5 Ways to Find Off-Market Multifamily Properties

The best multifamily deals in Los Angeles rarely appear on public listing platforms. Off-market properties offer less competition, more motivated sellers, and often better pricing. Here are the most effective strategies to find them.

1. Partner with a Specialist Broker

The single most effective strategy. A top multifamily broker like Samimi CRE Advisors has relationships with hundreds of property owners and receives first calls when sellers decide to sell before going to market. Our buyer list is the most active in LA County.

2. Direct Mail Campaigns

Target specific properties — by address, owner type, or building age — with personalized letters expressing your interest. Response rates are low (1–3%) but the quality of leads can be high, especially for distressed sellers.

3. Door Knocking and In-Person Outreach

Old school but effective. Identifying building owners in your target neighborhoods and introducing yourself directly can uncover sellers who aren't ready to go to market yet but would consider the right offer.

4. Public Record Research

LA County Assessor records are publicly available and show ownership, assessed values, loan dates, and owner addresses. Properties with loans maturing or ownership held for 10+ years can signal potential sellers.

5. Build a Referral Network

Property managers, attorneys, accountants, and other brokers all know when clients are thinking about selling. Build relationships with professionals who serve multifamily owners in your target submarket.

The fastest path to off-market deals: get on the Samimi CRE Advisors buyers list. Contact us today.