Summary answer: Yes, you can sell a house with a tenant still living in it in Springfield, but it narrows your buyer pool toward investors willing to take on the existing lease, since most owner-occupant buyers here want a vacant, move-in-ready home.
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Your two realistic paths
| Approach | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Sell with tenant/lease in place | No move-out coordination needed | Narrows your buyer pool significantly — most VA buyers want a vacant home |
| Coordinate tenant move-out before listing | Opens your listing to the full buyer pool | Requires proper notice |
What Virginia law requires around notice
Virginia landlord-tenant law sets specific notice requirements depending on your lease terms.
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