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Historic Visalia Depot Restaurant Opportunity
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207 E Oak Ave, Visalia, CA

Unique property with restaurant and office development potential.

Property Size9,275 SF
Lot Size0.75 Acres
Price / SF$350.40
Days on Market1102

Property Features for 207 E Oak Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 9,275 SF
Lot size 0.75 Acres
Property subtype RETAIL
Listing Agency: Graham & Associates
Listed By: Matthew 'Matt' Graham
Source: Moodyscre
Added: Jul 27, 2023 Changed: Jul 6 Last Checked: Jul 21 at 3:12AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This distinctly unique property, formerly Visalia’s original train station built in 1916, is available for acquisition in downtown Visalia. Known as The Depot Restaurant, the property showcases timeless elegance and European architectural influences. The space features restored stained glass art pieces imported from Italian Church ruins. The dining alcove is adorned with chandeliers imported from Spain and crystal glass windows from a century-old New Orleans hotel. A custom-made dome constructed from hundreds of pieces of stained glass adds to the detailed design. The property offers the option to continue its legacy as a restaurant, utilizing its two bars, wine cellar, and food and beverage storage. Alternatively, it presents a development opportunity to transform the space into an office building. The property includes spacious rooms of varied sizes, including a wine cellar, banquet room, and dining alcoves, offering potential as a desired office building. The banquet room can serve as a space for personal parties or conference rooms, while the 612 Lounge Space can accommodate up to 60 people. The property features accents of Spanish gold leaf tile, a 125-year-old hand-carved altar rail, and iron gates. The property has a size of 9275 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • Unique historical property: Visalia's original 1916 train station, offering a distinctive and memorable space.
  • Versatile potential: Suitable for continuing as a restaurant or redevelopment into an office building.
  • Elegant architectural details: Features restored stained glass, Spanish chandeliers, and crystal glass.

Financial Insights For Office B

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $244.9k $26.40
− Vacancy −$49.2k −$5.31
EGI $195.6k $21.09
− OpEx −$48.9k −$5.27
NOI $146.7k $15.82
9,275 SF · lease $26.40/SF/yr · vacancy 20.10% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$2.10M
$1.83M – $2.45M (±1% cap)
NOI $146,732 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.51%
Second Best
Specialty Retail
$2.03M
$1.77M – $2.36M (±1% cap)
NOI $141,841 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.36%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$2.54M
$2.22M – $2.96M (±1% cap)
NOI $177,857 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.47%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

The Southern Pacific Depot Restaurant

Suggested Use

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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

96
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Market

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Vacancy Rate% for Office in West region

11% 2019
14.1% 2020
15.5% 2021
17.2% 2022
19.9% 2023
21% 2024
20.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Restaurant - Unique property with restaurant and office development potential.
Where is this restaurant located?
The property is located at 207 E Oak Ave Visalia, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Unique historical property: Visalia's original 1916 train station, offering a distinctive and memorable space.; Versatile potential: Suitable for continuing as a restaurant or redevelopment into an office building.; Elegant architectural details: Features restored stained glass, Spanish chandeliers, and crystal glass.
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