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Santa Maria Retail Investment Opportunity

508 W Main St, Santa Maria, CA 93458

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100% occupied retail property with value-add potential in Santa Maria.

Property Size9,122 SF
Lot Size0.33 Acres
Days on Market204

Property Features for 508 W Main St

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 9,122 SF
Lot size 0.33 Acres
Property subtype Retail
Zoning C-2
Occupancy 100%
Lease Type Gross
Investment Type Stabilized

Site & Location

Neighborhood Midco

Building Details

Units 6
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: Lee & Associates - San Luis Obispo - Central California
Listed By: Alex Olsen · License CA #01126609
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 21 Changed: Aug 15 Last Checked: Aug 14 at 6:08AM

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Investment Insights

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Located on West Main Street in Santa Maria, the property at 508-518 W Main Street is a 100% occupied, multi-tenant retail investment. The property contains approximately 9,122 square feet of space. Situated on Highway 166, the site benefits from a traffic volume of 24,050 cars per day. The property is one block west of the Santa Maria Town Center. The property is zoned C-2 and includes on-site parking. The site consists of six units across three buildings on a lot of approximately 14,374 square feet. All six units are currently leased, generating an annual gross income of $172,362. The tenant mix includes a full-service restaurant, financial services, health and beauty services, and specialty retail. Five of the six leases expire on August 31, 2026. Santa Maria is the largest city in Santa Barbara County, with a population of approximately 110,000, and serves as the commercial hub of the Central Coast's tri-county region. The demographics within a 3-mile radius include 103,269 residents and an average household income of $96,863.

Key Highlights

  • 100% occupied multi‑tenant retail investment property generating $172,362 in annual gross income.
  • Significant value‑add opportunity through rent adjustments and conversion to NNN leases.
  • High‑traffic location on Highway 166 (W Main Street) with 24,050 cars per day**.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$126,201
Cap Rate
7.01%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,524,020 $2.5M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,802,871 $1.8M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,402,233 $1.4M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 9,122 SF
Gross rent
$197.0K $21.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$16.7K −$1.84/SF
EGI
$180.3K $19.76/SF
− OpEx
−$54.1K −$5.93/SF
NOI
$126.2K $13.83/SF
Area
Santa Maria, CA
Vacancy
8.50%
Lease Rate
$21.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,524,020
Cap Rate 7%
$1,802,871
Cap Rate 9%
$1,402,233

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$1.80M
$1.58M – $2.10M (±1% cap)
NOI $126,201 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.01%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$3.08M
$2.70M – $3.60M (±1% cap)
NOI $215,775 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.99%
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Current Use

Mi Gusto Es ... Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service Pet Store Carpet & Flooring Store

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

1,871
Businesses Nearby
197k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Apparel 35% Leisure 24% Shops & Services 21% Dining 20%
Macy's Apparel
58,579 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Edwards Santa Maria 14 & RPX Leisure
46,417 visits/mo 0.4 miles
McDonald's Dining
33,352 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Bank of America Shops & Services
24,016 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Big 5 Sporting Goods Apparel
11,145 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 93458, CA

59,927
Population
14,433
Households
4.2
Avg Household Size
28
Median Age
9%
College-Educated
50%
High-School Grad
28.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,110
Density / Sq Mi
$73,518
Median Household Income
$30,278
Median Earnings
$1,825
Median Rent
$460,300
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region

7% 2020
6.3% 2021
5.5% 2022
5.3% 2023
5.5% 2024
5.8% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Strip mall - 100% occupied retail property with value-add potential in Santa Maria.
Where is this strip mall located?
The property is located at 508 W Main St Santa Maria, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,800,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 100% occupied multi‑tenant retail investment property generating $172,362 in annual gross income.; Significant value‑add opportunity through rent adjustments and conversion to NNN leases.; High‑traffic location on Highway 166 (W Main Street) with 24,050 cars per day**.
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