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Sell your commercial property in Nevada

We buy commercial real estate across Nevada directly, as-is, for cash.

Nevada at a glance

Population
3.3M
Job growth
+1.3%
Transfer tax
$1.95 per $500 ($2.55 in Clark County)
Eff. property tax
0.50%

Data current as of

Market conditions

The Nevada market right now

Our read

About 3.3 million people live in Nevada, and the population is growing 0.9% a year. In the latest year the state gained a net 14,914 residents from other states; median household income is $81,134.

Nevada is still a growth state, drawing residents from elsewhere, and it has two very different commercial markets. The Las Vegas Valley is gaming and hospitality plus a growing distribution market serving Southern California; Reno-Sparks is Northern Nevada logistics serving the West Coast, with Tesla and data center investment; Carson City is the state capital and light manufacturing.

There is no state income tax on your gain. The transfer tax is higher in Clark County than elsewhere, and taxable value is set from land value plus the depreciated replacement cost of improvements, not your sale price.

Valuation

What your Nevada property is worth

How we price it

What a commercial property is worth in Nevada comes down to the income it produces, how durable that income is, and what it costs to hold and transfer the asset here. We underwrite all three rather than applying a statewide cap rate to a number you send us.

Income durability is where most valuations go wrong. A tenant with three years remaining in Las Vegas Valley is a different risk from the same tenant in Carson City, and remaining lease term alone does not capture it. We look at what the space actually re-leases for and how long it sits empty first.

Holding and transfer cost is the other half, and it comes directly out of your proceeds. Transfer tax, property tax treatment, and closing convention vary more between states than most sellers expect. The Nevada figures, with the statutes behind them, are set out in the tax and legal section below.

Capital markets today

10-yr Treasury
5.24%
4.12% a year ago
SOFR
3.87%
4.2% a year ago
30-yr mortgage
7.28%
6.3% a year ago
CRE loan delinquency
1.53%
1.57% a year ago
CRE prices, YoY
6.58%
-2.7% a year ago

Sources: FRED DGS10, 2026-10-01 · FRED SOFR, 2026-10-01 · FRED MORTGAGE30US, 2026-10-01 · FRED DRCRELEXFACBS, 2026-04-01 · FRED COMREPUSQ159N, 2026-01-01

Nevada tax & legal

Nevada has no state income tax on your gain, and its transfer tax runs about 0.39% of value, or 0.51% in Clark County.

Transfer tax
$1.95 per $500 ($2.55 in Clark County)
Property tax (eff.)
0.50%
1031 conformity
Yes
Closing
Title state

Nevada property tax vs. the 50 states

  • Nevada
  • Other states
  • Median state
  • Effective property tax rate

    0.29%1.88%

    0.50%

    6th lowest of 50

Effective rates as cited on each state's page; every state's sources include Tax Foundation.

View all states as a table
StateEffective property tax rate
Arizona0.48%
Texas1.40%
Florida0.78%
Alabama0.37%
Alaska0.94%
Arkansas0.56%
California0.70%
Colorado0.50%
Connecticut1.54%
Delaware0.54%
Georgia0.79%
Hawaii0.29%
Idaho0.50%
Illinois1.88%
Indiana0.76%
Iowa1.33%
Kansas1.21%
Kentucky0.74%
Louisiana0.55%
Maine0.98%
Maryland0.92%
Massachusetts1.00%
Michigan1.19%
Minnesota1.00%
Mississippi0.58%
Missouri0.89%
Montana0.61%
Nebraska1.44%
Nevada0.50%
New Hampshire1.50%
New Jersey1.88%
New Mexico0.63%
New York1.30%
North Carolina0.66%
North Dakota0.92%
Ohio1.36%
Oklahoma0.79%
Oregon0.81%
Pennsylvania1.26%
Rhode Island1.12%
South Carolina0.49%
South Dakota1.00%
Tennessee0.52%
Utah0.48%
Vermont1.51%
Virginia0.78%
Washington0.75%
West Virginia0.51%
Wisconsin1.32%
Wyoming0.53%

Statutes

  • NRS 375.020
  • NRS 375.023
  • NRS 375.030
  • NRS 361.227

Nevada is a low-friction state to sell commercial real estate in, and the transfer tax is the main closing-day cost.

