About Us

USPS EXPERIENCE SINCE 1977

47 years in the industry

we get results in the post office real estate market

Specializing in buying, selling, managing and analyzing post office buildings. Poelstra Properties also focuses its attention on negotiating the leases associated with the post office buildings.

The post office lease is an integral part of the building. The leases unique characteristics have resulted in a specialized market for post office buildings. Poelstra Properties has filled this unique nitch market for many years.

We bring Integrity, knowledge, and experience

Getting the maximum benefits from your lease

Lease negotiations, large or small, optimal results

Our Team Members

Experienced representation

Renee Poelstra

SENIOR BROKER

Julie Poelstra

COMMERCIAL SALES / MANAGEMENT

gary poelstra

Founder

BUYING

In a 1031 or want to buy a Post Office? Contact our team to find the right fit for your budget and investment goals.

SELLING

Already have a building and you want to sell? Through out network, we’re able to find a buyer and get your property sold.

NEGOTIATION

With our 47 years of experience, we know how to negotiate your lease for the best possible outcome for you.

MANAGEMENT

Weary of the hassle of maintaining your Post Office building? We employ a variety of services to get the job done.

CONSULTING

Need help? We offer guidance and strategies for your dealings with the USPS and JLL negotiations.

ANALYSIS

We review the specifics of your lease and thoroughly review the market, location, and lease details to keep you informed.

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Key benefits for owning a post office...

Fee Simple Ownership: When you buy a post office, you acquire the property “fee simple.” This means you own both the land and the building. Additionally, you gain the rights as the landlord to take over the lease with the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) as the tenant.
Safety: The USPS lease is backed by the U.S. government, providing exceptional security for your investment. The federal government guarantees the rental income.
High Returns: Despite the guaranteed income, you could achieve extraordinary returns ranging from 8% to 30% or more.
Standardization: Most leases use USPS forms, making it easy to choose properties that fit your investment parameters.

What are the leasing benefits?

Availability: Only about 25% of all postal facilities in the U.S. are owned by the USPS. The remaining 75% are privately owned and leased to the USPS.
Flexibility: Lease terms allow you to explore properties with varying features and fit your budget.
Rental Income: Rental income collected from tenants may cover your mortgage costs, insurance, and maintenance.

Are there Investment Benefits?

Tangibility: Owning a post office means having something tangible—a building and land—that will always hold value.
Tax Advantages: You can avoid capital gains taxes on real estate profits by reinvesting in other “like-kind” real estate within a specified period.
Potential Retro-Fitting: In rare cases where a post office becomes vacant, it can be retro-fitted into a professional office (law, accounting, etc.) with high rents due to its strict specifications.

Remember this is still an investment...

Remember that each investment carries some risk, but post offices offer unique advantages due to their government-backed leases and stability. Whether you choose to buy or lease, consider your financial goals and investment strategy.

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Poelstra Properties specializes in buying, selling, managing and analyzing post office buildings. Poelstra Properties also focuses its attention on negotiating the leases associated with the post office buildings.