Property Description
Discover a premier leasing opportunity at 1031 El Camino Real N, Salinas, CA—a high-visibility, multi-use commercial property strategically positioned at the intersection of US Highway 101 and State Route 156. Spanning 1.80 acres, this property features a recently renovated 1,413 SF first-floor commercial space on a spacious paved parking area of approximately 22,000 sf catering to a diverse range of businesses. The available commercial space is available with 14 dedicated parking spaces near the entrance of the site included.
Highway-Frontage Paved Lot ~ 22,000 SF
A dedicated 8,000 SF paved storage yard is also available separately for lease at $0.50/sf per month NNN. Perfect for RV, boat, trailer, fleet vehicle, or container storage. Located within a larger 22,000 SF paved lot, this space is well-suited for logistics operators, fleet owners, and specialty outdoor storage. Tenants have the flexibility to install security fencing at their discretion. Access and use of other portions of the paved lot are available for an additional cost which is negotiable based on the use and space requirements.
Ideal event location space (flea market, farmers markets, music events, food truck events etc.)
Prime Commercial Space – 1,413 SF retail or office and up to 22,000 sf of usable outdoor space
The first-floor commercial space offers an ideal setup for retail, convenience stores, or specialty businesses. The recently renovated space has a main retail counter with display cases, shelving and additional refrigerated food & beverage display merchandiser unit. There is an adjacent manager’s office in the front of the building but not in the main customer sales area. In the rear of the space are two restrooms, a kitchenette and two secure back rooms for storage, inventory or use as an office. The prior tenant was a cannabis dispensary, and no expense was spared in the buildout and security system with cameras and police response.
The cannabis-entitlements now run with the land as an allowed use by right, this allows for retail dispensary operations with delivery and potential on-site consumption, making it a prime location for a cannabis lounge, wine bar, brewery, or live entertainment venue. Convenience store use is also allowed by right and would be a great complimentary use to the pending installation of ultra high-speed EV charging stations.
Unmatched Visibility & Accessibility
This location benefits from direct access to Highway 101 southbound and high visibility for northbound traffic, ensuring exposure to thousands of daily commuters. CoStar traffic data (2022) reports:
• Highway 101: 56,147 vehicles/day
• State Route 156: 31,939 vehicles/day
The site is also positioned near high-growth submarkets, benefiting from ongoing infrastructure and economic development, making it an attractive location for retail, logistics, and commercial operators.