The real property transfer tax is $0.65 per $500 under NRS 375.020 plus a $1.30 per $500 state tax under NRS 375.023, which comes to $1.95 per $500 (about 0.39%) in most counties. In Clark County the base rate is $1.25, so the combined rate is $2.55 per $500 (about 0.51%). On a $4M Las Vegas sale that is $20,400. Under NRS 375.030 the buyer and seller are jointly and severally liable, so who pays is set in your contract.

Nevada levies no personal or corporate income tax, so your gain is taxed federally and not again by the state. With nothing to conform against, 1031 exchanges work the same way they do federally.

On property tax, effective rates near 0.50% are among the lowest in the country. Assessors value buildings at replacement cost less depreciation under NRS 361.227 instead of resetting to your sale price, which keeps your buyer's carrying-cost model predictable.

What this means

If you're selling in Nevada

  1. Transfer tax of $1.95 per $500 ($2.55 in Clark County)

    Budget this as a closing cost from day one. It is charged on the sale price, not on your gain, so it applies whether or not the sale is profitable.

  2. Closes through title, no attorney required

    A title or escrow company handles closing, title insurance, and recording. That usually means a faster close and one less party to coordinate.

  3. 1031 exchange defers state tax too

    Nevada conforms to federal like-kind exchange treatment, so a properly structured 1031 defers both. You must have a qualified intermediary in place before closing — it cannot be arranged afterward.

  4. How the sale affects assessed value

    No. Taxable value is land value plus improvements at replacement cost less depreciation, not the sale price.

Demand drivers

The Nevada economy

Population

3.3M

Pop. growth

+0.9%

Job growth

+1.3%

Unemployment

4.8%

Net domestic migration

+14,914

Housing permits YTD

8,986

Permits vs last year

-29%

Median household income

$81K

How Nevada compares

  • Nevada
  • Other states
  • Median state
  • Job growth, year over year

    -0.9%+1.6%

    +1.3%

    7th highest of 50

  • Population growth

    -0.3%+1.5%

    +0.9%

    9th highest of 50

  • Unemployment rate

    2.0%5.1%

    4.8%

    7th highest of 50

  • Median household income

    $59K$105K

    $81K

    22nd highest of 50

View all states as a table
StateJob growth, year over yearPopulation growthUnemployment rateMedian household income
Arizona+0.6%+0.9%4.9%$81K
Texas+1.1%+1.3%4.4%$80K
Florida+0.6%+0.8%4.5%$78K
Alabama+1.1%+0.6%3.4%$67K
Alaska+1.3%+0.1%4.3%$96K
Arkansas+0.6%+0.6%3.9%$62K
California+0.8%-0.0%5.1%$100K
Colorado+0.2%+0.4%4.0%$97K
Connecticut+0.9%+0.4%5.1%$96K
Delaware+0.1%+0.9%4.7%$88K
Georgia-0.1%+0.9%3.2%$80K
Hawaii+0.2%-0.1%2.7%$101K
Idaho+0.9%+1.4%3.6%$81K
Illinois+0.2%+0.1%4.7%$83K
Indiana-0.5%+0.6%3.3%$72K
Iowa+0.0%+0.3%3.2%$76K
Kansas+0.5%+0.4%3.8%$76K
Kentucky-0.1%+0.5%4.7%$65K
Louisiana+1.6%+0.1%4.2%$61K
Maine-0.1%+0.5%3.2%$76K
Maryland-0.2%+0.3%4.1%$103K
Massachusetts+0.2%+0.2%4.3%$105K
Michigan+0.2%+0.3%5.0%$72K
Minnesota+1.4%+0.6%4.4%$87K
Mississippi+0.4%+0.1%3.4%$59K
Missouri+1.1%+0.4%3.5%$72K
Montana-0.9%+0.6%3.2%$75K
Nebraska+0.2%+0.6%2.9%$76K
Nevada+1.3%+0.9%4.8%$81K
New Hampshire+0.2%+0.5%2.8%$100K
New Jersey-0.2%+0.4%4.3%$104K
New Mexico+1.6%-0.1%4.7%$68K
New York-0.0%+0.0%4.3%$86K
North Carolina+1.3%+1.3%3.5%$74K
North Dakota+0.5%+0.8%2.2%$78K
Ohio+0.2%+0.3%3.3%$72K
Oklahoma+0.7%+0.6%4.3%$66K
Oregon-0.8%+0.2%5.1%$85K
Pennsylvania+0.6%+0.1%3.7%$78K
Rhode Island+0.1%+0.4%3.7%$84K
South Carolina+1.6%+1.5%4.1%$72K
South Dakota+0.2%+0.9%2.0%$77K
Tennessee+0.5%+0.9%3.4%$72K
Utah+1.0%+1.0%3.5%$97K
Vermont-0.3%-0.3%2.6%$83K
Virginia-0.9%+0.7%3.6%$92K
Washington+0.4%+0.9%4.9%$99K
West Virginia-0.3%-0.1%4.0%$61K
Wisconsin+0.6%+0.3%3.2%$77K
Wyoming+0.8%+0.3%3.0%$76K

