Buying In Abilene, TX
Sell Your Commercial Property In Abilene, TX
Own a commercial apartment building of five or more units in Abilene? We purchase multifamily properties around Downtown Abilene, College Heights, and the rest of Taylor 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
Areas We Target: Downtown Abilene · College Heights · Wylie · Tye — Taylor County, TX
The Abilene Market
What Drives Rentals In Abilene
Abilene, TX anchors a 128,053-resident market in Taylor County shaped by Dyess Air Force Base, Abilene Christian University, and Hardin-Simmons University. Renters occupy 43.9% of Abilene's 46,917 households, and median gross rent sits 17.5% below the Texas average at $1,157 a month, per ACS 2020-2024 estimates. Owners deciding whether to sell commercial property in Abilene, TX weigh a combined 2025 tax rate near $2.27 per $100 of assessed value against steady renter demand tied to Hendrick Health, two universities, and the base's roughly 5,377 direct jobs. Rental vacancy citywide runs 3.1%, consistent with a tight apartment market for a mid-size Texas metro.
Dyess Air Force Base
Dyess AFB supports 5,377 direct jobs and 4,764 active-duty personnel, per the Texas Comptroller's 2025 economic data.ACU and Hardin-Simmons
Abilene Christian University enrolled a record 7,274 students in fall 2025, and Hardin-Simmons enrolled 1,665 in 2024-2025.Hendrick Health
Hendrick Medical Center is a 438-bed hospital in Abilene within the Hendrick Health system, per its official site.Our Buy Box
What We Buy In Abilene
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
Abilene Apartment Market
Figures gathered October 2026 from public market data.
Who rents in Abilene, TX
Renters make up 43.9% of Abilene's 46,917 occupied housing units, per ACS 2020-2024 estimates, against a median household income of $62,648. Apartment buildings with five or more units hold 16.9% of Abilene's 53,156 total housing units, and Abilene's rental vacancy rate stands at 3.1%. More than half of Abilene's housing stock, 56.1%, was built before 1980, with a median year built of 1975 citywide, pointing to steady renovation and repositioning demand among older apartment buildings.
Rents and affordability in Abilene, TX
Abilene's median gross rent is $1,157 a month, about 17.5% below the $1,403 statewide median, per ACS 2020-2024 figures. Taylor County's median gross rent runs slightly higher at $1,159, reflecting the surrounding county's mix of city and rural housing. Under HUD's FY2027 fair market rents effective October 2026, a two-bedroom unit in the Abilene, TX MSA is set at $1,310. Nearly half of Abilene renters, 48.6%, pay 30% or more of income toward rent, and 22.1% pay 50% or more.
| Unit size | HUD FY2027 FMR |
|---|---|
| Efficiency | $958 |
| One-bedroom | $1,047 |
| Two-bedroom | $1,310 |
| Three-bedroom | $1,702 |
| Four-bedroom | $2,013 |
Property taxes in Taylor County
A $2,000,000 apartment property in Abilene faces a combined 2025 rate of $2.2673 per $100 of assessed value across the City of Abilene, Taylor County, and Abilene ISD, for an annual bill of $45,346. The City of Abilene adopted $0.7607, Taylor County adopted $0.5486, and Abilene ISD adopted $0.9580, each per $100 valuation for tax year 2025, per official budget and board records. Texas has no state property tax and no state or local real estate transfer tax, so owners who sell commercial property in Abilene, TX pay no deed tax at closing, only this ad valorem bill, county recording fees, and an appraisal protest window that opens around May 15 each year.
Landlord rules in Abilene, TX
Texas sets no cap on residential security deposits but requires refund within 30 days of move-out under Property Code Sec. 92.103, with any withheld amount itemized in writing. A landlord must give at least three days' written notice to vacate before filing eviction for nonpayment under Property Code Sec. 24.005, unless the lease sets a different period. Local Government Code Sec. 214.902 bars Abilene from adopting rent control absent a governor-approved disaster, so owners weighing whether to sell commercial real estate in Abilene, TX face no local rent caps; those selling commercial property in Abilene cite this as a simpler market to underwrite than cities with rent-stabilization rules.
What it means for an owner in Abilene, TX
Owners who want to sell commercial property in Abilene, TX benefit from rent below the Texas average and durable demand near Dyess Air Force Base, which the Texas Comptroller credits with more than $3.6 billion in annual Texas economic output, and Abilene's universities. Skyline Capital Investments' cap rate calculator can turn the figures above into an asking price before a listing goes live. Owners ready to sell your apartment building in Abilene can start with Skyline Capital Investments' apartment-building sale process, built around 5+ unit properties.
Local Knowledge
Abilene Seller Checklist
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- Owners who sell commercial real estate in Abilene, TX cite stable renter demand near two universities and Dyess AFB.
- Investors who sell multifamily property in Abilene typically compare Taylor County's combined tax rate against nearby West Texas markets.
- Abilene ISD's 2025-26 rate of $0.9580 per $100 is the largest piece of Taylor County's combined tax bill.
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Abilene Seller FAQ
Why do owners sell commercial property in Abilene, TX right now?
Many act to capture built-up equity while Abilene's median rent sits 17.5% below the Texas average and Dyess Air Force Base, Hendrick Health, and two universities keep renter demand steady, per ACS 2020-2024 and Texas Comptroller figures.
How much is Abilene's combined property tax rate in 2025?
Abilene's combined 2025 rate is $2.2673 per $100 of assessed value: the City of Abilene's $0.7607, Taylor County's $0.5486, and Abilene ISD's $0.9580, each adopted for tax year 2025 per official budget and board documents, producing a $45,346 bill on a $2,000,000 apartment property.
What's the fastest way to sell commercial real estate in Abilene, TX?
A buyer who already underwrites 5+ unit properties speeds a sale, since Abilene's combined tax rate of $2.2673 per $100 and HUD's FY2027 two-bedroom rent of $1,310 are figures that buyer can verify quickly without a lengthy outside due-diligence cycle.
Is there rent control in Abilene, TX?
No. Local Government Code Sec. 214.902 bars municipalities, including Abilene, from adopting rent control absent a governor-approved disaster, so owners face no local rent caps when pricing a sale, unlike some coastal markets.
What drives apartment demand in Abilene, TX?
Dyess Air Force Base supports 5,377 direct jobs and 4,764 active-duty personnel, Abilene Christian University enrolled a record 7,274 students in fall 2025, and Hendrick Medical Center operates 438 beds in Abilene, per each organization's own figures.
Will you buy a Abilene 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.
Can I sell my Abilene apartment building off-market?
Yes. We work directly with owners and through listing agents. Off-market conversations are confidential, and we coordinate tours so tenants and staff are not disrupted.
Who buys occupied rental property in Abilene?
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 Abilene?
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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