Boulder Multifamily Buyer
Sell Your Commercial Property In Boulder, CO
From The Hill to Gunbarrel, we buy Boulder multifamily and commercial apartment properties of 5+ units in every condition. Owners and agents get a straight answer on fit, usually within two business days.
- 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: The Hill · North Boulder · Gunbarrel · Table Mesa — Boulder County, CO
Market Snapshot
Renter Demand In Boulder
Boulder, CO is a majority-renter college city in Boulder County, Colorado. Renters occupy 52.8% of Boulder homes, per Census ACS 2020-2024, and median gross rent was $2,018 a month. HUD's FY2027 two-bedroom fair market rent for the Boulder, CO MSA is $2,033.
Owners who plan to sell commercial property in Boulder, CO hold scarce stock: rental vacancy was 4.3% in ACS 2020-2024. Skyline Capital Investments reviews 5+ unit buildings on The Hill and in North Boulder, Gunbarrel and Table Mesa.
University of Colorado Boulder
CU Boulder enrolled 38,808 students in fall 2025 and employed 10,630 faculty and staff, per its campus info card.Federal research labs
NIST's Boulder campus employs 560 people, plus 940 contractors and visiting associates, per NIST's Colorado page.Highly educated workforce
Of Boulder adults 25 and older, 76.8% hold a bachelor's degree, against 45.7% statewide, per ACS 2020-2024.Our Buy Box
What We Buy In Boulder
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
Boulder Apartment Market
Figures gathered October 2026 from public market data.
Who rents in Boulder
Renters occupy 52.8% of Boulder's 44,432 occupied homes, per Census ACS 2020-2024 tenure data. Boulder County sits at 38.0%. Buildings with five or more units hold 43.0% of Boulder's 47,465 units, per table B25024. Boulder's housing is older: 55.4% of units predate 1980, and the median year built is 1977, per table B25034.
Rents and affordability in Boulder
Median gross rent in Boulder was $2,018 a month in ACS 2020-2024, per table B25064. Of Boulder renters, 63.0% paid 30% or more of income, per table B25070. Rental vacancy was 4.3%, per the ACS housing profile.
| Unit size | HUD FY2027 FMR |
|---|---|
| Efficiency | $1,520 |
| One bedroom | $1,735 |
| Two bedroom | $2,033 |
| Three bedroom | $2,703 |
| Four bedroom | $3,146 |
Source: HUD Fair Market Rents documentation, Boulder, CO MSA, effective October 1, 2026. Owners who sell commercial real estate in Boulder, CO can show buyers rents close to HUD's two-bedroom rate.
Property taxes in Boulder County
A $2,000,000 Boulder apartment building owes about $11,458.68 a year at 2025 levies and 2026 rates. For 2026, the Boulder County Assessor applies 7.05% for schools and 6.8% for local governments after a $70,000 value reduction.
- Boulder Valley School District RE-2: 48.044 mills on $141,000 = $6,774.20
- Boulder County 24.046 and City of Boulder 11.648 mills on $131,240 = $4,684.48
Those levies come from Boulder County's 2025 mill levy changes by authority and Resolution 2025-059. Urban Drainage and Flood Control adds 0.9 mills where it applies. To sell commercial property in Boulder, CO, give buyers your tax district from the latest statement.
Landlord rules in Boulder
Boulder requires a rental license for every rental property, per the city rental licensing page. A license costs $190 and needs a rental inspection and SmartRegs energy compliance. A new owner must apply for a new license.
Colorado caps deposits at two months' rent under C.R.S. 38-12-102.5. C.R.S. 38-12-103 sets return within one month, or up to 60 days by lease. Nonpayment requires 10 days' written notice under C.R.S. 13-40-104. C.R.S. 38-12-301 bars Colorado cities from rent control.
What it means for an owner in Boulder
Boulder has a majority-renter base and an older stock: 55.4% of units predate 1980. Buyers will price SmartRegs status and license history alongside rents.
Before you sell commercial property in Boulder, CO, gather the rent roll, the rental license and the tax statement. Buyers also review twelve months of operating statements.
Skyline Capital Investments buys 5+ unit apartment buildings directly. Test your numbers with our cap rate calculator, then see how to sell your apartment building in Boulder.
Local Knowledge
Selling In Boulder
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- Boulder levies 11.648 mills in 2025; Boulder County levies 24.046 and Boulder Valley RE-2 48.044.
- Owners who sell commercial real estate in Boulder, CO face no local rent cap under C.R.S. 38-12-301.
- Before selling commercial property in Boulder, log SmartRegs and license dates, since 55.4% of units predate 1980.
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Taxes & Rules For Boulder Property
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Boulder Seller FAQ
How do I sell commercial property in Boulder, CO without listing it?
Assemble a rent roll with lease end dates, twelve months of income and expenses, your Boulder County tax statement and your city rental license. Include deposit records, since Colorado caps deposits at two months' rent. A direct buyer can then tour units and return terms privately.
What are property taxes on a Boulder apartment building?
For 2026, Boulder County applies 7.05% for schools and 6.8% for local governments after a $70,000 value reduction. At 2025 levies, a $2,000,000 Boulder building owes about $11,458.68 a year before special districts such as Urban Drainage and Flood Control.
Does a buyer need a new Boulder rental license?
Yes. Boulder requires a rental inspection to apply for a new license when ownership has changed. A license costs $190, and every long-term rental must meet the SmartRegs energy efficiency standard before the application is submitted.
What do buyers check when I sell commercial real estate in Boulder, CO?
Buyers start with building age, since Boulder's median unit dates to 1977. They compare your rents with the $2,018 city median and HUD's FY2027 two-bedroom rate of $2,033. To sell multifamily property in Boulder, document SmartRegs status, roofs and heating.
How deep is rental demand in Boulder?
Renters hold 52.8% of Boulder homes against Boulder County's 38.0%, and rental vacancy was 4.3% in ACS 2020-2024. CU Boulder enrolled 38,808 students in fall 2025. For owners selling commercial property in Boulder, that student base keeps demand steady.
Do I need to fix up my Boulder building before selling?
No. We price in deferred maintenance, vacancy, and below-market rents ourselves, so you can sell the property as it stands.
How does a sale to you work in Boulder 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.
Who buys occupied rental property in Boulder?
We do. Skyline Capital Investments is a commercial real estate buyer of 5+ unit multifamily, and we buy apartment buildings with tenants in place, including properties with below-market rents.
How fast can I sell my apartment building in Boulder?
Most owners get clear feedback within 48 hours of sending the address, unit count, and a rent roll. Closing is typically set around your timeline, including extra time for a 1031 exchange.
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