house first.
Problems:
- They had to be on a plane to Dubai in 6 weeks or Dad would lose his job
- The family who wanted to buy their house couldn’t get money from the bank
- House-selling people said it would take 3-4 months to find a new buyer
- They might have to say no to the amazing Dubai job
- All their moving plans depended on selling the house quickly
How we helped:
- We said we’d buy their house in just 2 days
- We made sure everything was finished before they flew to Dubai
- We worked with the people packing their stuff for Dubai
- We turned off all their gas and electricity after they left
- We finished buying it while they were already in Dubai
What the Thompson family said: “When the other family couldn’t buy our house, we thought Dad would lose his brilliant Dubai job. Property Buyers Today saved the day! Now we’re living in a sunny place with camels and having the best adventure ever.”
House Damaged by Sea Storms Background
Patricia had a nice bungalow near the sea in Anchorsholme. But big winter storms made seawater come into her house and damaged everything inside.
Problems:
- The insurance company wouldn’t pay to fix the water damage
- The house went moldy and smelly after 6 months
- No house-selling people would help because of the storm damage
- Fixing everything would cost £25,000 to £40,000
- Patricia was getting sick from worry and stress
How we helped:
- We bought the bungalow even though storms had damaged it
- Patricia didn’t have to fix anything
- We bought it in just 12 days
- We talked to the insurance people instead of Patricia
- We put boards on the windows to keep it safe
What Patricia said: “After the big storms broke my house, I thought I’d be stuck with it forever. The insurance people were being mean, and nobody else wanted to buy a broken house. Property Buyers Today didn’t care about the damage and helped me buy a lovely new flat away from the scary storms.”
Blackpool Areas We Cover
Property Buyers Today operates across all of Blackpool and the surrounding areas. Our extensive experience in the region means we understand the specific characteristics of each location:
Central Blackpool
Town Centre, South Shore, Central Drive, Promenade
Known for: Seafront properties, converted hotels, holiday lets, entertainment venues
Our approach: Coastal property expertise, holiday let valuation knowledge
North Blackpool
Bispham, Anchorsholme, Cleveleys, Fleetwood
Known for: Residential areas, family homes, quieter locations, retirement properties
Our approach: Family home expertise, retirement property understanding
South Blackpool
Squires Gate, Starr Gate, St Annes Road, Airport area
Known for: Mixed housing, proximity to airport, good transport links, newer developments
Our approach: Transport link expertise, mixed development knowledge
East Blackpool
Marton, Great Marton, Peel, Layton
Known for: Suburban areas, family homes, good schools, inland properties
Our approach: Suburban expertise, family-focused valuation
Surrounding Areas
St Annes, Lytham, Thornton, Poulton-le-Fylde
Known for: Premium areas, period properties, golf courses, affluent neighborhoods
Our approach: Premium market expertise, heritage property knowledge
For every Blackpool area, we provide:
- Area-specific market knowledge
- Local completion timelines
- Location-appropriate valuations
- Understanding of coastal property challenges
- Knowledge of tourism’s impact on property values