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Central Business District Retail Building
For Sale
$699,000

14 E Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076

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

Property Size4,200 SF
Price / SF$166.43
Days on Market132

Property Features for 14 E Lake Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 4,200 SF
Property subtype General Commercial

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $6,180

Amenities

3

Building Details

Year Built 1948
Listing Agency: MAIN STREET REALTORS
Listed By: Main Street Realtors · License #01161050
Source: Xome
Added: Apr 15 Changed: Aug 23 Last Checked: Aug 23 at 5:35AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

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.

Key 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

Property Analytics

Current Use

Watsonville ADU Building Supply

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Pet Grooming Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Nursing Home Pet Store

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

1,719
Businesses Nearby
140k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 56% Dining 34% Apparel 3% Home Improvements & Furnishings 3%
McDonald's Dining
25,892 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Exxon Shops & Services
19,391 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Burger King Dining
17,260 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Bank of America Shops & Services
12,919 visits/mo 0.1 miles
U.S. Bank Shops & Services
8,849 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 95076, CA

84,433
Population
26,488
Households
3.2
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
19%
College-Educated
72%
High-School Grad
135.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
625
Density / Sq Mi
$86,685
Median Household Income
$36,077
Median Earnings
$1,851
Median Rent
$767,200
Median Home Value

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?
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 Avenue 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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