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Downtown Retail and Office Space
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$1,215,000

140 Central Avenue, Salinas, CA 93901

Commercial property on Central Avenue offers downtown visibility and convenient access for retail, office, or service-oriented use.

Property Size2,629 SF
Price / SF$462.15
Days on Market115

Property Features for 140 Central Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,629 SF
Property subtype Commercial/Industrial

Building Details

Year Built 1938
Listing Agency: Baird Partnership, Inc.
Listed By: Patrick Stafford · License #01857243
Source: Exitrealty
Added: Jun 19 Changed: Sep 15 Last Checked: Sep 15 at 5:37AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Baird Partnership, Inc.

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

140 Central Avenue is a commercial property offering space suited for retail, office, service-oriented, or creative users. The offering is positioned for daytime customer traffic and flexible business use within a central downtown setting.

Located in the heart of Downtown Salinas along one of the city’s primary commercial corridors, the property benefits from strong visibility and convenient access. The immediate area is described as a mix of restaurants, retail, professional services, and municipal offices.

Public walkability indicators are provided with a Walk Score of 79 (Very Walkable). Bike and transit indicators are also noted, with Bike Score of 50 (Bikeable) and Transit Score of 29 (Some Transit).

Key Highlights

  • Commercial property at 140 Central Avenue, built in 1938
  • Located in Downtown Salinas on Central Avenue, a primary commercial corridor
  • Convenient access and close proximity to restaurants, retail, professional services, and municipal offices

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$40,602
Cap Rate
3.34%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$812,040 $812.0K
Cap Rate 7%
$580,029 $580.0K
Cap Rate 9%
$451,133 $451.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,629 SF
Gross rent
$69.4K $26.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$15.3K −$5.81/SF
EGI
$54.1K $20.59/SF
− OpEx
−$13.5K −$5.15/SF
NOI
$40.6K $15.44/SF
Area
Salinas, CA
Vacancy
22.00%
Lease Rate
$26.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$812,040
Cap Rate 7%
$580,029
Cap Rate 9%
$451,133

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$580.0K
$507.5K – $676.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $40,602 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.34%
Second Best
Retail
$536.1K
$469.1K – $625.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $37,524 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.09%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$827.8K
$724.3K – $965.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $57,947 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.77%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Lifesafer Ignition Interlock Building Supply

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Catering Service Veterinary Clinic

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

2,121
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 93901, CA

29,700
Population
11,328
Households
2.6
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
29%
College-Educated
81%
High-School Grad
9.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,094
Density / Sq Mi
$91,639
Median Household Income
$47,620
Median Earnings
$1,792
Median Rent
$721,100
Median Home Value
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Market

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?
Storefront property - Commercial property on Central Avenue offers downtown visibility and convenient access for retail, office, or service-oriented use.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 140 Central Avenue Salinas, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,215,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Commercial property at 140 Central Avenue, built in 1938; Located in Downtown Salinas on Central Avenue, a primary commercial corridor; Convenient access and close proximity to restaurants, retail, professional services, and municipal offices
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