Can You Sell a House on Sims Mobile? Your Ultimate Guide
The short answer is a bit complex: while you can’t directly “sell” a house in Sims Mobile in the traditional sense, you can effectively relinquish ownership and move your Sims elsewhere. The game doesn’t offer a “sell house” button that gives you back Simoleons for the property itself. Instead, the mechanics focus on moving your Sims out, which essentially abandons the house. This guide will explore all the nuances of managing your Sims’ residences, moving, and everything you need to know about housing in Sims Mobile.
Understanding Housing Dynamics in Sims Mobile
Unlike the main Sims franchise on PC and consoles, Sims Mobile operates with a different economic model. You don’t accumulate wealth from selling physical assets like houses. The primary way to progress is through career earnings, completing events, and utilizing SimCash. Therefore, the “selling” concept is more about relocating your Sims and leaving their current home behind.
Instead of selling, the game encourages players to constantly improve and customize the homes they already have. You can always add new rooms, customize walls, or change decorations. These options, with continuous creative freedom, provide a better user experience for the players.
How to “Relinquish” a House in Sims Mobile
The most common scenario is wanting to relocate your Sims. Here’s how you effectively “relinquish” ownership of a house in Sims Mobile:
- Moving Out: The core mechanism is to simply move your Sims to a new lot. To do this, navigate to the Manage Worlds view. This is the bird’s-eye view of your town, showcasing all available lots.
- Selecting a New Home: Choose either an empty lot or a pre-built house. Empty lots provide a blank canvas for building your dream home, while pre-built houses offer immediate habitation.
- The Move: Tap on your desired household to move. Then, select “Move Household” and choose the new property. Once you confirm, your Sims will leave their old home, effectively making it vacant.
Important Considerations Before Moving
- Furniture: Remember that when you move, you take all your furniture and decorations with you. This is crucial because you aren’t selling the house itself but rather relocating your Sims and their belongings.
- Empty Lots: Moving to an empty lot means you start with nothing. Ensure you have enough Simoleons or SimCash to build at least a basic dwelling for your Sims.
- Pre-Built Homes: If you opt for a pre-built home, it might already have some furniture and decorations. You can sell these items if you don’t want them, providing a small income boost.
What Happens to the Old House?
Once you move your Sims out, the old house becomes vacant. It essentially resets, becoming available for other Sims to move in. You don’t receive any compensation for the structure itself.
Expanding Your Sims’ Horizons: Multiple Properties
One common question is whether Sims can own multiple houses. In Sims Mobile, a family can only actively reside in one house at a time. There’s no mechanism for owning multiple residential properties.
FAQs About Selling and Managing Houses in Sims Mobile
1. Can I get Simoleons back when I “sell” a house?
No, Sims Mobile does not allow you to get Simoleons back for the house itself when you move out. You only retain the value of the furniture and decorations you move with your Sims.
2. What happens to the house after I move my Sims out?
The house becomes vacant and available for other Sims to move in. It essentially resets to a default state, ready for a new family.
3. Can I own multiple houses in Sims Mobile?
No, Sims families in Sims Mobile can only actively reside in one house at a time. You can’t own multiple residential properties simultaneously.
4. How do I demolish a house in Sims Mobile?
While you can’t technically “demolish” a house, you can move your Sims out and leave the lot empty. If you want to rebuild from scratch, you can customize the rooms and layout to your liking.
5. Can I sell furniture separately in Sims Mobile?
Yes, you can sell individual pieces of furniture and decorations from your inventory. This is a good way to earn extra Simoleons.
6. How do I move a family in Sims Mobile?
Navigate to the Manage Worlds view, select the household you want to move, choose “Move Household,” and then select the new house or empty lot.
7. What is the maximum number of Sims that can live in a house?
The maximum number of playable Sims in a household is four. You can have additional non-playable Sims (NPCs) on the lot, but only four can be actively controlled.
8. Can I build a second story on my house in Sims Mobile?
Yes, you can build a second and even a third story. You need to unlock floor level permits by reaching certain levels or using SimCash.
9. How do I add a new room to my house?
Tap the Build/Buy icon, select the Build tab, and choose the Rooms category. Then, drag a room onto your Sims’ home site and resize it as needed.
10. Can I customize the walls and floors in Sims Mobile?
Yes, you can fully customize the walls and floors using the Build/Buy mode. There are various styles and colors available to suit your taste.
11. Can I visit my friends’ houses in Sims Mobile?
Yes, you can visit your friends’ houses by tapping on their names in your Game Friends list. This allows you to see their homes and Sims.
12. Can I have roommates in Sims Mobile?
Yes, you can have roommates, and these Sims can develop relationships with your playable Sims, including romantic ones.
13. How do I move a non-playable Sim out of my house?
Use the family portrait. Click on it, then click on the Sim you want to move out and choose the option to move them out.
14. Can Sims have multiple romantic partners in Sims Mobile?
While Sims can have multiple romantic interests, they can only have one official boyfriend/girlfriend at a time.
15. How do I get more Simoleons in Sims Mobile?
You can earn Simoleons by completing events, advancing in careers, selling items, and leveling up your Sims. You can also use cheats, though this might diminish the enjoyment of the game for some players. To cheat money on Sims, you need to activate the cheat console and type in “testingcheats true”, then type in “Money X” with the “x” being the amount you’d want in the account. For example: typing in “Money 145897” will make the household funds 145,897 exactly.
Mastering Housing in Sims Mobile
While the lack of a traditional “sell house” function might seem limiting, Sims Mobile offers a dynamic and engaging experience centered around customization and relocation. By understanding the mechanics of moving, furnishing, and expanding your homes, you can create a thriving and personalized world for your Sims. Remember, it’s not about selling; it’s about evolving!
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