Derry Multifamily Buyer
Sell Your Commercial Property In Derry, NH
Own a commercial apartment building of five or more units in Derry? We purchase multifamily properties around Downtown Derry, East Derry, and the rest of Rockingham County, and we review every deal against a clear buy box.
- 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
Derry Submarkets: Downtown Derry · East Derry · Londonderry · Windham — Rockingham County, NH
The Derry Market
What Drives Rentals In Derry
Derry is a Rockingham County town of 34,116 residents, per ACS 2020-2024 data for the town (a Census county subdivision). Renters hold 29.8% of occupied homes in Derry, and 24.9% of housing units sit in buildings with five or more units. Median gross rent is $1,547 a month, against a $108,944 median household income. This profile uses Census, HUD, Town of Derry and New Hampshire statute sources to cover rents, the 2025 tax rate of $18.99 per $1,000, the 2026 revaluation and landlord rules for owners who want to sell commercial property in Derry, NH.
Parkland Medical Center
Parkland Medical Center in Derry employs more than 400 full-time and part-time staff, according to its About page.I-93 at Exit 4
Derry sits about one mile from I-93 Exit 4, 15 miles from Manchester and 42 from Boston, per NHES.Schools and retail employers
NHES lists Derry Cooperative School System (620), Walmart (265) and Hannaford (142) among Derry's largest employers.Our Buy Box
What We Buy In Derry
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
Derry Apartment Market
Figures gathered October 2026 from public market data.
Who rents in Derry
Renters occupy 29.8% of the 12,970 occupied homes in Derry, per ACS 2020-2024 tenure data. The New Hampshire renter share is 27.2%. Buildings of five or more units hold 24.9% of Derry's 14,322 housing units, against 15.5% statewide (ACS B25024). Homes built before 1980 make up 40.3% of Derry's stock (ACS B25034).
Rents and affordability in Derry
Median gross rent in Derry is $1,547 a month in ACS 2020-2024 (ACS B25064), above the state median of $1,491. Renters paying 30% or more of income on rent total 47.2% in Derry (ACS rent burden). Rental vacancy in Derry measured 11.9% in ACS 2020-2024, against 4.0% statewide (ACS DP04).
For owners who plan to sell commercial real estate in Derry, NH, that vacancy figure is what buyers ask about first. Derry sits in the Lawrence, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area under HUD's FY2027 fair market rents.
| Unit size | HUD FY2027 FMR (monthly) |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,677 |
| One bedroom | $1,809 |
| Two bedrooms | $2,367 |
| Three bedrooms | $2,820 |
| Four bedrooms | $3,111 |
Property taxes in Rockingham County: Derry's rate
Derry's 2025 tax rate is $18.99 per $1,000 of assessed value, per the Town of Derry tax rate presentation. At $18.99, a $2,000,000 assessment carries $37,980 in annual property tax.
Derry completed a town-wide revaluation for the 2026 tax year, and the state sets the new rate in November (Derry revaluation notice). The commercial and industrial median ratio rose from 0.87 to 0.93. An owner preparing to sell commercial property in Derry, NH also faces the transfer tax of $0.75 per $100 under RSA 78-B:1. RSA 78-B:4 applies it to both buyer and seller, or $15,000 per side on a $2,000,000 sale.
Landlord rules in Derry
Security deposits in Derry are capped at one month's rent or $100, whichever is greater, under RSA 540-A:6. Landlords must return deposits within 30 days after the tenancy ends (RSA 540-A:7). Nonpayment of rent (RSA 540:2) supports a 7-day eviction notice, while most other causes need 30 days (RSA 540:3).
What it means for an owner in Derry
Sellers in Derry are pricing against a 24.9% apartment share, $1,547 median rent and a fresh 2026 revaluation. If you plan to sell commercial property in Derry, NH, test the numbers in our cap rate calculator.
Skyline Capital Investments buys 5+ unit apartment buildings in Rockingham County. Owners who want to sell commercial real estate in Derry, NH without a public listing can sell your apartment building in Derry directly.
Seller Notes
Derry Seller Checklist
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- Derry's 2026 revaluation raised the commercial and industrial median ratio from 0.87 to 0.93.
- Among Derry workers, 38.2% commute to jobs outside New Hampshire, per ACS 2020-2024 place-of-work data.
- Selling commercial property in Derry during late 2026 means pricing against the new revaluation values.
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Taxes & Rules For Derry Property
The New Hampshire rules that shape any deal in Derry: what a sale costs in tax, how buildings are taxed, what landlords must follow, and how to defer gains.
Derry Seller FAQ
What does it cost to sell commercial property in Derry, NH?
New Hampshire charges a real estate transfer tax of $0.75 per $100 of price, and RSA 78-B:4 applies it to both buyer and seller. On a $2,000,000 sale, that is $15,000 per side. Derry's 2025 tax rate of $18.99 per $1,000 also shapes buyer pricing.
Is it a good time to sell commercial real estate in Derry, NH?
Rental vacancy in Derry was 11.9% in ACS 2020-2024, against 4.0% statewide, so buyers will study occupancy closely. Median gross rent of $1,547 sits above the state median of $1,491. Owners who sell multifamily property in Derry with steady occupancy can point to that rent premium.
How much rent can a two-bedroom unit in Derry command?
HUD's FY2027 fair market rent for a two-bedroom unit in the Lawrence, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, which includes Derry, is $2,367 a month. The ACS 2020-2024 median gross rent across all rentals in Derry is $1,547 a month.
How large a security deposit can a Derry landlord collect?
New Hampshire RSA 540-A:6 caps security deposits at one month's rent or $100, whichever is greater. RSA 540-A:7 requires the landlord to return the deposit within 30 days after the tenancy ends. These rules apply to apartment buildings in Derry.
When can I appeal my Derry property assessment?
Derry's revaluation notice says abatement applications for the 2026 tax year go to the town after the fall tax bill and before March 1, 2027. Appeals to the Board of Tax and Land Appeals or Superior Court follow before September 1, 2027.
Do I need to fix up my Derry 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 Rockingham 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 Derry 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.
How fast can I sell my apartment building in Derry?
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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