Cheshire County · Keene
Sell Your Commercial Property In Keene, NH
Skyline Capital Investments buys commercial apartment buildings of 5+ units in Keene and across Cheshire County — listed or off-market, stabilized or value-add. Get clear feedback on your deal, typically within 48 hours.
- 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
Areas We Target: Downtown Keene · West Keene · Swanzey · Marlborough — Cheshire County, NH
Why Keene
Why We Buy Multifamily In Keene
Keene is a Cheshire County city of 22,939 residents, per ACS 2020-2024. Renters hold 44.9% of occupied homes in Keene, well above the 27.2% New Hampshire share. Buildings with five or more units hold 25.6% of housing units, and median gross rent is $1,342 a month. Keene's 2025 property tax rate is $34.37 per $1,000. This profile draws on Census, HUD, City of Keene and New Hampshire statute sources for owners who want to sell commercial property in Keene, NH.
Keene State College
Keene State College enrolled 2,867 students in fall 2024, and 1,732 undergraduates lived on campus, per its Factbook.Cheshire Medical Center
Cheshire Medical Center in Keene has over 150 inpatient beds and calls itself the region's largest employer.C&S Wholesale Grocers
C&S Wholesale Grocers, in business since 1918, is headquartered in Keene with operations nationwide, per its About page.Our Buy Box
What We Buy In Keene
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
Keene Apartment Market
Figures gathered October 2026 from public market data.
Who rents in Keene
Renters occupy 44.9% of the 9,399 occupied homes in Keene, per ACS 2020-2024 tenure data. The New Hampshire renter share is 27.2%. Buildings with five or more units hold 25.6% of Keene's 10,540 housing units, against 15.5% statewide (ACS B25024). Homes built before 1980 make up 72.1% of Keene's stock, with a median year built of 1961 (ACS B25034).
Rents and affordability in Keene
Median gross rent in Keene is $1,342 a month in ACS 2020-2024 (ACS B25064), below the state median of $1,491. Renters paying 30% or more of income on rent total 43.4% in Keene (ACS rent burden). Rental vacancy in Keene measured 4.0% in ACS 2020-2024, matching the statewide rate (ACS DP04).
Owners who want to sell commercial real estate in Keene, NH can price units against HUD's FY2027 fair market rents for the Cheshire County, NH area.
| Unit size | HUD FY2027 FMR (monthly) |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,199 |
| One bedroom | $1,322 |
| Two bedrooms | $1,734 |
| Three bedrooms | $2,267 |
| Four bedrooms | $2,295 |
Property taxes in Cheshire County: Keene's rate
Keene's 2025 tax rate is $34.37 per $1,000 of assessed value, per the City of Keene tax rate page. The city portion is $13.61 and the local school portion is $15.93. At $34.37, a $2,000,000 assessment carries $68,740 in annual property tax.
Keene's 2026 full statistical revaluation includes a commercial study of market rents, expenses and capitalization factors (revaluation schedule). An owner preparing to sell commercial property in Keene, NH also faces the $0.75 per $100 transfer tax under RSA 78-B:1. RSA 78-B:4 applies it to buyer and seller, or $15,000 per side on a $2,000,000 sale.
Landlord rules in Keene
Security deposits in Keene 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 Keene
Keene sellers are pricing against a 44.9% renter share, $1,342 median rent and a $34.37 tax rate. If you plan to sell commercial property in Keene, NH, test net income against that tax load in our cap rate calculator.
Skyline Capital Investments buys 5+ unit apartment buildings in Cheshire County. If you would rather skip a public listing, you can sell your apartment building in Keene directly.
Seller Notes
What Shapes A Keene Offer
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- Selling commercial property in Keene in 2026 overlaps a revaluation that studies commercial rents and expenses.
- Homes built before 1980 make up 72.1% of Keene's housing stock, per ACS 2020-2024.
- Owners who sell commercial real estate in Keene, NH pay $0.75 per $100 in state transfer tax.
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Taxes & Rules For Keene Property
The New Hampshire rules that shape any deal in Keene: what a sale costs in tax, how buildings are taxed, what landlords must follow, and how to defer gains.
Keene Seller FAQ
What does it cost to sell commercial property in Keene, NH?
New Hampshire charges a real estate transfer tax of $0.75 per $100 of price under RSA 78-B:1, and RSA 78-B:4 applies it to both buyer and seller. On a $2,000,000 sale, that is $15,000 per side. Keene's $34.37 tax rate also shapes buyer pricing.
Is it a good time to sell commercial real estate in Keene, NH?
Rental vacancy in Keene was 4.0% in ACS 2020-2024, matching the statewide rate. Renters hold 44.9% of occupied homes in Keene, and Keene State College enrolled 2,867 students in fall 2024. Owners who sell multifamily property in Keene can point to that renter base.
How much rent can a two-bedroom unit in Keene command?
HUD's FY2027 fair market rent for a two-bedroom unit in the Cheshire County, NH area, which includes Keene, is $1,734 a month. The ACS 2020-2024 median gross rent across all rentals in Keene is $1,342 a month.
What is the property tax on a $2 million building in Keene?
Keene's 2025 tax rate is $34.37 per $1,000 of assessed value, so a $2,000,000 assessment carries $68,740 a year. The city portion of the rate is $13.61 and the local school portion is $15.93, per the City of Keene.
When can I appeal my Keene property assessment?
Abatement applications for the 2026 tax year must be received by March 1, 2027, per the City of Keene abatement page. The Board of Assessors has until July 1 to grant or deny an application, and no notice by then counts as a denial.
Will you buy a Keene property that needs work or has high vacancy?
Yes. We regularly evaluate value-add, mismanaged, and distressed multifamily properties and underwrite them as they are today — no repairs or lease-up required before selling.
How does a sale to you work in Cheshire 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 Keene?
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 Keene?
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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Have A Property In Keene?
A few details are enough to start. We respond to every Keene submission, including off-market and pocket listings.
