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    14 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076

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    $699,000

    Retail building with recent improvements and public parking access in a high-traffic downtown setting.

    Added:
    Apr 18, 2026
    Days on Market:
    50
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 6 at 5:03 am

    Property Features for 14 E Lake Ave

    General Information

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    Listing Contact
    Datta Khalsa

    Listing agent Datta Khalsa License #01161050

    Listing office Main Street Realtors

    Listing date Apr 18, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Retail building in Watsonville’s Central Business District with high vehicle and pedestrian traffic counts
    • Convenient access to public parking lots for customers and employees
    • Flexible options for a wide range of uses at this location
    • Owner invested an estimated $120K–$140K in TIs, repairs, and capital improvements

    Overview

    This classic retail building offers flexible options for a wide range of uses. The current owner has invested an estimated $120K–$140K into tenant improvements, repairs, and capital improvements, supporting an owner-operator or investor’s plan to put the space to work.

    Located in the heart of Watsonville’s Central Business District at 14 E Lake Ave, the property benefits from high vehicle and pedestrian traffic counts. Convenient access to public parking lots supports both customer visits and employee needs.

    For tenants, buyers, or operators, the building’s adaptable nature can accommodate multiple retail or service concepts, while the downtown exposure and readily available parking help support day-to-day customer access. As a For Sale opportunity, it presents a practical option for an owner who wants control over occupancy and positioning, or for an investor seeking a street-level retail asset in a busy commercial corridor.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Watsonville ADU Building Supply

    Suggested Use

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

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

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    • Eadams Designs — 625 California St, Watsonville, CA 95076
    • Sweet Petals Florist — 534 Manzana St, Watsonville, CA 95076

    Location Insight

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    City
    Watsonville
    County
    Santa Cruz
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -121.7576989
    Latitude
    36.9118395

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Storefront property - Retail building with recent improvements and public parking access in a high-traffic downtown setting.
    Where is this storefront property located?
    The property is located at 14 E Lake Ave Watsonville, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $699,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Retail building in Watsonville’s Central Business District with high vehicle and pedestrian traffic counts; Convenient access to public parking lots for customers and employees; Flexible options for a wide range of uses at this location
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    Real Estate License ID: 01161050
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    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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