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Freestanding Auto Repair Building
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For Sale
$999,000

2004 Imperial, San Diego, CA 92102

Freestanding auto repair and service building on a prominent corner lot with an estimated 12 parking spaces.

Property Size1,200 SF
Price / SF$832.50
Days on Market2

Property Features for 2004 Imperial

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,200 SF
Total Parking Spaces 12
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning multi-use

Site & Location

Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes

Building Details

Buildings 1
Listing Agency: SD HOMES
Listed By: Keoki Rosa · License #01743695
Source: Elliman
Added: Jul 29 Changed: Jul 30 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 5:46AM

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 SD HOMES

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This freestanding auto repair and service building is located on a prominent corner lot and is currently configured for automotive repair and service operations. The property is described as an approximately 20' x 60' building (about 1,200 sq ft) on a big lot of about 5,700 sq ft. The building needs some work, and there is mention of an older Phase 1 completed.

The site is approximately six blocks east of PETCO Park and about two blocks from Interstate 5. The corner location is positioned to support visibility, accessibility, and exposure for automotive-related businesses, and the property is also described as suited for other commercial uses including retail offices and a distribution center.

The information notes that a buyer could rehab with current multi-use zoning. Interested parties are advised to verify zoning, permitted uses, building size, and property information to their satisfaction.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 5,700 sq ft lot on a prominent corner lot
  • Approximately 20' x 60' building (about 1,200 sq ft) configured for auto repair and service
  • Needs some work; older Phase 1 completed

Financial Insights For Retail

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $43.2k $36.00
− Vacancy −$1.8k −$1.52
EGI $41.4k $34.48
− OpEx −$12.4k −$10.35
NOI $29.0k $24.14
1,200 SF · lease $36.00/SF/yr · vacancy 4.21% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$413.8K
$362.1K – $482.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $28,967 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.90%
Second Best
Warehouse
$246.2K
$215.4K – $287.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $17,233 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 1.73%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$474.0K
$414.7K – $553.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $33,178 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.32%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Auto shops

Suggested Use

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Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,679
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 92102, CA

39,783
Population
15,622
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
29%
College-Educated
80%
High-School Grad
4.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
8,841
Density / Sq Mi
$71,319
Median Household Income
$40,142
Median Earnings
$1,855
Median Rent
$646,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in San Diego, CA

5.1% 2019
5% 2020
2.5% 2021
2.4% 2022
4.4% 2023
6.5% 2024
7.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Auto shop - Freestanding auto repair and service building on a prominent corner lot with an estimated 12 parking spaces.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 2004 Imperial San Diego, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $999,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 5,700 sq ft lot on a prominent corner lot; Approximately 20' x 60' building (about 1,200 sq ft) configured for auto repair and service; Needs some work; older Phase 1 completed
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