With 29 active buying counties, Bailey Buys is one of the most active direct land buyers in North Carolina. We purchase vacant parcels across the Piedmont Triad, the Triangle corridor, the Charlotte metro suburbs, and Eastern NC’s coastal plain counties. North Carolina has a significant volume of land tied up in estates and informal family arrangements — and we’re experienced at working through those situations to reach a clean, efficient closing.
Where We Buy in North Carolina
Largest North Carolina counties by population
- Wake County
- Mecklenburg County
- Guilford County
- Forsyth County
- Durham County
- Cumberland County
- Buncombe County
- Union County
- Johnston County
- Cabarrus County
We buy land across all of North Carolina, rural or suburban. These are the state’s largest counties by population (U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimates). Call 214.890.6159 to talk about yours.
What North Carolina Landowners Say
“I was shocked on how the process worked. As an investor I’m used to handling the entire process. This is the first time I got a deal done this way and it was very easy! I’m Happy!”
— John Jones — North Carolina
“This was a very straightforward process. I got my money in a timely manner!”
— Joseph D. — North Carolina
“I like the service provided by the team. The funding worked with no issues.”
— Shannon S. — North Carolina
Selling land in North Carolina: common questions
Where in North Carolina do you buy land?
Across all of North Carolina, rural or suburban. The ten largest by population are Wake County, Mecklenburg County, Guilford County, Forsyth County, Durham County, Cumberland County, Buncombe County, Union County, Johnston County and Cabarrus County, but we buy rural land across the whole state too.
How fast can I sell my land in North Carolina?
Tell us about your land and we’ll send a straightforward written offer, usually within one business day. Once you accept, most sales close in 30 to 45 days, depending on title work.
Who handles the closing?
In North Carolina, closings typically go through a real estate attorney, working with an independent title company. You’re paid at closing.
Do I pay a realtor commission?
No. We buy directly, so there is no realtor commission or listing fee. You can sell the land as-is, with no clearing or cleanup.
Can you buy inherited land or land with back taxes in North Carolina?
Often, yes. We work with the title company on heirs’ property, liens and back taxes, and resolve them when possible as part of the sale.
Do you buy land near Charlotte or the Triangle?
Yes. We actively purchase land in Union and Lincoln counties near Charlotte, and in Johnston, Harnett, Lee, and Moore counties in the Triangle and Sandhills corridor.
Can you help with land that has no clear deed or has been in the family for generations?
Yes. Generational land ownership without formal paperwork is common in North Carolina. We work with the title company to find the right legal path — whether that’s probate, an affidavit of heirship, or another mechanism.