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    San Marcos, CA Retail Space for Sale

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    Vista, CA Carlsbad, CA Escondido, CA
    Prime Corner Retail Opportunity
    $545,000
    1,119 SF
    Prime Corner Retail Opportunity

    240-260 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd, San Marcos, CA

    New retail space in San Marcos, high-traffic location.
    • Prime corner location in San Marcos, a fast‑growing San Diego County community.
    • High traffic location on Rancho Santa Fe Road at a signalized intersection, providing exceptional street exposure.
    • Easy access to Las Posas, Rancho Santa Fe Road, and Hwy. 78.
    • Open floorplan provides flexibility for custom layout.
    • Wonderful proximity to local retail chains for synergy.
    Updated: Sep 24, 2025
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    New Retail Asset in San Marcos
    $5,995,000
    7,850 SF
    New Retail Asset in San Marcos

    1217 San Elijo Rd S, San Marcos, CA 92078

    Two-story retail property in San Elijo Hills, San Marcos.
    • 100% Leased to three service‑oriented tenants providing immediate income.
    • Located in the affluent San Elijo Hills community with high average household incomes.
    • Newly constructed in 2022, minimizing near‑term capital expenditures.
    • Strategically positioned near San Elijo Hills Town Center and community amenities.
    • Defensive income profile with potential for long‑term rent growth.
    Updated: Mar 4
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    Based on your search, we've compiled 77 Potential Opportunities for your consideration. Besides 2 Active listings in San Marcos, CA, we suggest exploring several alternatives: 4 properties in Nearby Cities, and similar 70 Off-Market properties to explore as potential leads, plus 1 Land Listings that present a potential for development.

    Opportunities in Nearby Cities

    Here are 4 Similar properties we found in Nearby Locations for your consideration.

    Escondido Retail Space For Sale
    $7,840,000
    20,085 SF
    Escondido Retail Space For Sale

    Retail space available in Escondido, California.

    1580 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92029

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    Retail Space in Leucadia
    $5,775,000
    705 SF
    Retail Space in Leucadia

    Retail space with high visibility and exclusive on-site parking.

    102-130 Leucadia Blvd, Encinitas, CA

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    Escondido Building on Major Corridor
    $3,000,000
    17,172 SF
    Escondido Building on Major Corridor

    17,172 SF building on 0.96 AC lot for sale.

    125 W Mission Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

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    Encinitas Blvd Commercial Opportunity
    $5,000,000
    7,579 SF
    Encinitas Blvd Commercial Opportunity

    Prime commercial property in Encinitas with high traffic exposure.

    2232 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024

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    Potential Development Sites for Consideration

    Can't find the perfect fit? These Land listings present an alternative path: the potential to develop a property for your specific goals.

    Important: These AI-suggestions are a starting point, not a guarantee of permitted use. All zoning, permitting, and land use information must be independently verified by you with the appropriate local authorities before making any commitments.

    Prime PUD-Zoned Land Opportunity
    $1,599,000
    900 SF
    Prime PUD-Zoned Land Opportunity

    2.07 acres of PUD-zoned land in a growing corridor.

    3229 State Road 207, Elkton, FL 32033

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    Off-Market Properties in San Marcos, CA

    Consider similar Off-Market properties in San Marcos, CA. You may contact the owners directly to inquire about their potential intentions to sell. To help you make a strong first impression, we can assist by reaching out to these owners with compelling proposals created using our AI tool.

    2175 Montiel Rd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    15,878 SF Lot: 1.37 Acres
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    2175 Montiel Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069-3511

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    727 San Marcos Blvd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    26,521 SF Lot: 2.27 Acres
    Estimated value
    $4,645,000

    727 San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078-1244

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    731 San Marcos Blvd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    7,850 SF Lot: 0.61 Acres
    Estimated value
    $1,305,000

    731 San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078-1245

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    2638 Santa Fe Ave
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    1,700 SF Lot: 1.48 Acres
    Value Estimation by Request

    2638 Santa Fe Ave, San Marcos, CA 92069-5926

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    1617 Capalina Rd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    30,740 SF Lot: 1.98 Acres
    Estimated value
    $4,340,000

