Oceanside Landmark Retail Investment
For Sale
$4,290,000
525 S Coast Hwy 101, Oceanside, CA 92054
Prime Oceanside location with strong tenants and income potential.
Property Size8,550 SF
Lot Size0.32 Acres
Price / SF$501.75
Days on Market216
Property Features for 525 S Coast Hwy 101
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
8,550 SF
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Property subtype
Retail
Site & Location
Neighborhood
Townsite
Building Details
Building Size
8,550 SF
Year Built
2000
Listing Agency:
Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed By:
Mie Kim · License #01754560
Source:
Velocityrealtysd
Added: Mar 27
Changed: Oct 26
Last Checked: Oct 28 at 1:25PM
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Investment Insights
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Located on South Coast Highway in Oceanside, California, this property occupies a prime position in the city’s coastal revitalization area, eight blocks from the Pacific Ocean. The property features an 8,550 square-foot stand-alone building on a 14,091 square-foot corner lot, known for its architectural design. The site includes 25 dedicated parking spaces. A T-Mobile cell tower is located on-site, providing a passive income source. The property benefits from a newer primary roof and a recently replaced lower entrance roof. The property is currently leased to Vital Climbing Gym and T-Mobile. The Vital Gym lease, starting November 1, 2025, and running through October 31, 2027, includes 2% annual rent escalations and two five-year renewal options. T-Mobile has maintained a presence at this site since 2000, with the current lease expiring July 31, 2028, and active renewal negotiations are in progress. The property is surrounded by new developments and zoning changes designed to maximize density and property values.
Key Highlights
- Immediate Yield Enhancement: Opportunity to finalize favorable terms with T‑Mobile and achieve a 5.1% stabilized Cap Rate.
- Mission‑Critical Infrastructure: T‑Mobile has been at this location since 2000, with high renewal probability.
- Strategic Location: Prime 'Main Strip' position on South Coast Highway, near the Pacific Ocean.
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI / Yr
$130,740
Cap Rate
3.05%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,614,800
$2.6M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,867,714
$1.9M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,452,667
$1.5M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 8,550 SF
Gross rent
$214.4K $25.08/SF
− Vacancy
−$27.7K −$3.24/SF
EGI
$186.8K $21.84/SF
− OpEx
−$56.0K −$6.55/SF
NOI
$130.7K $15.29/SF
Area
Oceanside, CA
Vacancy
12.90%
Lease Rate
$25.08 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,614,800
Cap Rate 7%
$1,867,714
Cap Rate 9%
$1,452,667
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Retail
$1.87M
$1.63M – $2.18M
NOI $130,740 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.05%
Second Best
—
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$2.86M
$2.50M – $3.34M
NOI $200,177 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.67%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
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Trade Area within ½ mile
2,090
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Demographics for 92054, CA
38,667
Population
18,113
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
7.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,156
Density / Sq Mi
$76,974
Median Household Income
$38,716
Median Earnings
$1,847
Median Rent
$851,100
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Retail property - Prime Oceanside location with strong tenants and income potential.
Where is this retail property located?
The property is located at 525 S Coast Hwy 101 Oceanside, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $4,290,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Immediate Yield Enhancement: Opportunity to finalize favorable terms with T‑Mobile and achieve a 5.1% stabilized Cap Rate.; Mission‑Critical Infrastructure: T‑Mobile has been at this location since 2000, with high renewal probability.; Strategic Location: Prime 'Main Strip' position on South Coast Highway, near the Pacific Ocean.
