Service
Forest purchase
We buy mature, middle-aged and young forests with land across Lithuania. Honest valuation within 24 hours, payment on signing day.
Forest purchase is the sale of a forest plot, that is the land together with the stands growing on it, to a company that takes over the whole property and manages it further. UAB Motren buys forests across Lithuania, and the valuation and consultation cost the owner nothing.
What we buy
We buy forests of any age and condition
There is no such thing as an “unsuitable” forest. Only the price differs, and what we will do with the forest next: harvest, thin or let it grow.
- Mature and over-mature pine, spruce, birch and black alder stands
- Middle-aged forests and young stands that need thinning
- Stands damaged by windthrow, bark beetle or fire
- Harvested sites and clear-cuts with regenerating forest
- Inherited forests with several co-owners
- Plots without road access or with restrictions
Price
What determines the price of a forest
When valuing a plot we look at six main things. Indicative prices are covered on a separate page.
| Factor | Effect on price |
|---|---|
| Standing volume (m³/ha) | The main indicator. The more merchantable timber, the higher the price. |
| Species mix | Pine and spruce are valued highest, birch and black alder mid-range, aspen and grey alder lowest. |
| Age and maturity | Mature stands can be harvested right away, so they fetch more than young ones. |
| Access and terrain | Roads, distance to tarmac, wet or boggy ground all affect harvesting and haulage costs. |
| Forest group and restrictions | Felling is limited in group II and III forests and protected areas, so the price is lower. |
| Plot size and shape | Larger, compact plots are cheaper to manage, so the price per hectare is slightly higher. |
Process
How a forest sale works
01
You send the cadastral number
Fill in the form or call. The cadastral number, or the plot location and approximate area, is enough.
02
We check the registers and inspect the forest
We review the Register Centre and forest inventory data, then inspect the stand, its condition and access free of charge.
03
You receive a substantiated offer
The price is calculated from real data and put in writing. No middlemen, no hidden fees, no pressure to decide on the spot.
04
Signing at the notary
We prepare all documents and book the notary. The full amount is transferred on the day the contract is signed.
Documents
What the transaction requires
We can obtain most documents ourselves; you only need to provide identification and proof of ownership.
- Register Centre extract or the plot cadastral number
- Forest management plan, if one has been prepared
- Identity document
- Certificate of inheritance, if the forest was inherited
- Consent of co-owners or spouse, where applicable
Missing a document? We will help you obtain or order it.
Common questions
About selling forest
Do you buy forest that has already been thinned or partly harvested?
Yes. We assess how much merchantable timber remains and what the land is worth. Even a clear-cut with regenerating forest has a price.
Do I need a forest management plan before selling?
No, you can sell without one. If a plan exists it helps estimate volume more precisely and speeds up the deal.
What happens to the forest after the sale?
Mature stands are harvested under permits, and clear-cut areas are replanted within 3 years as the Forest Law requires. Younger forests are tended and grown on.
Can I sell forest that is mortgaged to a bank?
Yes, but the bank must consent. We help coordinate the procedure; the debt is often settled from the sale proceeds at the notary.
Will I pay tax on the sale?
It depends on how long you have owned the property and how you acquired it. Our selling guide summarises the rules; for your specific case we recommend checking with the State Tax Inspectorate.
Free valuation
Find out what your forest is worth
Fill in the form or call us. Within one working day we get in touch, check the registers and arrange an inspection.
- The cadastral number is required for a valuation
- You can attach an extract or photos
- No obligation to sell