Storefront with Salon
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153 E 5th AVE, San Mateo, CA 94401
The space accommodates office, retail, and personal-service uses in a downtown setting across from Central Park.
Property Size845 SF
Price / SF$4.35
Days on Market379
Property Features for 153 E 5th AVE
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
845 SF
Building Details
Year Built
1958
Listing Agency:
Compass
Listed By:
Guy Giuffre · License #01393931
(831) 566-5430
Source:
Giuffreproperties
Added: Oct 17, 2025
Changed: Oct 28
Last Checked: Oct 28 at 4:30PM
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This 845-square-foot storefront, built in 1958, is configured as a hair salon. The space is also identified for office, retail, and personal-service uses, offering a compact commercial layout in downtown San Mateo.
Central Park is across the street, with public parking lots accessible nearby. The property has a 99 Walk Score and is six blocks from Caltrain; SamTrans bus service, BART, and San Francisco International Airport are also cited as nearby transportation options. The setting includes pedestrian activity, and the storefront offers signage opportunities.
Central Park is across the street, with public parking lots accessible nearby. The property has a 99 Walk Score and is six blocks from Caltrain; SamTrans bus service, BART, and San Francisco International Airport are also cited as nearby transportation options. The setting includes pedestrian activity, and the storefront offers signage opportunities.
Key Highlights
- 845 square feet; currently configured as a hair salon
- Identified for office, retail, and personal‑service uses
- Across from Central Park in downtown San Mateo
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI / Yr
$21,578
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$431,560
$431.6K
Cap Rate 7%
$308,257
$308.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$239,756
$239.8K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 845 SF
Gross rent
$32.3K $38.28/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.5K −$1.80/SF
EGI
$30.8K $36.48/SF
− OpEx
−$9.2K −$10.94/SF
NOI
$21.6K $25.54/SF
Area
San Mateo, CA
Vacancy
4.70%
Lease Rate
$38.28 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$431,560
Cap Rate 7%
$308,257
Cap Rate 9%
$239,756
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Retail
$308.3K
$269.7K – $359.6K
NOI $21,578 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 587.16%
Second Best
—
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$334.2K
$292.4K – $389.9K
NOI $23,395 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 636.60%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
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Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
3,881
Businesses Nearby
74k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
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Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Dining 50%
Shops & Services 34%
Apparel 8%
Home Improvements & Furnishings 4%
Starbucks
Dining
16,243 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Bank of America
Shops & Services
9,959 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Philz Coffee
Dining
8,482 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Baskin-Robbins
Dining
7,566 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Citibank
Shops & Services
6,123 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Demographics for 94401, CA
35,249
Population
13,798
Households
2.6
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
45%
College-Educated
85%
High-School Grad
3.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
11,371
Density / Sq Mi
$121,258
Median Household Income
$57,724
Median Earnings
$2,713
Median Rent
$1,123,300
Median Home Value
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Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Storefront property - The space accommodates office, retail, and personal-service uses in a downtown setting across from Central Park.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 153 E 5th AVE San Mateo, CA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 845 square feet; currently configured as a hair salon; Identified for office, retail, and personal‑service uses; Across from Central Park in downtown San Mateo
