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    353 University AVE Palo Alto, CA 94301

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    $43,601 SF/Yr $21,851,367/Mo (calc)

    Commercial Lease - PALO ALTO, CA

    Property size:
    6,014 SF
    Lot size:
    0.14 Acres
    Added:
    Aug 27, 2025
    Days on Market:
    251
    Last Refresh:
    May 4 at 5:06 am

    Property Features for 353 University AVE

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Lease
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    Commercial
    Interior features
    Wheelchair Access, None
    Accessibility
    Accessible Approach with Ramp
    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    6,014 SF
    Lot size
    0.14 Acres

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Other (Heating)
    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1972
    Roof type
    Tar/Gravel
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Rajendra Naidoo

    Listing agent Rajendra Naidoo License #01160416

    Listing office Tavena Realty Group 6197 Gerdts Drive, Woodside, CA

    Listing date Aug 27, 2025

    MLS# ML82019216 Listing URL

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    Overview

    Prime Palo Alto Commercial Space

    Located in downtown Palo Alto on University Avenue and Florence, this commercial space offers 6,014 square feet suitable for high-tech offices, retail, restaurants, and financial services. The unit benefits from excellent foot traffic and is situated near the Apple Store, Brandy Melville, Salt & Straw, CVS Pharmacy, Crepevine, The RealReal, Rooh, IL Fornaio, and Chico's Pizza My Heart. The location is also close to Stanford University and Medical, as well as Palo Alto City Hall. The unit includes two restrooms, five offices, and a large main area. The lot size is 0.1381 acres.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Medallion Rug Gallery (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Gym & Fitness Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Palo Alto
    County
    Santa Clara
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -122.1611135
    Latitude
    37.446719

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Downtown Palo Alto retail/office/restaurant space with high foot traffic.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 353 University AVE Palo Alto, CA.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $43,601.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime downtown Palo Alto location on University Avenue and Florence.; High foot traffic area.; Suitable for various uses: high tech offices, retail, restaurant, financial services, etc.
    (650) 758-8695
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    Listing Contact
    Rajendra Naidoo
    Real Estate License ID: 01160416
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    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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