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    525 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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

    Type:Office, Industrial, Mixed Use
    Property size:
    10,723 SF
    Price / SF:
    $461/SF
    Added:
    May 28, 2026
    Days on Market:
    10
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 6 at 4:53 am

    Property Features for 525 Anacapa Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    10,723 SF
    Property subtype
    Office, Industrial, Mixed Use

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1974

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    Listing Contact
    Gene Deering

    Listing agent Gene Deering License #CA 01450943

    Listing office Radius Commercial Real Estate & Investments Santa Barbara

    Listing date May 28, 2026

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    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
    • Building offers a flexible platform for a wide range of uses, including owner‑user occupancy
    • Listed as an adaptive re‑use conversion candidate based on building size and layout
    • Potential value‑add strategy noted: modernization, re‑leasing, or creative reconfiguration

    Overview

    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.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    SBCC Cosmetology Academy Vocational School

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Pharmacy Daycare Center

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

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    City
    Santa Barbara
    County
    Santa Barbara
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -119.6954107
    Latitude
    34.4183475

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    FAQs

    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 Street Santa Barbara, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $4,950,000.
    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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    Real Estate License ID: CA 01450943
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    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:

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    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

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    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.

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    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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    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • 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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