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640 C St, San Diego, CA 92101

Historic downtown asset with extensive building-system upgrades and preserved Art Deco character.

Property Size20,000 SF
Days on Market144

Property Features for 640 C St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 20,000 SF
Property subtype Retail

Additional Details

Sprinkler System Yes

Amenities

New Roof
Elevator
Stairwells
HVAC
Glass Windows
Restrooms
Electrical
Plumbing
Full Seismic Retrofit

Building Details

Year Built 1928
Buildings 1
Stories 4
Construction reinforced concrete, Art Deco/moderne
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Commercial
Listed By: Anni Grimes · License #CA 01301792
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 11 Changed: Aug 31 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 8:07PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located at 640 C Street in downtown San Diego’s Financial District, this four-story storefront property provides approximately 20,000 rentable square feet. Built in 1928, the reinforced-concrete structure features an Art Deco/Moderne architectural design with original stone and marble exterior elements.

Recent work includes a new roof, elevator, stairwells, fire sprinklers, HVAC, glass windows, restrooms, electrical and plumbing systems, along with a full seismic retrofit. The property is within walking distance of the Gaslamp Quarter and Petco Park, placing it near established downtown San Diego destinations.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 20,000 rentable square feet across four stories
  • Built in 1928 with reinforced‑concrete construction
  • Art Deco/Moderne design with original stone and marble exterior

Property Analytics

Current Use

ATM Bail Bonds Law Firm

Suggested Use

Top Pick Daycare Center (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Veterinary Clinic Clothing & Fashion Store Pet Grooming Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Sprinkler system

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

12,798
Businesses Nearby
259k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 37% Hotels & Casinos 23% Groceries 23% Shops & Services 17%
McDonald's Dining
47,938 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Ralphs Groceries
42,007 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Shell Shops & Services
18,276 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Fogo de Chao Dining
18,216 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Grocery Outlet Bargain Market Groceries
16,315 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 92101, CA

47,505
Population
32,909
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
57%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
5.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
8,797
Density / Sq Mi
$90,477
Median Household Income
$72,371
Median Earnings
$2,351
Median Rent
$740,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in San Diego, CA

4.9% 2019
6% 2020
5.8% 2021
4.5% 2022
4.4% 2023
4.4% 2024
4.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Historic downtown asset with extensive building-system upgrades and preserved Art Deco character.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 640 C St San Diego, CA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 20,000 rentable square feet across four stories; Built in 1928 with reinforced‑concrete construction; Art Deco/Moderne design with original stone and marble exterior
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