Nevada's economy is built on gaming, tourism and hospitality, distribution and logistics, mining, data centers, and advanced manufacturing. Distribution and data centers give it an industrial base that does not depend on visitor counts.

In the latest year the state added jobs at 1.3% over the past year with unemployment at 4.8%, and residential permits are down 29.0% year to date. Hiring is up but homebuilding has pulled back sharply, so the pipeline of new households is slowing even as employers grow; we watch that gap when underwriting retail tied to new rooftops.

Most of our Nevada calls come from the Las Vegas Valley, where gaming and hospitality sit alongside a distribution market serving Southern California.

Industries driving demand

  • Gaming, tourism & hospitality

  • Distribution & logistics

  • Mining

  • Data centers

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates, 2024 · U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program, Vintage 2025 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics, August 2026 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Current Employment Statistics (total nonfarm, YoY), August 2026 · U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (residential units, year to date), January–August 2026

Regions

Where Nevada volume happens

  1. 01

    Las Vegas Valley

    Gaming and hospitality plus a fast-growing distribution market serving Southern California.

  2. 02

    Reno-Sparks

    Northern Nevada logistics serving the West Coast; Tesla and data center investment.

  3. 03

    Carson City

    State capital and light manufacturing.

Process

How selling to Dizposition works

The full process
  1. Day 0

    01

    Send us the property

    Address, asset type, and the lease if there is one. That is enough for us to start.

  2. 02

    We underwrite it

    Our underwriting runs the income against current Nevada market pricing and the cost of capital. No lowball anchor.

  3. 10 minutes

    03

    You get a firm offer

    In 10 minutes, with the math shown. You will know exactly how we got there.

  4. As fast as 30 days

    04

    Close on your timeline

    As fast as 30 days, or as slow as you need. We are the principal, so the date is yours.

FAQ

Selling commercial property in Nevada

Where in Nevada do you buy commercial property?

Statewide. Our activity concentrates in Las Vegas Valley, Reno-Sparks, Carson City, but we buy across Nevada including secondary and rural markets that most institutional buyers skip.

What kinds of commercial property do you buy in Nevada?

Retail, industrial, healthcare, hospitality, land, and specialty assets. Nevada's economy leans toward gaming, tourism & hospitality and distribution & logistics, so we see a lot of gaming, tourism & hospitality-adjacent property here. We also buy assets other people avoid — vacant, environmentally impaired, or with short lease term.

What are the closing costs to sell commercial property in Nevada?

Title and escrow fees, any transfer or recording tax the state levies, prorated property taxes, and payoff of existing debt. Because we are the buyer there is no commission. In Nevada, the transfer tax on a commercial sale is $1.95 per $500 ($2.55 in Clark County). The statute and the rest of the closing-cost detail are in the tax and legal section above.

Is there a transfer tax when you sell commercial property in Nevada?

Nevada's real property transfer tax is $1.95 per $500 of declared value in most counties and $2.55 per $500 in Clark County, and some smaller counties may add up to 5 cents more. Buyer and seller are jointly and severally liable by statute; a transfer into an entity the grantor owns 100% is exempt.

Does selling reset the property tax assessment in Nevada?

No. Taxable value is land value plus improvements at replacement cost less depreciation, not the sale price. The effective property tax rate in Nevada is about 0.50%.

Does Nevada follow federal 1031 exchange rules?

Yes. Nevada conforms to Section 1031, so a properly structured exchange defers state income tax on the gain as well as federal. The 45-day identification and 180-day closing deadlines are federal and apply the same way.

