Buying In Tyler, TX
Sell Your Commercial Property In Tyler, TX
We are an active buyer of Tyler commercial rental properties with five or more units, whether the building is fully leased, half vacant, or overdue for renovation.
- 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: South Tyler · Azalea District · Downtown Tyler · Whitehouse — Smith County, TX
Why Tyler
Why We Buy Multifamily In Tyler
Tyler, TX is the Smith County seat in East Texas, with 109,215 residents under the American Community Survey 2020-2024. Owners who want to sell commercial property in Tyler, TX are working with a market where renters hold 44.6% of occupied households and buildings of five or more units make up 24.8% of the 46,019-unit housing stock. Median household income reached $67,486 and median gross rent stood at $1,252 a month. UT Tyler, Tyler Junior College and two trauma-designated hospitals, CHRISTUS Mother Frances and UT Health East Texas Tyler Regional, anchor steady rental demand across the city.
UT Tyler enrollment
UT Tyler reported preliminary fall 2025 enrollment of 11,602 students as of its September 8 census date, a 10.07% increase over fall 2024, per its own September 2025 press release.Tyler Junior College
Tyler Junior College states on its own site that more than 12,000 students enroll each year, making it one of Smith County's largest education employers and draws.Two trauma hospitals
Texas DSHS lists UT Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital as a Level I trauma center and CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler as a Level II trauma center, both in Tyler's 75701 zip code.Our Buy Box
What We Buy In Tyler
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
Tyler Apartment Market
Figures gathered October 2026 from public market data.
Who Rents in Tyler
Renters hold 44.6% of Tyler's 38,505 occupied households, 17,166 renter households versus 21,339 owner households, per ACS 2020-2024 table B25003. Buildings of five or more units make up 24.8% of Tyler's 46,019 housing units, the base that owners who sell commercial property in Tyler, TX draw buyers from. The median Tyler unit dates to 1978, and 52.6% of the stock predates 1980.
Rents and Affordability
Median gross rent in Tyler runs $1,252 a month under ACS 2020-2024, above Smith County's $1,238 median. Under HUD's FY2027 fair market rents, effective October 1, 2026, the Tyler, TX MSA sets a two-bedroom FMR at $1,277. Tyler's rental vacancy rate stands at 18.9% (ACS 2020-2024, table DP04), and 46.7% of renters already pay 30% or more of income toward rent, with 21.8% paying half or more.
| Unit size | HUD FY2027 FMR |
|---|---|
| Efficiency | $948 |
| One-bedroom | $1,041 |
| Two-bedroom | $1,277 |
| Three-bedroom | $1,718 |
| Four-bedroom | $1,855 |
Property Taxes in Smith County
A $2,000,000 apartment building in Tyler carries four overlapping 2025 rates: Smith County's $0.364231, the City of Tyler's $0.236452, Tyler ISD's $0.845000, and Tyler Junior College's $0.185068, each per $100 valuation, combined $1.630751 per $100, producing a $32,615.02 bill. Owners who sell commercial real estate in Tyler, TX should flag that figure early, since Texas Tax Code Section 41.44 gives an owner until May 15, or 30 days after notice, whichever is later, to protest.
Landlord Rules
Texas Property Code Section 92.103 requires a 30-day security deposit refund after a tenant surrenders the unit, with no statutory cap on the amount, and Section 92.109 adds a $100 penalty plus triple damages for bad-faith retention. Section 24.005 sets a minimum three-day written notice to vacate before a forcible detainer filing. Local Government Code Section 214.902 allows rent control only after a governor-approved disaster emergency, and Texas Constitution Article 8, Section 29(a) bars any new transfer tax on real property. Anyone preparing to sell your apartment building in Tyler should confirm leases against these rules first.
What It Means for an Owner
Owners who want to sell commercial property in Tyler, TX face an 18.9% rental vacancy rate, a 24.8% share of 5+ unit housing, and a combined $1.630751 per $100 tax rate. Demand anchors include UT Tyler and its Health Science Center, Tyler Junior College, and the city's two trauma hospitals, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler and UT Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital. Owners can model these numbers with Skyline Capital Investments' cap rate calculator and review a full exit path at Sell My Apartment Building.
Seller Notes
Pricing Your Building In Tyler
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- Tyler's combined $1.630751 per $100 rate across Smith County, the city, Tyler ISD and Tyler Junior College puts $32,615.02 on a $2,000,000 assessment.
- Owners who sell multifamily property in Tyler should pull the current rent roll against a 46.7% renter rent-burden share before setting price.
- Those ready to sell commercial real estate in Tyler, TX should have the tax bill, lease abstracts and 2025 appraisal notice ready for a buyer's first call.
- Selling commercial property in Tyler usually moves faster once the rent roll matches the current Smith County Appraisal District valuation.
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Taxes & Rules For Tyler Property
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Tyler Seller FAQ
What should I know before I sell commercial property in Tyler, TX?
Buyers start with Tyler's 44.6% renter share, 24.8% share of 5+ unit housing, and 18.9% rental vacancy rate from ACS 2020-2024. They test your tax bill against the combined $1.630751 per $100 rate across Smith County, the city, Tyler ISD and Tyler Junior College. Have the rent roll, 2025 tax bill and appraisal notice ready before you list.
How much property tax does a $2,000,000 apartment building pay in Tyler?
At the combined 2025 rate of $1.630751 per $100, a $2,000,000 assessment owes $32,615.02 a year across Smith County, the City of Tyler, Tyler ISD and Tyler Junior College. Texas Tax Code Section 41.44 sets the protest deadline at May 15, or 30 days after notice, whichever is later, so file promptly once Smith County Appraisal District mails its notice.
How do I sell commercial real estate in Tyler, TX given current rent burden levels?
Smith County Appraisal District and the Smith County Tax Office publish current rates through the county's truth-in-taxation summary, which any buyer will check. Pair those figures with ACS 2020-2024 data showing 46.7% of Tyler renters paying 30% or more of income toward rent, since that pressure shapes how a buyer underwrites future rent growth.
Does Texas charge a transfer tax when selling an apartment building in Tyler?
No. Texas Constitution Article 8, Section 29(a) bars any new law taxing a conveyance of fee simple title, effective since January 1, 2016. Buyers and sellers in Tyler still pay standard recording fees to the Smith County Clerk, but no transfer tax applies to the sale itself.
What security deposit and notice rules apply to Tyler landlords?
Texas Property Code Section 92.103 gives a landlord 30 days after surrender to refund a security deposit, with no statutory cap on the amount, and Section 92.109 adds a $100 penalty plus triple damages for bad-faith retention. Section 24.005 requires at least three days' written notice to vacate before a forcible detainer filing.
Will you buy a Tyler 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 Smith 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.
Is it possible to sell rental property in Tyler 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 Tyler?
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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