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    490 California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306

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    High-visibility retail space in Palo Alto's coveted commercial district.

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    2,780 SF
    Added:
    Apr 15, 2026
    Days on Market:
    47
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 31 at 8:11 pm

    Property Features for 490 California Avenue

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    2,780 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail

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    Listing Contact
    Alex Sagues

    Listing agent Alex Sagues License #02055525

    Listing office CBRE | San Francisco

    Listing date Apr 15, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location in the heart of Silicon Valley's coveted California Avenue commercial district.
    • High visibility hard corner position at the main entry to California Avenue.
    • Surrounded by world‑class innovators and companies like Tesla and HP.
    • Area benefits from strong daily foot traffic and walkability.
    • Recently repositioned and modernized to align with the neighborhood's caliber.
    • Located in an affluent and intellectually dense area.

    Overview

    Located in the heart of Palo Alto's oldest commercial district, 490 California Avenue is situated among world-class innovators and benefits from its proximity to Stanford University. The property has been thoughtfully repositioned to align with the neighborhood's caliber. The area's walkability, strong daily foot traffic, and concentration of cafes, restaurants, and services create a built-in audience. The available ground floor space of 2,780 square feet occupies a hard corner position at the main entry into the district, offering rare visibility and prominence. This location is suitable for businesses seeking a presence in an area where innovation, talent, and lifestyle converge.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Club Pilates Gym & Fitness Center Best In Class Education ... Tutoring Service Infoworks.io (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store ZipRecruiter Corporate Office Technology Credit Union Credit Union

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Gym & Fitness Center

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

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    City
    Palo Alto
    County
    Santa Clara
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -122.1459185
    Latitude
    37.4254404

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    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - High-visibility retail space in Palo Alto's coveted commercial district.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 490 California Avenue Palo Alto, CA.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in the heart of Silicon Valley's coveted California Avenue commercial district.; High visibility hard corner position at the main entry to California Avenue.; Surrounded by world‑class innovators and companies like Tesla and HP.
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    Real Estate License ID: 02055525
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

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    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for actions taken based on these estimates.

    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    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

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    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

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation 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 estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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