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Flexible Commercial Building
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$4,350,000
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525 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Versatile building in downtown Santa Barbara, offering flexibility for owner-users, tenants, and adaptive re-use considerations.

Property Size10,723 SF
Days on Market405

Property Features for 525 Anacapa St

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 10,723 SF
Property subtype Commercial
Listing Agency: Radius Group Commercial R.E.
Listed By: Paul Gamberdella
Source: Santaynezvalleyhomesforsale
Added: Sep 11, 2025 Changed: Oct 1 Last Checked: Oct 19 at 6:49AM

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Investment Insights

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525 Anacapa Street is a substantial flex-style commercial building offering a flexible platform for a wide range of uses. The property totals 10,723 SF and is presented as adaptable for different operating models, including an owner-user setup or a reconfiguration approach for future tenants. Its scale and layout also support consideration as an adaptive or conversion project.

Located in Downtown Santa Barbara, the property is described as being just steps from State Street and positioned within a highly walkable area. The listing also notes strong visibility in the core, supporting accessibility to the surrounding dining, shopping, and cultural amenities.

For owner-users, the building can function as a headquarters or flagship location along a central downtown corridor. For investors or operators, the asset is framed as suitable for value-add planning such as modernization, re-leasing, or creative reconfiguration. The combination of downtown positioning, visibility, and overall size makes it a practical option for parties seeking a flexible building that can be tailored to their intended use or conversion strategy.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 10,723 SF building for flexible use in Downtown Santa Barbara
  • Year built: 1974
  • Located in the heart of Downtown Santa Barbara, just steps from State Street

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$191,296
Cap Rate
4.40%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$3,825,920 $3.8M
Cap Rate 7%
$2,732,800 $2.7M
Cap Rate 9%
$2,125,511 $2.1M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 10,723 SF
Gross rent
$283.1K $26.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$28.0K −$2.61/SF
EGI
$255.1K $23.79/SF
− OpEx
−$63.8K −$5.95/SF
NOI
$191.3K $17.84/SF
Area
Santa Barbara County, CA
Vacancy
9.90%
Lease Rate
$26.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$3,825,920
Cap Rate 7%
$2,732,800
Cap Rate 9%
$2,125,511

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$2.73M
$2.39M – $3.19M (±1% cap)
NOI $191,296 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.40%
Second Best
Flex RnD
$1.96M
$1.72M – $2.29M (±1% cap)
NOI $137,495 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.16%
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$3.37M
$2.94M – $3.93M (±1% cap)
NOI $235,586 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.42%
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Current Use

SBCC Cosmetology Academy Vocational School

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Tanning Salon Pet Grooming Service Nursing Home Adult Day Care

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

6,040
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 93101, CA

30,513
Population
13,664
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
41%
College-Educated
83%
High-School Grad
3.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
9,535
Density / Sq Mi
$79,868
Median Household Income
$42,614
Median Earnings
$2,109
Median Rent
$1,122,200
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in West region

11% 2019
14.1% 2020
15.5% 2021
17.2% 2022
19.9% 2023
21% 2024
20.8% 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Flex space - Versatile building in downtown Santa Barbara, offering flexibility for owner-users, tenants, and adaptive re-use considerations.
Where is this flex space located?
The property is located at 525 Anacapa St Santa Barbara, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $4,350,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 10,723 SF building for flexible use in Downtown Santa Barbara; Year built: 1974; Located in the heart of Downtown Santa Barbara, just steps from State Street
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