    1617 Capalina Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069-1207

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    302 Pacific St
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    504 SF Lot: 0.72 Acres
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    302 Pacific St, San Marcos, CA 92069-1329

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    100 Rancho Santa Fe Rd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    50,304 SF Lot: 3.71 Acres

    100 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069-1279

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    1691 Melrose Dr, Unit 93
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    18,492 SF Lot: 1.91 Acres
    Estimated value
    $9,300,000
    Unit 93

    1691 Melrose Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078-2127

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    260 Rancho Santa Fe Rd Ste, Unit 125
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    967 SF
    Value Estimation by Request
    Unit 125

    260 Rancho Santa Fe Rd Ste, San Marcos, CA 92078-2374

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    740 San Marcos Blvd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    23,587 SF Lot: 1.84 Acres
    Estimated value
    $4,000,000

    740 San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078-1222

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    455 Twin Oaks Vly Rd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    6,440 SF Lot: 1.10 Acres
    Estimated value
    $1,295,000

    455 Twin Oaks Vly Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069-1708

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    910 San Marcos Blvd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    18,143 SF Lot: 0.80 Acres

    910 San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078-1115

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    904 San Marcos Blvd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    10,707 SF Lot: 1.05 Acres
    Estimated value
    $6,050,000

    904 San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078-1118

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    920 San Marcos Blvd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    4,480 SF Lot: 0.38 Acres
    Estimated value
    $1,780,000

    920 San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078-1119

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    844 San Marcos Blvd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    17,269 SF Lot: 1.29 Acres
    Value Estimation by Request

    844 San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078-1135

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    273 Rancho Santa Fe Rd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    4,200 SF Lot: 0.36 Acres
    Estimated value
    $4,100,000

    273 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078-2340

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    277 Rancho Santa Fe Rd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    17,400 SF Lot: 1.34 Acres
    Estimated value
    $4,100,000

    277 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078-2341

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    170 Knl Rd
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    14,000 SF Lot: 1.33 Acres
    Estimated value
    $2,645,000

    170 Knl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069-1529

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    1566 Grand Ave
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    Lot: 0.58 Acres
    Value Estimation by Request

    1566 Grand Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078-2431

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    1300 Rancheros Dr, Unit 20
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    8,411 SF Lot: 0.50 Acres
    Estimated value
    $735,000
    Unit 20

    1300 Rancheros Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069-3033

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    702 Ctr Dr
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    8,419 SF Lot: 0.82 Acres
    Estimated value
    $3,835,000

    702 Ctr Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069-2500

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    1208 Armorlite Dr, Unit 50
    RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)
    9,999 SF Lot: 6.16 Acres
    Estimated value
    $1,450,000
    Unit 50

    1208 Armorlite Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069-1610

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    San Marcos, CA Retail Space Investment Opportunities Market Analysis

    Explore 72 retail space for sale in San Marcos, CA on our real estate platform. These investment opportunities span a total of 8,969 square feet of properties for sale, with an estimated market value of $6,540,000.

    Sale prices for retail space in San Marcos, CA start at $545,000, averaging $3,270,000, and reaching up to $5,995,000 — offering options for a variety of budgets and business needs. Daily updated analytics ensure you stay ahead with the latest data and market trends.

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    Top Commercial Asset Segments

    Shopping centers 17
    Showrooms 4
    Automotive properties 3
    Grocery and convenience stores 2
    Parking lots & garages 2

    Property Size Breakdown

    The majority of commercial real estate listings in San Marcos fall within the 10,000 to 25,000 square foot range.

    Demographics Overview

    Population 100K
    Population Growth (5Y) +0.1%
    Median Household Income $104,716
    College Educated 27.8%

    High-Yield Neighborhoods for Investment

    Identify San Marcos submarkets with the highest inventory density on the market and evaluate the median listing prices of real estate assets

    Neighborhood Average Price
    92078 $6M

    Taxes & Financing

    Tax Rate (average for all types) 1.06%
    Property Tax per SF $18.54 per sq ft
    Tax Rate vs County Average 0.11 pp below county avg
    Average Loan-to-Value 65.0%

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