Buying In Williston, ND
Sell Your Commercial Property In Williston, ND
Own a commercial apartment building of five or more units in Williston? We purchase multifamily properties around Downtown Williston, Trenton, and the rest of Williams 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
Williston Submarkets: Downtown Williston · Trenton · Ray · Tioga — Williams County, ND
Local Demand
Our View On Williston
Renters occupy 52.9% of Williston's homes, and buildings of five or more units hold 47.1% of its housing, per Census ACS 2020-2024 estimates. Median gross rent is $1,122 a month. HUD's FY2027 two-bedroom fair market rent for Williams County is $1,388.
An owner who wants to sell commercial property in Williston, ND is selling into 26.7% rental vacancy and a stock with a median build year of 2003. This profile covers renters, rents, Williams County tax math on a $2,000,000 building and North Dakota landlord rules.
Bakken oil production
Williams County wells produced 89,064,719 barrels of oil in 2025, 20.8% of North Dakota's reported output, per state DMR data.Williston State College
Williston State College counted 1,175 students on its fall 2025 census day, an 11% increase from fall 2024.Amtrak station upgrade
Williston's Amtrak station received a $10 million upgrade with a 700-foot snowmelt platform, per an October 2025 Senate release.Our Buy Box
What We Buy In Williston
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
Williston Apartment Market
Figures gathered October 2026 from public market data.
Who rents in Williston
Renters occupy 52.9% of Williston's 11,360 occupied homes, per Census ACS 2020-2024 tenure estimates. North Dakota's renter share is 37.1%. Buildings with five or more units hold 47.1% of Williston's housing, per Census table B25024, against 25.1% statewide.
Williston's median year built is 2003, and 42.8% of units date from 2010 or later, per Census table B25034. Rental vacancy was 26.7% in ACS 2020-2024, per Census profile table DP04. The statewide rate was 8.3%.
Rents and affordability in Williston
Williston's median gross rent was $1,122 a month in ACS 2020-2024, per Census table B25064. Some 30.7% of Williston renters paid 30% or more of income for rent, per Census table B25070. Under HUD's FY2027 fair market rents, a Williams County two-bedroom is $1,388, per HUD's FMR documentation.
| Unit size | HUD FY2027 FMR, Williams County |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,133 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,232 |
| 2 bedroom | $1,388 |
| 3 bedroom | $1,796 |
| 4 bedroom | $1,824 |
The two-bedroom benchmark sits $266 above Williston's median rent. Anyone who plans to sell commercial property in Williston, ND can cite that gap to buyers.
Property taxes in Williams County
A $2,000,000 Williston apartment building owes an estimated $17,080 at Williams County's 2025 average rate of 170.80 mills. That countywide average comes from the North Dakota Tax Department 2025 property tax statistical report. N.D.C.C. 57-02-01 leaves structures with four or more family units out of the residential class, so they are taxed as commercial.
- True and full value: $2,000,000
- Assessed value at 50%: $1,000,000
- Commercial taxable value at 10%: $100,000
- Tax at 170.80 mills: $17,080
- With the 5% early-payment discount: $16,226
Paying the full year by February 15 earns 5% off under N.D.C.C. 57-20-09. Owners who sell commercial real estate in Williston, ND pay no transfer tax, because Article X, Section 27 of the North Dakota Constitution bars one.
Landlord rules in Williston
North Dakota caps most security deposits at one month's rent under N.D.C.C. 47-16-07.1. Itemized deposit statements are due within 30 days after the lease ends. Owners who sell multifamily property in Williston must transfer each deposit and its interest to the buyer.
Rent unpaid three days after it is due supports an eviction action under N.D.C.C. 47-32-01. Section 47-16-02.1 bars local rent control.
What it means for a Williston owner
Williams County wells produced 89,064,719 barrels of oil in 2025, per North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources county production data. That was 20.8% of the state's reported output. Buyers weigh that demand against 26.7% rental vacancy.
To sell commercial property in Williston, ND, start with a rent roll, the deposit ledger and the latest tax statement. Then test your price in our cap rate calculator.
We buy 5+ unit buildings in Downtown Williston and nearby Trenton, Ray and Tioga. To sell your apartment building in Williston, request an offer for your building.
Before You Sell
Williston Seller Checklist
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- Williston's rental vacancy was 26.7% in ACS 2020-2024, more than three times North Dakota's 8.3%.
- Buildings with four or more family units are taxed as commercial property on 5% of market value.
- Before you sell commercial real estate in Williston, ND, gather deposit records, because deposits pass to the buyer.
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Williston Seller FAQ
How do I sell commercial property in Williston, ND?
Gather a twelve-month rent roll, operating statements, the deposit ledger and the latest tax statement. Apartment buildings with four or more units are taxed as commercial property in North Dakota. The state constitution bars transfer taxes on real property. Skyline Capital Investments buys 5+ unit buildings in Williston.
What is the property tax on a $2 million apartment building in Williston?
At Williams County's 2025 average of 170.80 mills, a $2,000,000 building owes about $17,080. Commercial taxable value is 5% of market value, or $100,000. Paying the full year by February 15 earns a 5% discount, cutting the bill to $16,226.
Does Williston have rent control?
No. N.D.C.C. 47-16-02.1 bars any political subdivision from enforcing an ordinance that controls rent on private residential or commercial property. State law caps most deposits at one month's rent and requires an itemized deposit statement within 30 days after the lease ends.
What should I know before I sell commercial real estate in Williston, ND?
Williston's rental vacancy was 26.7% in ACS 2020-2024, against 8.3% statewide, so buyers will study occupancy closely. The stock is young, with 42.8% of units built in 2010 or later. Tenant deposits and accrued interest must pass to the buyer when ownership transfers.
How does oil activity affect apartment demand in Williston?
Williams County wells produced 89,064,719 barrels of oil in 2025, 20.8% of North Dakota's reported total, per the Department of Mineral Resources. August 2026 output was 7,546,063 barrels. Owners selling commercial property in Williston should expect buyers to price against that oilfield demand.
Do I need to fix up my Williston building before selling?
No. We price in deferred maintenance, vacancy, and below-market rents ourselves, so you can sell the property as it stands.
Do you work with Williston brokers and agents?
We do. Agents can bring us listed or pocket-listing deals in Williston, and we keep every conversation confidential.
Can I sell rental property in Williston 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 Williston?
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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Tell Us About Your Property In Williston
A few details are enough to start. We respond to every Williston submission, including off-market and pocket listings.
