Retail Space Above Luxury
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686 E Union St, Pasadena, CA 91101
Ground-floor retail is built beneath 118 luxury residences, with onsite parking and a patio option for food and service concepts.
Property Size133,502 SF
Days on Market67
Property Features for 686 E Union St
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
133,502 SF
Total Parking Spaces
48
Property subtype
Retail
Lease Term
NNN
Additional Details
Multifamily Units
118
Building Details
Building Size
133,502 SF
Year Built
2015
Properties For Sale
at 686 E Union St Contact us- Size
- 1,220 SF
- Type
- Street Retail
- Term
- Negotiable
160
Listing Agency:
(323) 515-8361
Listed By:
William Stifel · License #CalDRE #01960653
Source:
Arcainc
Added: Jun 25
Changed: Aug 28
Last Checked: Aug 29 at 8:22AM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
The Andalucia provides approximately 4,700 square feet of retail space positioned below 118 luxury residences. The offering includes an approximately 1,000 square foot patio for a destination retail or café component. Onsite retail parking is available, supporting day-to-day customer access.
Located in the heart of Pasadena’s Playhouse District at 686 E Union St, the property sits on El Molino and Union Street and is adjacent to Colorado Boulevard. The retail is next to Playhouse Village Park, which offers +/- 48 public parking spaces and EV charging. The surrounding retail and entertainment context includes adjacency to Vroman’s Bookstore and Landmark Theatre.
This configuration can work well for retailers seeking a built-in customer base from the residential component above, along with convenient nearby parking. The tenant mix referenced for the space includes coffee shops, daily service needs retailers, restaurants, and upscale retail. A dessert-focused concept is also specifically mentioned, and the patio supports food-and-beverage use where permitted.
Located in the heart of Pasadena’s Playhouse District at 686 E Union St, the property sits on El Molino and Union Street and is adjacent to Colorado Boulevard. The retail is next to Playhouse Village Park, which offers +/- 48 public parking spaces and EV charging. The surrounding retail and entertainment context includes adjacency to Vroman’s Bookstore and Landmark Theatre.
This configuration can work well for retailers seeking a built-in customer base from the residential component above, along with convenient nearby parking. The tenant mix referenced for the space includes coffee shops, daily service needs retailers, restaurants, and upscale retail. A dessert-focused concept is also specifically mentioned, and the patio supports food-and-beverage use where permitted.
Key Highlights
- 2015‑built property with 4,700 SF ground‑floor retail beneath 118 luxury residences.
- Retail is located on El Molino and Union Street in the Playhouse District, adjacent to Colorado Boulevard.
- Onsite retail parking plus nearby Playhouse Village Park with +/-48 public parking spaces and EV charging.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
118
Residential units
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
9,879
Businesses Nearby
435k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Superstores 32%
Shops & Services 27%
Groceries 27%
Dining 12%
Target
Superstores
139,271 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Total Wine & More
Groceries
58,318 visits/mo
0.1 miles
Ralphs
Groceries
57,296 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Mobil
Shops & Services
22,837 visits/mo
0.5 miles
Bank of America
Shops & Services
16,280 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Demographics for 91101, CA
20,583
Population
12,400
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
63%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
1.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
15,833
Density / Sq Mi
$94,180
Median Household Income
$62,458
Median Earnings
$2,282
Median Rent
$687,300
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Retail space - Ground-floor retail is built beneath 118 luxury residences, with onsite parking and a patio option for food and service concepts.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 686 E Union St Pasadena, CA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2015‑built property with 4,700 SF ground‑floor retail beneath 118 luxury residences.; Retail is located on El Molino and Union Street in the Playhouse District, adjacent to Colorado Boulevard.; Onsite retail parking plus nearby Playhouse Village Park with +/-48 public parking spaces and EV charging.