Who handles a commercial real estate closing in Nevada?

Nevada is a title state: a title or escrow company typically runs the closing, with attorneys optional. We open title with a national underwriter as soon as terms are agreed.

Is demand for commercial property growing in Nevada?

Nevada's population is growing 0.9% a year and over the latest year it gained a net 14,914 residents from other states. Employers added jobs at 1.3% over the past year, with unemployment at 4.8%, and residential permits are down 29.0% year to date. Those are the inputs behind tenant demand; what they mean for your property depends on its submarket and lease, which is what we underwrite.

How long does it take to sell a commercial property to Dizposition?

You get a firm written offer within 10 minutes of sending us the property. If you accept, you can close in as little as 30 days — most of that is title work and your own timeline. There is no listing period, no marketing, and no waiting on a buyer's financing contingency.

Can I sell my property as-is?

Yes. We are the buyer, so there is no lender requiring repairs and no inspection contingency to renegotiate against you. Deferred maintenance, a failing roof, an aging tank system — we price it into the offer rather than asking you to fix it first.

Can I sell with a tenant in place?

Yes, and in most cases a tenant makes the property more valuable to us, not less. We will ask for the lease, a rent roll, and any estoppel certificates. You do not need to deliver the property vacant.

What if my lease is short-term or about to expire?

Short remaining term is one of the main reasons owners come to us. A conventional buyer needs lease term to get financing, which is why short-dated assets sit on the market. We underwrite the real estate and the backfill prospects rather than the remaining term alone.

What if the property is vacant?

We buy vacant assets. Pricing shifts from an income approach to what the building and land are worth to the next user, which is a different calculation — but it is one we do routinely rather than one that disqualifies the property.

Do I need a broker to sell to you?

No. We buy directly, and there is no commission because there is nothing to market. If you already have a broker, we will pay them. Selling without one saves the commission, but you should understand you are also giving up price discovery — a broker's job is to find out whether someone will pay more than we will.

What documents do I need to get an offer?

The address and the lease are enough to start. To finalize, we will want the rent roll, the last two years of operating statements, the title commitment, any existing survey, and any environmental reports you already have. You do not need an appraisal or a broker package.

How do you determine your offer?

We underwrite in-place income against what the space would re-lease for, adjust for capital needs and any environmental tail, and apply a cap rate supported by comparable transactions. We show you the inputs. If you disagree with an assumption, we would rather argue about the assumption than about the number.

What are typical seller closing costs?

Title and escrow fees, any transfer or recording tax owed in your state, prorated property taxes, and payoff of any existing debt. Because we are the buyer, there is no commission and no marketing cost. Transfer tax varies significantly by state and is often the largest single line.

Will I owe capital gains tax when I sell?

Usually yes, on the gain above your adjusted basis, and depreciation recapture is taxed separately from appreciation. State treatment varies. This is a question for your CPA before you sign, not after — the structure of the sale can change the answer.

Can I do a 1031 exchange?

Yes. A 1031 exchange lets you defer federal capital gains by reinvesting in like-kind property, subject to a 45-day identification window and a 180-day closing window from the date you sell. You must have a qualified intermediary in place before closing — it cannot be arranged afterward. Most states conform to federal treatment, but a few do not.

Can I sell if I am behind on payments or facing foreclosure?

Yes, and speed is the reason to move early rather than late. We can close on a defined date, which is what a lender or a receiver generally needs to see. Send us the payoff figure and any notices you have received.

Can I sell a property I inherited or that is in probate?

Yes. Probate sales take longer because the court timeline governs, not ours, and multiple heirs need to agree on the price before anything can close. We are used to working around both. Inherited property also generally receives a stepped-up basis, which can change the tax math substantially.

What if there is environmental contamination?

Send it anyway. Environmental history is one of the most common reasons a conventional sale falls apart, and it is one of the reasons owners call us. We price the remediation and the residual liability into the offer rather than walking away at the Phase II.

Is there any cost or obligation to get an offer?

None. There is no fee, no listing agreement, and no obligation to accept. If our number does not work for you, you keep the underwriting we showed you and we part ways.

10-minute offer

Ready to sell in Nevada?

Send us the address and the lease. You'll have a firm offer, with the math shown, in 10 minutes.