Eau Claire Multifamily Buyer
Sell Your Commercial Property In Eau Claire, WI
We are an active buyer of Eau Claire 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
Eau Claire Submarkets: Altoona · Chippewa Falls · Third Ward · Water Street — Eau Claire County, WI
Why Eau Claire
Why We Buy Multifamily In Eau Claire
Eau Claire, Wisconsin has 70,322 residents and 45.6% renter households, per ACS 2020-2024. Median gross rent is $1,045, and 57.5% of homes predate 1980. Eau Claire anchors Eau Claire County, which has 107,116 residents, so 65.7% of the county lives in the city. Owners who sell commercial property in Eau Claire, WI should start with taxes: the 2025 effective rate is 1.565% of full value. It also helps anyone ready to sell multifamily property in Eau Claire see what buyers underwrite, using Census, HUD and Department of Revenue data.
UW-Eau Claire students
UW-Eau Claire reports a student population of more than 9,000, which supports steady renter demand in Eau Claire.Mayo Clinic Health System
Mayo Clinic Health System runs a 304-bed acute care hospital in Eau Claire with more than 200 physicians.Chippewa Valley Technical College
Chippewa Valley Technical College operates multiple Eau Claire locations alongside campuses in Chippewa Falls, Menomonie and River Falls.Our Buy Box
What We Buy In Eau Claire
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
Eau Claire Apartment Market
Figures gathered October 2026 from public market data.
Who rents in Eau Claire
Renters occupy 45.6% of Eau Claire occupied homes, or 13,896 of 30,492 households, per ACS 2020-2024 tenure data. Buildings with five or more units make up 19.5% of Eau Claire housing, about 6,195 homes, per ACS units-in-structure data. Eau Claire stock is older: 57.5% was built before 1980, per ACS year-built data.
Rents and affordability
Eau Claire median gross rent is $1,045 a month, below the Wisconsin median of $1,087, per ACS 2020-2024. Rent burden is high: 39.9% of Eau Claire renter households pay 30% or more of income, and 19.8% pay 50% or more, per ACS rent-burden data. Owners who sell commercial real estate in Eau Claire, WI sell into a market where median household income is $67,395.
| Unit size | HUD FY2027 FMR, Eau Claire, WI MSA |
|---|---|
| Efficiency | $1,014 |
| One-bedroom | $1,017 |
| Two-bedroom | $1,259 |
| Three-bedroom | $1,695 |
| Four-bedroom | $1,701 |
Figures are from HUD fair market rents, effective October 1, 2026.
Property taxes in Eau Claire County
Eau Claire parcels in Eau Claire County carry a 2025 gross rate of 1.687% and an effective (net) rate of 1.565% of full value, per the Wisconsin Department of Revenue 2025 city tax report. On a $2,000,000 building, the gross rate gives $33,740 and the effective rate gives $31,300 a year. The small Chippewa County part of Eau Claire has a lower 1.625% gross rate. Anyone ready to sell commercial property in Eau Claire, WI should model the effective rate.
Wisconsin also charges a transfer fee of $0.30 per $100, or $3 per $1,000, per the Department of Revenue transfer fee report. That is $6,000 on a $2,000,000 sale.
Landlord rules in Eau Claire
- Wisconsin law bars cities and counties from regulating rent amounts, per Wis. Stat. 66.1015.
- Landlords must return security deposits within 21 days after the rental agreement ends, per the state Landlord Tenant Guide.
- The same guide describes a 5-day cure notice and a 14-day notice for ending a tenancy under Wis. Stat. 704.17.
- Properties with a residential rental unit must register with the city of Eau Claire rental registration program.
What it means for an Eau Claire owner
An Eau Claire owner faces an effective tax bill near 1.565% of value, a $3 per $1,000 transfer fee and no local rent control. Buyers price those items, so run your numbers in the cap rate calculator first. Skyline Capital Investments buys 5+ unit buildings, so an owner ready to sell your apartment building in Eau Claire can start with our apartment building sale page. Owners who want to sell commercial property in Eau Claire, WI get a direct answer on price and timing.
Seller Notes
Pricing Your Building In Eau Claire
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- Eau Claire effective tax rate is 1.565% of full value, or $31,300 a year on $2,000,000.
- Wisconsin transfer fee is $3 per $1,000, which is $6,000 on a $2,000,000 sale.
- Owners who sell commercial real estate in Eau Claire, WI face renters, 19.8% of whom pay half their income.
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Taxes & Rules For Eau Claire Property
The Wisconsin rules that shape any deal in Eau Claire: what a sale costs in tax, how buildings are taxed, what landlords must follow, and how to defer gains.
Eau Claire Seller FAQ
What is the property tax rate in Eau Claire, WI?
Eau Claire parcels in Eau Claire County had a 2025 gross rate of 1.687% and an effective rate of 1.565% of full value, per the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. On $2,000,000 that is $33,740 gross and $31,300 effective.
How do I sell commercial property in Eau Claire, WI?
Start by pricing taxes and the transfer fee. Wisconsin charges $3 per $1,000, or $6,000 on $2,000,000. Next, gather rent rolls and compare rents with HUD's FY2027 two-bedroom fair market rent of $1,259 for the Eau Claire MSA.
Does Eau Claire have rent control?
No. Wis. Stat. 66.1015 says no city, village, town or county may regulate the amount of rent or fees charged for a residential rental dwelling unit, so Eau Claire cannot cap rents, and buyers underwrite market rents rather than regulated ones.
Can I sell commercial real estate in Eau Claire, WI with older buildings?
Yes. Buyers price age, and 57.5% of Eau Claire homes were built before 1980, with a median build year of 1975. Selling commercial property in Eau Claire is easier with updated systems and clear rent records.
How long do I have to return a security deposit in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin's Landlord Tenant Guide says landlords must deliver or mail the deposit, less proper deductions, within 21 days after the rental agreement ends. If the unit is re-rented first, the 21 days run from that re-rental.
What if my Eau Claire building has vacancies or deferred maintenance?
That is often where we add the most value. We buy buildings that need renovation, new management, or lease-up, and we account for that in our offer.
How does a sale to you work in Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire?
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 Eau Claire?
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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