Can you sell your house without a Realtor in Arizona? Yes. Arizona's licensing law, A.R.S. § 32-2121, exempts an owner selling their own property who doesn't receive special compensation for the sale. You can price, market, negotiate and close a sale yourself.
What you can't skip: federal lead-paint disclosure for pre-1978 homes, honest disclosure of known material facts, a properly drafted purchase contract, an affidavit of property value with the deed (A.R.S. § 11-1133) and a clean title and escrow process. As an agent, I'll give you the honest version, including where for-sale-by-owner sellers tend to get tripped up.
Data note: Requirements below summarize Arizona Revised Statutes §§ 32-2121, 32-2156, 11-1133 and 33-422 and the EPA's lead-based paint disclosure rule, read November 9, 2026. General information, not legal advice.
Selling By Owner in Arizona: Key Facts
- Legal: owners may sell their own property without a license (A.R.S. § 32-2121)
- Lead paint: pre-1978 homes need the EPA pamphlet, a disclosure, a Lead Warning Statement and a 10-day testing opportunity for the buyer, unless waived
- Unincorporated land: sellers of five or fewer parcels must deliver an affidavit of disclosure 7 days before transfer, and the buyer can rescind within 5 days (A.R.S. § 33-422)
- Deed recording: an affidavit of property value signed by buyer and seller (or their agents) accompanies the deed (A.R.S. § 11-1133)
- Stigma items: no liability for not disclosing deaths, felonies on the property or nearby sex offenders (A.R.S. § 32-2156)
Step 1: Price It Like an Appraiser Would
Overpricing is the most common FSBO mistake. Most buyers use financing, so the price has to hold up at appraisal. Pull recent closed sales of similar homes nearby, not active listings, and adjust for condition, size and lot. Our guide to what happens when an appraisal comes in low shows what's at stake.
Step 2: Prepare the Disclosures
Lead-based paint (homes built before 1978)
Under the EPA's disclosure rule, before a buyer signs a contract you must:
- Give them the Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home pamphlet
- Disclose any known lead-based paint or hazards and provide available reports
- Include a Lead Warning Statement in or attached to the contract
- Give the buyer a 10-day period to conduct a lead inspection or risk assessment. The buyer can waive it, or both parties can agree in writing to a different period
Known material facts
Arizona sellers commonly complete a Seller's Property Disclosure Statement (SPDS) covering roof, plumbing, water, pests, HOA, solar, insurance claims and more. Disclose what you know. Hiding a known defect is a common source of post-closing disputes. A.R.S. § 32-2156 spells out items you're not liable for leaving out: a natural death, suicide, homicide or other felony on the property, occupancy by a person with a disease not transmitted through common occupancy, and proximity to a sex offender.
Unincorporated county parcels
If your home sits on unsubdivided land in an unincorporated part of a county, A.R.S. § 33-422 requires an affidavit of disclosure at least seven days before transfer. It's recorded with the deed, and the buyer has five days to rescind after receiving it.
Step 3: Market It
- Professional photos and an accurate description of the property's features (describe the home, not who it's "for")
- A yard sign and online for-sale-by-owner listings. MLS exposure goes through a licensed broker, so a pure FSBO listing relies on other channels
- A plan for showings and screening. Ask buyers for a lender pre-approval or proof of funds
Step 4: Get the Contract Right
Your purchase contract should spell out the price, earnest money, financing, inspection and appraisal contingencies, the close-of-escrow date and what conveys with the house. A real estate attorney can draft or review it. See what stays with the house when you sell to avoid move-out-day surprises.
Step 5: Open Escrow and Close
Arizona sales typically close through a title and escrow company, which:
- Holds earnest money
- Orders the title search and pays off your mortgage and liens
- Prepares the deed and settlement statement
- Records the deed with the required affidavit of property value (A.R.S. § 11-1133)
Budget for seller-side costs such as title insurance, escrow fees and prorations. Our breakdown of closing costs for sellers in Arizona walks through them.
The Honest Tradeoffs
Selling by owner saves the listing-side commission. In exchange, you take on pricing, marketing, negotiating, contract drafting, deadline management and repair negotiations yourself. Many buyers will also arrive with their own agent, so plan in advance how you'll handle buyer-agent compensation.
“I respect sellers who want to do it themselves, and some do it well. When a for-sale-by-owner deal falls apart, the cause is usually a missed disclosure, a contract gap or a price that doesn't appraise, not marketing. If you go it alone, have an attorney review your contract and talk to a title company on day one.”
— Elizabeth Vijan, Tackett Team, eXp Realty
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell my house without a realtor in Arizona?
Yes. A.R.S. § 32-2121 exempts owners selling their own property without special compensation.
What disclosures are required when selling by owner in Arizona?
The lead-paint disclosure for pre-1978 homes, the § 33-422 affidavit for unincorporated parcels, and honest disclosure of known material facts, commonly on an SPDS.
Do I need a lawyer to sell my house by owner in Arizona?
It's not required, but an attorney's contract review is wise. Title and escrow handle the deed and payoffs.
What do I have to disclose when selling a house in Arizona?
Known material facts. A.R.S. § 32-2156 lists items you're not liable for leaving out, such as a death on the property.
Want a Second Opinion Before You Decide?
I'll give you a free pricing analysis and a plain-English comparison of selling on your own versus listing, so you can choose with real numbers.
Elizabeth Vijan | Tackett Team, eXp Realty
Scottsdale & Phoenix Real Estate Specialist
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Sources: A.R.S. § 32-2121: Licensing exceptions · A.R.S. § 32-2156: Real estate disclosure · A.R.S. § 11-1133: Affidavit of legal value · A.R.S. § 33-422: Land division disclosure affidavit · EPA: Real Estate Disclosures About Potential Lead Hazards
Disclaimer: General information only, not legal advice. Contract terms and disclosure duties depend on your property and transaction. Consult an Arizona real estate attorney. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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