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Mixed-Use Asset on High-Traffic Corner

6172-6196 University Ave San Diego, CA 92115

6172-6196 University Ave, San Diego, CA, 92115
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Retail/mixed-use property with upside potential near transit.

Property Size20,934 SF
Price / SF$286.62
AddedMay 9
Days on Market67
Last RefreshJun 21 at 9:04 am

Property Features for 6172-6196 University Ave

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
20,934 SF
Property subtype
Retail, Multifamily, Industrial, Mixed Use

Building Details

Year Built
1960

Listing office Palm Tree Properties

Listing date May 9, 2026

Source Crexi

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This approximately 20,934 square foot retail/mixed-use asset is situated on three parcels located at the corner of University Avenue and College Avenue, an area with high traffic. The property is zoned RS-1-7 and CC-4-3 within the Central Urbanized Planned District. Located in the Mid-City Eastern Area, it is also a designated Transit Priority Area. The property offers strong visibility and long-term upside potential due to its proximity to housing and public transit.

Key Highlights

  • High‑traffic corner location at University Ave and College Ave.
  • Significant size: +/- 20,934 SF retail/mixed‑use asset.
  • Zoned RS‑1‑7 and CC‑4‑3, allowing for diverse development possibilities.

Local Financial Insights For Retail

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $753.6k $36.00
− Vacancy −$31.7k −$1.52
EGI $721.9k $34.48
− OpEx −$216.6k −$10.35
NOI $505.3k $24.14
20,934 SF · lease $36.00/SF/yr · vacancy 4.21% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$7.22M
$6.32M – $8.42M (±1% cap)
NOI $505,328 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.42%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$5.78M
$5.06M – $6.74M (±1% cap)
NOI $404,445 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.74%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$8.27M
$7.23M – $9.65M (±1% cap)
NOI $578,783 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.65%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Mixed-use properties

Suggested Use

Real Estate Agency Law Firm Parking Lot & Garage HVAC Service Garden Center Accounting Firm Building Supply (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Furniture & Home Goods

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Retail/mixed-use property with upside potential near transit.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 6172-6196 University Ave San Diego, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $6,000,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: High‑traffic corner location at University Ave and College Ave.; Significant size: +/- 20,934 SF retail/mixed‑use asset.; Zoned RS‑1‑7 and CC‑4‑3, allowing for diverse development possibilities.
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