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1039 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Former restaurant location along El Camino Real that can work for an owner-user or investor seeking flexible reuse.

Property Size5,421 SF
Price / SF$645.64
Days on Market111

Property Features for 1039 El Camino Real

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 5,421 SF
Class C
Property subtype Retail
Zoning CL00C3

Building Details

Year Built 1950
Stories 1
Units 1
Listing Agency: Wilbur Properties
Listed By: Anne Wilbur · License #00823559
Source: Crexi
Added: Jun 19 Changed: Sep 27 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 7:07PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This offering is a former restaurant space previously operated as Yum Cha Palace. The property is presented as commercial real estate for sale, with a setup suited to foodservice use and potential conversion for a new operator, subject to applicable approvals.

Located along El Camino Real in Menlo Park, California, the site benefits from the visibility and accessibility associated with a major retail corridor. The property’s address at 1039 El Camino Real positions it within a well-known commercial area, making it relevant for buyers evaluating location-driven reuse.

For owner-users and investors, the space offers a starting point for continuing restaurant operations or pursuing alternative concepts that fit the existing improvements. The public remarks also reference future development opportunities, which may be considered by buyers evaluating longer-term site options. Prospective parties should review the property’s current condition and applicable permitting requirements to confirm the best fit for their intended use.

Key Highlights

  • Former restaurant space along El Camino Real in Menlo Park
  • Former Yum Cha Palace location
  • Year built: 1950

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$116,240
Cap Rate
3.32%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,324,800 $2.3M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,660,571 $1.7M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,291,556 $1.3M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 5,421 SF
Gross rent
$162.6K $30.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$7.6K −$1.41/SF
EGI
$155.0K $28.59/SF
− OpEx
−$38.7K −$7.15/SF
NOI
$116.2K $21.44/SF
Area
San Mateo County, CA
Vacancy
4.70%
Lease Rate
$30.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,324,800
Cap Rate 7%
$1,660,571
Cap Rate 9%
$1,291,556

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$1.66M
$1.45M – $1.94M (±1% cap)
NOI $116,240 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.32%
Second Best
—
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Warehouse
$4.31M
$3.77M – $5.02M (±1% cap)
NOI $301,418 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.61%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Yum Cha Palace Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Electrical Service Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Parts Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Grocery & Convenience Store Auto Repair Shop

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,968
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 94025, CA

42,354
Population
16,259
Households
2.6
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
73%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
8.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,042
Density / Sq Mi
$215,871
Median Household Income
$98,160
Median Earnings
$3,169
Median Rent
$2,000,001
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region

7% 2020
6.3% 2021
5.5% 2022
5.3% 2023
5.5% 2024
5.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Former restaurant location along El Camino Real that can work for an owner-user or investor seeking flexible reuse.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 1039 El Camino Real Menlo Park, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Former restaurant space along El Camino Real in Menlo Park; Former Yum Cha Palace location; Year built: 1950
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