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    1616 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Merced, CA 95340

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    45,000 SF build-to-suit opportunity in Downtown Merced.

    Type:Commercial
    Property size:
    15,000 SF
    Added:
    May 20, 2026
    Days on Market:
    11
    Last Refresh:
    May 21 at 8:38 am

    Property Features for 1616 Martin Luther King Jr Way

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    15,000 SF
    Property subtype
    Commercial

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    Listing Contact
    ERNESTO OCHOA

    Listing agent ERNESTO OCHOA License #01247053

    Listing office KELLER WILLIAMS PROPERTY TEAM

    Listing date May 20, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime commercial/retail space on a hard signalized corner.
    • "Build To Suit" opportunity on a 45,000 square foot lot.
    • Located in the heart of Downtown Merced.
    • Close proximity to Highway 99 on/off ramp.
    • Near existing In‑N‑Out Burger and proposed Chick‑fil‑A.
    • Down the street from proposed Merced High‑Speed Rail Station.

    Overview

    This is a build-to-suit opportunity on a combined 45,000 square foot lot located in the heart of Downtown Merced. Previously the site of Kentucky Fried Chicken, this prime commercial/retail space is situated on the hard signalized corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Way and 16th Street. The current ownership offers to build to suit with a long-term lease commitment. The site is located three blocks from the Highway 99 on/off ramp and two blocks from the existing In-N-Out Burger and the site of the newly proposed Chick-fil-A. Additionally, the site is down the street from the proposed Merced High-Speed Rail Station. The Merced Downtown District serves as the seat of Local Government and a hub for cultural and performing arts, featuring art galleries, live performing arts theaters, fine restaurants, and professional offices. The property size is 15,000 square feet.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Hotel & Motel

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

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    City
    Merced
    County
    Merced
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -120.4804778
    Latitude
    37.2995085

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - 45,000 SF build-to-suit opportunity in Downtown Merced.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 1616 Martin Luther King Jr Way Merced, CA.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime commercial/retail space on a hard signalized corner.; "Build To Suit" opportunity on a 45,000 square foot lot.; Located in the heart of Downtown Merced.
    (209) 500-4663
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    ERNESTO OCHOA
    Real Estate License ID: 01247053
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    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

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    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

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    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

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    • 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
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