Lane County Multifamily Buyer
Sell Your Commercial Property In Lane County, OR
Lane County stretches from the Cascades to the coast and is anchored by Eugene, Springfield, and the University of Oregon. Its apartment market combines student-oriented housing near campus with workforce garden communities serving healthcare, manufacturing, and public-sector employees.
- 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
Cities We Cover: Eugene · Springfield — County seat: Eugene
Lane County
Where We Buy In Lane County
We evaluate apartment buildings of 5+ units across Lane County — in each city below, plus smaller towns and unincorporated areas countywide.
Local Market Data
Lane County Apartment Market
Figures gathered October 2026 from public market data.
Lane County, Oregon had a median gross rent of $1,355 in 2020-2024, up 37 percent from $989 in 2015-2019, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey. Renters make up 40.3 percent of the county's 160,445 occupied households, and only 17.1 percent of units sit in buildings of five or more units. If you're planning to sell commercial property in Lane County, OR, that tight apartment supply and a 3.2 percent rental vacancy rate shape how quickly a multifamily asset moves and what buyers will pay for it.
University of Oregon
Eugene's flagship university anchors steady student and staff rental demand across Lane County's core submarkets.Rent growth outpacing jobs
Median gross rent rose 37 percent since 2015-2019 while employment grew only 5.5 percent countywide.Tight 5-plus-unit supply
Just 17.1 percent of Lane County housing sits in buildings of five or more units, limiting new multifamily competition.Who rents in Lane County
Lane County counted 384,207 residents and 160,445 occupied housing units in the 2020-2024 American Community Survey. Renters hold 64,671 of those households, or 40.3 percent. Median household income reached $71,544, up 36.5 percent from $52,426 in 2015-2019.
Only 28,993 units, 17.1 percent of the housing stock, sit in buildings of five or more units, a share that grew just 5.7 percent over the period. That scarcity of larger apartment buildings supports investor interest in Lane County multifamily assets from Eugene to Springfield.
Rents, growth and affordability in Lane County
Median gross rent in Lane County climbed to $1,355 in 2020-2024, a 37 percent jump from $989 five years earlier, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey. Employment rose only 5.5 percent over the same stretch, so rent has outpaced jobs in Lane County. Rental vacancy sits at 3.2 percent, tight enough to support further increases.
Rent burden is significant: 54.9 percent of Lane County renters pay 30 percent or more of income toward gross rent. HUD's FY2027 Fair Market Rent for the Eugene-Springfield metro area is $1,182 for a one-bedroom and $1,546 for a two-bedroom, both above the countywide median.
City-by-city comparison in Lane County
| City | Median gross rent | Renter share | Share of units in 5+ buildings | Rental vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eugene | $1,402 | 52.1% | 28.6% | 3.9% |
| Springfield | $1,258 | 45.0% | 14.7% | 1.2% |
Eugene, home to the University of Oregon, carries the highest renter share and the most 5-plus-unit stock in Lane County, while Springfield's 1.2 percent rental vacancy is the tighter of the two.
Property taxes and assessment in Lane County
Oregon caps most property tax growth under Measure 50: a parcel's maximum assessed value in Lane County cannot rise more than 3 percent a year unless new construction or a major improvement changes the property. Taxable assessed value is the lesser of that capped figure and real market value, billed per $1,000 by the Lane County Assessor. Owners can appeal a valuation to the county Property Value Appeals Board by December 31.
What this means if you sell in Lane County
Anyone looking to sell commercial property in Lane County, OR today is selling into a market where rents have outrun five-year income gains and vacancy stays under 4 percent countywide. Oregon's statewide rent cap, now 9.5 percent for 2026, and its 90-day notice rules for no-cause terminations after year one both affect underwriting, so buyers model those limits into their offers. Skyline Capital Investments evaluates Lane County multifamily deals directly, using the county's own rent, vacancy and tax data.
Local Knowledge
Selling Multifamily In Oregon
What we factor into every Lane County offer:
More about Oregon →- Oregon's statewide rent increase cap is 9.5 percent for 2026 under ORS 90.324.
- No security deposit dollar cap in Oregon, but a written accounting is due within 31 days of move-out.
