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Can I take my shed when I sell my house?
we built a new shed a couple years ago. it's really nice and we'd like to take it to our next property. so can we take the shed when we move?
Asked By Tom | Greenbrier, AR | 61 views | Selling | Created 2 months ago
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Christy Robinson
Keller Williams Realty Little Rock
Short answer: usually no—unless you plan ahead!
In Arkansas real estate, the rule comes down to whether the shed is considered real property (a fixture) or personal property.
When a shed is considered a fixture (and must stay)
A shed is typically treated as part of the property if:
It’s permanently attached (on a slab, footings, or anchored)
Utilities are run to it (electric, water, etc.)
It was intended to be a permanent improvement
A buyer would reasonably expect it to stay
If it checks those boxes, it legally conveys with the property when you sell—meaning you can’t remove it after going under contract.
When you can take the shed:
You can take it only if one of these applies:
The shed is not permanently attached (skids, sitting on blocks, movable)
AND you clearly disclose in writing that it does not convey
AND it is specifically excluded in the MLS listing and the purchase contract
Example exclusion language:
“Seller to retain and remove backyard storage shed prior to closing.”
Important timing note: You cannot decide later to take it.
Once a contract is signed without an exclusion, removing it could:
Breach the contract
Delay closing
Require compensation or replacement
Best practice-
If you want to keep it: Decide before listing
Exclude it clearly in the listing & contract
Consider removing it before showings to avoid confusion
In Arkansas real estate, the rule comes down to whether the shed is considered real property (a fixture) or personal property.
When a shed is considered a fixture (and must stay)
A shed is typically treated as part of the property if:
It’s permanently attached (on a slab, footings, or anchored)
Utilities are run to it (electric, water, etc.)
It was intended to be a permanent improvement
A buyer would reasonably expect it to stay
If it checks those boxes, it legally conveys with the property when you sell—meaning you can’t remove it after going under contract.
When you can take the shed:
You can take it only if one of these applies:
The shed is not permanently attached (skids, sitting on blocks, movable)
AND you clearly disclose in writing that it does not convey
AND it is specifically excluded in the MLS listing and the purchase contract
Example exclusion language:
“Seller to retain and remove backyard storage shed prior to closing.”
Important timing note: You cannot decide later to take it.
Once a contract is signed without an exclusion, removing it could:
Breach the contract
Delay closing
Require compensation or replacement
Best practice-
If you want to keep it: Decide before listing
Exclude it clearly in the listing & contract
Consider removing it before showings to avoid confusion
- 4 weeks ago
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