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Passco

Sponsor Overview

Passco Companies curates a diverse range of Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) investments, offering investors access to institutional-grade real estate with income-generating potential. Specializing in multifamily and commercial property acquisitions, Passco focuses on markets poised for growth and long-term performance. With over $8 billion in total acquisitions and more than $4 billion in assets under management, their seasoned team combines market expertise and proactive asset management to create opportunities tailored to investor needs.

Corporate Headquarters

2050 Main Street, Suite 650 Irvine, CA 92614

CEO & Founder

William O. Passo
William O. Passo is the visionary leader behind Passco Companies, bringing decades of expertise in real estate investment, development, and asset management. Under his leadership, the firm has grown into a premier national sponsor of DSTs, known for its commitment to excellence and investor success. His strategic insight and unwavering dedication have positioned Passco as a trusted partner in the 1031 exchange and DST industry.
Founded
Assets Under Management:
Geographic Reach
1998
$4 billion
24+ states nationwide
Founded
1998
Assets Under Management:
$4 billion
Geographic Reach
24+ states nationwide

Investment Strategy

Institutional-Grade Focus

Specializes in institutional-quality multifamily properties with stable cash flow and long-term appreciation.

Strategic Markets

Targets high-growth metropolitan areas with strong employment, population expansion, and rental demand.

Data-Driven

Utilizes market research and analytics to make informed investment decisions and maximize returns.

Long-Term Value

Implements structured exit strategies through 1031 exchanges, DST offerings, and institutional sales.

Primary Property Sectors

Multifamily

Passco specializes in acquiring institutional-grade, Class A and B multifamily communities in high-growth markets, ensuring stable occupancy, strong cash flow, and long-term value appreciation.

Recently Closed Offerings

Multi-Family

Passco Encore DST

  • Property Status: Closed Offering
  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • State: Missouri
  • City: Belton
  • Properties: 1
  • Equity Offering: $42,475,000
Multi-Family

Passco Covington Ridge DST

  • Property Status: Closed Offering
  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • State: Kentucky
  • City: Covington
  • Properties: 1
  • Equity Offering: $35,000,000
Multi-Family

Passco Chestnut Farm DST

  • Property Status: Closed Offering
  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • State: North Carolina
  • City: Matthews
  • Properties: 1
  • Equity Offering: $38,675,000
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  • Assets Under Management (AUM) denotes the aggregate value of all assets managed by the organization, encompassing Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) as well as other investment vehicles.
  • All AUM statistics are as of December 31, 2023. Past performance of the Sponsor does not guarantee future results. Aggregation and liquidity objectives, timing, and results are not guaranteed.
  • High-grade institutional property refers to property that attracts large sophisticated investors due to the size and quality of the property – e.g. pension funds, life insurance companies, real estate investment trusts (“REITs”), university endowments, sovereign wealth funds, etc.

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