- Lane County assessed value growth is capped near 3 percent a year under Measure 50 absent new construction.
- Rental vacancy is just 1.2 percent in Springfield and 3.9 percent in Eugene, both tight for landlords.
Property Tax
Property Tax In Lane County For Apartment Owners
Homeowners in Lane County pay a median of $3,536 a year in property tax on a median home value of $430,600, an effective rate of about 0.82%, according to the Census Bureau’s 2020-2024 American Community Survey. That is about the same as the Oregon statewide average of 0.81%.
How property tax works in Oregon: classes, assessment and appeals →Estimate a building’s tax bill with the property tax calculator →
- Those figures describe owner-occupied homes. An apartment building can be assessed on a different basis or in a different class, so its bill as a share of value may differ.
- A sale can reset the assessed value. Before you price a Lane County building, check how Oregon reassesses property after a transfer and model the buyer’s new tax bill.
- Pull the actual tax bill from the Lane County assessor or tax collector. City, school and special-district levies stack on top of the county rate.
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Your Situation, Handled — Lane County
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Taxes & Rules For Lane County Property
The Oregon rules that shape any deal in Lane County: what a sale costs in tax, how buildings are taxed, what landlords must follow, and how to defer gains.
Our Buy Box
What We Buy In Lane County
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.
How Selling To Us Works
- 01
Submit The Deal
Send the address, unit count, asking price, and a rent roll or T-12 if you have them.
- 02
Initial Review
We review it against our buy box and give clear feedback — typically within 48 hours.
- 03
Underwriting & LOI
If it fits, we underwrite in detail and submit a written letter of intent.
- 04
Diligence & Close
Inspections and financing on the agreed timeline, then a professional, predictable closing.
Lane County Seller FAQ
Is it a good time to sell commercial property in Lane County, OR?
With median gross rent up 37 percent since 2015-2019 and rental vacancy at 3.2 percent countywide, Lane County apartment buildings are seeing steady investor demand, though buyers now underwrite Oregon's 9.5 percent statewide rent cap into their offers.
How much have rents grown in Lane County?
Median gross rent reached $1,355 in the 2020-2024 American Community Survey, up from $989 in 2015-2019, a 37 percent increase, according to the Census Bureau.
What share of Lane County renters are cost-burdened?
54.9 percent of Lane County renter households pay 30 percent or more of income toward gross rent, per the Census Bureau's 2020-2024 American Community Survey gross-rent-to-income data.
How are apartment buildings taxed in Lane County?
Lane County assesses property under Oregon's Measure 50 system, which caps maximum assessed value growth near 3 percent a year unless the property is improved, and bills the lesser of assessed or real market value per $1,000.
How do I sell commercial property in Lane County, OR?
Send the address, unit count, and any financials. We review Lane County apartment buildings of 5+ units, give feedback typically within 48 hours, and follow with a written letter of intent if it fits.
Do you buy apartment buildings throughout Lane County?
Yes. We evaluate multifamily properties across Lane County, including Eugene and Springfield, as well as smaller towns and unincorporated areas. Every property is reviewed on its own fundamentals.
What size Lane County properties do you buy?
Apartment buildings and income-producing residential properties with 5 or more units. Our sweet spot is 15–25 units, and we review larger communities with capital partners.
Will you buy a property that needs work or has high vacancy?
Yes. We underwrite value-add, mismanaged, and distressed properties as they are today — no repairs or lease-up required before selling.
Is it possible to sell rental property in Lane County without evicting tenants?
It is. We buy apartment buildings occupied, and tenants stay on their current leases. Skyline Capital Investments is a commercial real estate buyer of 5+ unit buildings, so occupied properties are the norm for us.
What do I need to sell my apartment building in Lane County?
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.
How do property taxes factor into a Lane County offer?
Property is assessed at the county level (the county seat is Eugene), within Oregon rules. Under Measure 50, a property’s assessed value can grow by no more than 3% per year, and it is often well below market value. We confirm the assessed value and model taxes before we make an offer.
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Have A Property In Lane County?
Tell us about it. Owners, agents, brokers, and deal finders are all welcome — conversations are confidential.
