Estate Sales & Home Cleanouts in the Washington DC Area
If you are handling the home of a parent or loved one in Washington DC, Northern Virginia or Montgomery County, Maryland, we can put you in touch with a local estate sale company that knows the area.
Our service is free to families. Call (248) 692-9335 or fill out the form on this page.
We serve: Washington DC, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, McLean, Falls Church, Bethesda, Chevy Chase and Silver Spring.
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Things Families in Washington DC Should Know
- Many families we hear from live out of state. The company can visit the home by video and keep you updated by phone and email.
- Condos and co-ops often have building rules for sales and move-outs, such as booking the elevator. A good company works with the building manager.
- Row houses in the city have narrow stairs and little parking, so moving heavy furniture takes planning.
Before You Call
It helps to have this information ready:
- Who can sign for the estate (usually the executor or personal representative)
- The address of the home and how to get in
- When the house needs to be empty
- A list of things the family wants to keep
What Sells Well Here
Art and framed prints, Persian and oriental rugs, books, mid-century furniture, silver and china, and items collected from years of living or working abroad.
Probate Courts Near the Home
| Where the home is | Court |
|---|---|
| Washington, DC | Superior Court, Probate Division |
| Montgomery County, MD | Register of Wills |
| Arlington, VA | Circuit Court Clerk |
| Fairfax County, VA | Circuit Court Clerk |
General information only, not legal advice.
Common Questions in Washington DC
How much do estate sale companies charge in the Washington DC area?
Estate sale companies in the DC area typically charge a commission of 30% to 50% of the sale total and pay the family the rest. Empty the Home's referral service is free to families.
Do I need to live in the DC area to arrange an estate sale?
No. Many families we help in Washington DC, Northern Virginia and Montgomery County live out of state. A local company can visit the home by video, keep the keys and handle everything.
What sells well at estate sales in Washington DC?
Art and framed prints, Persian and oriental rugs, books, mid-century furniture, silver and china, and items collected from years of living or working abroad.
Can an estate sale be held in a DC condo or co-op?
Yes, but buildings often have rules for sales and move-outs, such as booking the elevator. A good local company coordinates with the building manager.