6970-6990 University Ave
La Mesa, CA 91942 La Mesa

This signalized corner property at 6970–6990 University Avenue in La Mesa offers a rare ground lease opportunity in one of the region’s most trafficked intersections, featuring exceptional visibility and convenient access between Interstate 8 and State Route 94. The ±0.70-acre parcel benefits from a combined traffic count of approximately 39,609 vehicles per day along University Avenue and 70th Street, positioning the site for high-volume, single-tenant or multi-tenant retail concepts.

Existing improvements can be removed to accommodate flexible design options, including drive-thru QSRs, EV charging locations, coffee concepts, and c-store formats. Surrounded by national brands such as 7-Eleven, Jack in the Box, Wienerschnitzel, and Better Buzz Coffee, the site delivers strong built-in cross traffic and steady consumer demand from adjacent residential density. Densely developed demographics, with household income averages exceeding $109,000 within three miles, reinforce long-term viability for modern retail operations.

The property’s mid-corridor location makes it a prime candidate for operators seeking sustained market penetration and brand visibility. With site plan concepts showcasing efficient layouts for up to two pads and optimized drive-thru queueing, this ground lease site provides both strategic positioning and development flexibility to meet evolving retailer requirements.

• Date available: Now
• Lease term: Negotiable
• Service type: None
• Space Type: Relet