How would you find all the multi-family properties in your area?

[Tom MacDonald]

Hi BP, I am researching my market, and I want to find all 8-30 unit apartment buildings in my area.  It doesn't matter if they are currently for listed for sale or not, I just want to understand what's out there.  I have asked my real-estate agent to supply a list, but I'm wondering if this information is publicly available some where as a database.

I guess alternatively I could just drive around my target area on google maps street view and make my own map, but this would take quite a while...

Cheers,
Tom

[Meghan McCallum]

I don't have  the best answer Im sure, but try calling the local property management firms. Perhaps you can garner some favorable information from presenting your interested in purchasing a few local properties and you are also looking for someone to provide you with the management.