Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Salem, OR
SMI Real Estate is a dynamic brokerage with expertise in identifying and driving sales and purchases of Commercial, Multifamily, Mobile/RV Park, Small Plex, and Residential properties on the West Coast. Our brokers have represented investors, sellers, and buyers with the utmost integrity and comprehensive market knowledge since 2004. We bring energy and ideas to every transaction, collaborating with clients to listen to their goals, present innovative solutions, and work diligently to best represent properties and offers. Our team keeps transactions moving forward from initial discovery through closing, with a proven track record in commercial, multifamily, and residential property transactions. 
Services
Commercial Real Estate
Multifamily Brokerage
Residential Sales
Mobile/RV Parks
Property Management
Investment Properties
Land Development
Tenant Representation
Market Analysis
Transaction Services
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of combined experience in commercial and multifamily real estate.
- Our brokers represent the #1 brokerage for multifamily transactions in the Willamette Valley.
- We provide comprehensive market analysis and tailored transaction strategies.
- Our team includes specialized brokers for commercial, residential, and mobile/RV park properties.
- We maintain a regional full-service property management division for investment properties.
Services
Commercial Real Estate
SMI provides expert representation for commercial property transactions including office spaces, retail locations, industrial warehouses, and bare land. Our brokers have extensive experience in commercial leasing and sales, with specialized knowledge of market trends and investment opportunities across the West Coast. We represent both landlords and tenants in securing optimal deals through strategic negotiations and comprehensive market analysis.
Multifamily Brokerage
As the #1 multifamily brokerage in the Willamette Valley, SMI specializes in 5-unit to 100+ unit apartment complex transactions. Our team has expertise in marketing properties to out-of-state investors, developing creative financing structures, and repositioning underperforming assets. We maintain the region's most comprehensive rent and vacancy survey covering nearly 18,000 units to inform investment decisions.
Property Management
SMI Property Management offers comprehensive services for investment property owners, focusing on maximizing returns through professional tenant screening, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. Our regional full-service approach includes matching tenants with appropriate properties based on space requirements and budget constraints while maintaining property value through proactive management strategies.
Residential Sales
Our residential real estate services cover the full spectrum of home sales from large estates to redeveloping urban neighborhoods. The growing residential team utilizes both digital marketing and traditional methods to effectively position properties in the market. We provide expert guidance for buyers and sellers navigating Oregon's diverse housing market conditions.
Mobile/RV Parks
SMI brokers handle transactions for mobile home parks and RV parks across the Pacific Northwest. Our team understands the unique regulatory and operational considerations of these properties, with experience in managing the sale of sites ranging from 36 to 105 spaces. We work closely with investors to identify opportunities that align with their portfolio objectives.
People
Gabe Johansen
President & CEO
Gabe Johansen is the President and CEO of SMI Real Estate, having acquired the company in 2016. With deep expertise in multifamily transactions, he leads the brokerage's strategic direction and maintains its position as the #1 multifamily brokerage in the Willamette Valley.
Andy King
Principal Broker
As Principal Broker, Andy King plays a key leadership role in SMI's commercial real estate transactions. He contributes to the brokerage's market analysis capabilities and helps maintain its reputation as a trusted partner for property investors across the West Coast.
Lisa Anderson
Principal Broker
Lisa Anderson serves as Principal Broker at SMI, bringing extensive experience in real estate transactions and client representation. She contributes to the brokerage's consistent performance in handling complex property deals across multiple asset classes.
Steve Morris
Principal Broker
Steve Morris, a Principal Broker at SMI, brings deep market knowledge and transaction expertise to the brokerage team. He works with clients to navigate commercial and multifamily property investments with strategic advisory services.
Casey Oliver
Principal Broker
Casey Oliver serves as Principal Broker at SMI, providing expert real estate services for clients across the brokerage's core property sectors. With extensive market experience, Casey contributes to SMI's reputation for professional representation in property transactions.
Questions
What types of real estate services does SMI offer?
SMI offers commercial, multifamily, residential, and mobile/RV park real estate brokerage services across the West Coast.
Is SMI Real Estate licensed in Oregon?
Yes, SMI Real Estate brokers are licensed in the State of Oregon with main offices in Salem and Keizer.
What makes SMI different from other brokerages?
SMI combines deep local market knowledge with a proven track record as the #1 multifamily brokerage in the Willamette Valley.
Do they handle both property sales and management?
Yes, SMI provides both brokerage services and comprehensive property management through their SMI Property Management division.
What areas do they serve?
SMI primarily serves the West Coast with focus on Oregon's Willamette Valley including Portland, Salem, Keizer, and Albany.
