Los Angeles County · Palmdale
Sell Your Commercial Property In Palmdale, CA
We are an active buyer of Palmdale commercial rental properties with five or more units, whether the building is fully leased, half vacant, or overdue for renovation.
- Clear feedback on your deal, typically within 48 hours
- 5 to 100+ units, stabilized or distressed, listed or off-market
- Owners, agents, and brokers welcome — every conversation is confidential
We buy:Tired landlordsEstate & trust sales1031 exchangesDeferred maintenanceHigh vacancyPartnership splits
Where We Look: Rancho Vista · Desert View Highlands · East Palmdale · Lake Los Angeles — Los Angeles County, CA
The Palmdale Market
What Drives Rentals In Palmdale
Palmdale, CA is a Los Angeles County city of 164,634 residents, where renters occupy 33.8% of homes and median gross rent is $1,802 a month under ACS 2020-2024. Owners planning to sell commercial property in Palmdale, CA should price against that rent level and a $20,000 base annual tax on a $2,000,000 assessment.
This profile gathers Census, HUD and Los Angeles County data for Palmdale, plus California landlord rules and the transfer tax. Palmdale's median household income is $81,770, and 5,996 of its homes sit in buildings with 5 or more units.
Air Force Plant 42
Plant 42 is the Antelope Valley's second-largest employer, home to Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman.Palmdale Regional Medical Center
Palmdale Regional Medical Center reported 184 beds in the state's 2024 hospital reporting period.Metrolink and long commutes
Palmdale's Metrolink station has a free 750-space lot, and 29.6% of Palmdale workers commute 60 minutes or more.Our Buy Box
What We Buy In Palmdale
Asset Type
Multifamily, 5+ Units
Apartment buildings and income-producing residential.
Size
5 – 100+ Units
Sweet spot: 15–25 units.
Condition
Stabilized To Distressed
Value-add, mismanaged, and high-vacancy properties welcome.
Deal Types
Listed Or Off-Market
Direct-to-owner, pocket listings, portfolios.
Local Market Data
Palmdale Apartment Market
Figures gathered October 2026 from public market data.
Who rents in Palmdale
Renters occupy 33.8% of Palmdale homes under ACS 2020-2024, per Census table B25003. Los Angeles County stands at 54.1%.
Buildings with 5 or more units are 12.4% of Palmdale housing, about 5,996 homes, per Census table B25024. Palmdale's median year built is 1989, and 19.5% of homes predate 1980.
Rents and affordability in Palmdale
Palmdale's median gross rent is $1,802 a month under ACS 2020-2024, per Census table B25064. Los Angeles County is $1,954. Of Palmdale renters, 59.7% pay 30% or more of income on rent, per Census table B25070.
Owners who want to sell commercial real estate in Palmdale, CA can compare those rents with HUD's FY2027 figures for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area.
| HUD FY2027 FMR | Monthly rent |
|---|---|
| Efficiency | $2,151 |
| One-bedroom | $2,402 |
| Two-bedroom | $2,964 |
| Three-bedroom | $3,760 |
| Four-bedroom | $4,208 |
Property taxes in Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County applies California's 1% base rate plus voter-approved debt, per the State Board of Equalization. On a $2,000,000 assessed value, the base is $20,000 a year.
Palmdale School District debt levies for FY2025-26 total 0.096048%, or $1,920.96, per the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller. Together that is $21,920.96, before other debt levies that vary by tax rate area.
Anyone planning to sell commercial property in Palmdale, CA pays the county documentary transfer tax of $0.55 per $500, which is $2,200 on $2,000,000. The Registrar-Recorder lists special rates for five other cities, not Palmdale. Regular appeals are due November 30, per the Assessment Appeals Board.
Landlord rules that affect Palmdale apartments
- Security deposits are capped at one month's rent, with two months for small owners, and refunds are due within 21 days, per Civil Code 1950.5.
- A nonpayment notice gives three days, excluding weekends and judicial holidays, per Code of Civil Procedure 1161.
- Annual rent increases are capped at 5% plus inflation or 10%, whichever is lower, through January 1, 2030, per Civil Code 1947.12.
- After 12 months of occupancy, owners generally need just cause to end a tenancy, per Civil Code 1946.2.
What this means for a Palmdale owner
Palmdale's 5,996 homes in 5-plus-unit buildings sit in a market where 33.8% of households rent. Skyline Capital Investments buys apartment buildings with 5 or more units.
Owners ready to sell commercial property in Palmdale, CA can model value with the cap rate calculator. Those who plan to sell your apartment building in Palmdale can start at Sell My Apartment Building.
Good To Know
Pricing Your Building In Palmdale
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- Owners who sell commercial real estate in Palmdale, CA face a $1,802 median rent against $1,954 countywide.
- Selling commercial property in Palmdale triggers $2,200 county transfer tax on $2,000,000.
- Palmdale School District debt levies add 0.096048% to the 1% base tax in FY2025-26.
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Taxes & Rules For Palmdale Property
The California rules that shape any deal in Palmdale: what a sale costs in tax, how buildings are taxed, what landlords must follow, and how to defer gains.
Palmdale Seller FAQ
How do I sell commercial property in Palmdale, CA?
Gather your rent roll and operating figures, then compare them with Palmdale's ACS 2020-2024 median rent of $1,802. Skyline Capital Investments buys apartment buildings with 5 or more units, a category covering about 5,996 Palmdale homes, or 12.4% of the stock.
How much is property tax on a $2 million building in Palmdale?
The 1% base on a $2,000,000 assessed value is $20,000 a year. Palmdale School District debt levies for FY2025-26 add 0.096048%, or $1,920.96, for $21,920.96 before other debt levies that depend on the tax rate area.
What does it take to sell commercial real estate in Palmdale, CA?
Expect Los Angeles County's documentary transfer tax of $0.55 per $500, which is $2,200 on a $2,000,000 sale. Property is reassessed to market value on a change in ownership, per the State Board of Equalization.
Does California cap rent increases for Palmdale apartments?
Yes. Civil Code 1947.12 caps annual increases at 5% plus inflation or 10%, whichever is lower, through January 1, 2030. Housing with a certificate of occupancy issued in the previous 15 years is exempt from the cap.
What is the average rent in Palmdale, CA?
Palmdale's median gross rent is $1,802 a month under ACS 2020-2024, below $1,954 in Los Angeles County. Also, 59.7% of Palmdale renters pay 30% or more of income on rent, which matters when you sell multifamily property in Palmdale.
What if my Palmdale building has vacancies or deferred maintenance?
That is often where we add the most value. We buy buildings that need renovation, new management, or lease-up, and we account for that in our offer.
How does a sale to you work in Los Angeles County?
Send the address, unit count, and any financials. We give feedback, then a written letter of intent if it fits, followed by diligence and a closing date that works for you.
Can I sell rental property in Palmdale with tenants in place?
Yes. We buy apartment buildings with tenants in place and keep existing leases intact. As a commercial real estate buyer focused on 5+ unit properties, we underwrite the current rent roll as it stands.
What do I need to sell my apartment building in Palmdale?
An address and unit count are enough to start. A current rent roll and trailing twelve-month statement let us move to a written offer faster.
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