Cell Tower Lease Buyout Valuation
What is your cell tower lease actually worth if sold today? The answer from a buyout company and the answer from an independent appraiser are almost always different — often by $50,000–$200,000+. We tell you the real number.
Get Your Free Review
No upfront fees. Response within 1 business day.
Free · No obligation · Nationwide service
What Your Lease Is Worth vs. What You're Offered
When a buyout company sends you an offer, their number is the result of a financial model optimized for their investment return. They use discount rates of 8–12% reflecting their target yield. An independent valuation using current market cap rates for this asset class — typically 4–6% today — produces a meaningfully higher present value for the same income stream.
This gap between buyout company valuations and independent market valuations is not an accident. Buyout companies optimize for their return; an independent valuation optimizes for what the asset would command in an arm's-length market transaction.
Our valuation service is also used outside of buyout decisions — for estate planning, divorce proceedings, insurance appraisals, property transactions, and tax filings where an accurate present value of the lease income stream is needed.
Discounted Cash Flow Model
We project all future lease payments, adjust for escalation and renewal probability, and discount to present value using current market cap rates.
Market Cap Rate Comparison
We apply current cap rates from comparable cell tower lease asset transactions — the same methodology institutional buyers use when pricing these assets.
Written Valuation Report
A detailed written report suitable for use in negotiations, estate planning, tax filings, legal proceedings, or property transactions.
Scenario Analysis
We model multiple scenarios — base case, renewal, early termination — to give you a range of values and a clear picture of which variables most affect your lease's worth.
Simple, Risk-Free Process
No upfront fees. You only pay if we improve your outcome.
Lease Document Review
Share your lease agreement, current monthly rent, and relevant details about the carrier and property. We review all relevant terms.
Income Stream Projection
We project the full income stream: current rent, escalation schedule, remaining term, renewal options, and co-location provisions.
Cap Rate Analysis
We apply current market cap rates from comparable transactions to calculate present value — comparing this to the buyout company's methodology where applicable.
Written Valuation Delivery
You receive a written valuation report with our methodology, assumptions, calculated range of values, and our assessment of any buyout offer relative to that valuation.
Client Results
Recent outcomes from this service.
"The independent valuation showed our lease was worth $612,000–$640,000. We had almost accepted $380,000. The difference funded our children's education."
— Maria & Tom L. · Phoenix, AZ
"I needed the valuation for estate planning. It also showed the buyout offer was far below value. We negotiated significantly more."
— Charles H. · Estate Planning · Nashville, TN
"Our valuation showed the offer was within 8% of independent market value. We recommended accepting. The client appreciated the honest assessment."
— Helen M. · Landowner · Phoenix, AZ
Is This Right for You?
Common Questions
How long does a valuation take?
What is a cap rate and why does it matter?
Can the valuation report be used in legal proceedings?
What if I'm not considering a buyout — can I still get a valuation?
Know What Your Lease Is Really Worth
Whether evaluating a buyout offer, planning your estate, or just curious — an independent valuation tells you the number the buyout company doesn't want you to know.
Mon–Fri 9am–6pm PST · info@celltowerleases.com