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The Don Lee Building 1000 Van Ness Ave 450 - 110,956 SF of Space Available in San Francisco, CA 94109
HIGHLIGHTS
- 1000 Van Ness presents the opportunity to lease a variety of retail, office, and creative space in a landmark building anchored by a 14-screen cinema.
- Repurposed to deliver modern spaces with tall ceilings, expansive window lines, and flexible floor plans, with a touch of old-world charm.
- Mixed-use destination surrounded by retailers such as Tesla, CVS, Whole Foods, Starbucks, McTeague's Saloon, and Sutter Health.
- Conveniently located on Van Ness Avenue (US Highway 101), offering excellent visibility and access throughout Downtown San Francisco.
ALL AVAILABLE SPACES(5)
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This versatile space features an open floor plan, high ceilings, polished concrete floors, and abundant natural light. It offers private access via an ornate double stairwell and a dedicated elevator. The property is equipped with Type 1 hood ducting—ideal for a high-end restaurant, lounge, or food concept. Its flexible layout makes it suitable for experiential retail, boutique fitness, wellness, or medical use, providing an upscale environment for a variety of tenants. Perfect for events, showrooms, or specialized practices seeking a premier location.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Open Floor Plan Layout
- 3 Private Offices
- 3 Workstations
- Space is in Excellent Condition
- 3 Private Rooms, 3 Bathrooms, & Breakroom Kitchen
- Located in a historic building with grand lobby
- Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
- Fits 22 - 70 People
- 1 Conference Room
- Finished Ceilings: 10’
- 8,696 sq. ft.
- Polished concrete floors and High 34-foot Ceilings
This space offers an open layout with 34-foot ceilings, polished marble floors, and abundant natural light. It is highly visible and sees strong foot traffic. It is ideal for luxury kiosks, premium goods, sweets stands, and specialty retail. Total area of 450 SF, including 250 SF of exclusive tenant use.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Space is in Excellent Condition
- Prime Window-Front Space
- Ideal for luxury kiosk concepts
- Located in-line with other retail
- Finished Ceilings: 8’ - 34’
- Set within a historic building
3,325-35,537 SF fitness studio with high ceilings and flexible floor plan. Central Heating System After Hours HVAC Available 7 private studio rooms 13-foot ceilings 4 In-suite bathrooms 2 Men and women restrooms 35-foot climbing wall Polished concrete floors
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
This space has an open floor plan with high ceilings and a flexible layout that can be divided into smaller spaces. It is ideal for retail, entertainment, bars, arcades, VR, immersive experiences, or medical/wellness use. Located in a prime location next to a 14-screen movie theater with strong foot traffic, it offers excellent visibility and accessibility for a variety of tenants seeking a dynamic, high-traffic environment.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Open Floor Plan Layout
- 10 Private Offices
- 10 Workstations
- Space is in Excellent Condition
- 10 Private Rooms
- Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
- Fits 9 - 84 People
- 10 Conference Rooms
- Finished Ceilings: 10’
- Full HVAC
- ADA Accessibility
Entertainment Destination Space totaling ±31,348 SF across Floors 6–8 Prime Entertainment Synergy directly above a newly opened nine- screen Apple Cinemas drawing 4,000–5,000 daily visitors Ideal for Experiential Uses such as immersive art, VR/AR arenas, bowling, esports, golf simulators, or entertainment-driven tenants Available Spring 2027 following completion of Apple’s theater renovations Flexible Deal Terms including TI allowance, free rent, and customizable delivery for the right tenant Excellent Transit + Parking Access with a 422-car onsite garage connected to the Van Ness corridor
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
| Space | Size | Term | Rental Rate | Space Use | Condition | Available |
| Ste Mezzanine Suite | 8,696 SF | Negotiable | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $107,738 CAD/YR $8,978 CAD/MO | Office/Medical | Full Build-Out | Now |
| 1st Floor, Ste Lobby Kiosk | 450 SF | Negotiable | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $5,575 CAD/YR $464.60 CAD/MO | Retail | - | Now |
| 2nd Floor, Ste Fitness Center | 35,537-60,000 SF | Negotiable | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $743,363 CAD/YR $61,947 CAD/MO | Retail | - | Now |
| 2nd Floor, Ste Grand Gallery Suite | 3,516-10,462 SF | Negotiable | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $129,618 CAD/YR $10,801 CAD/MO | Office/Medical | Full Build-Out | Now |
| 2nd Floor, Ste Large-Format Space | 31,348 SF | Negotiable | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $388,382 CAD/YR $32,365 CAD/MO | Retail | - | 2027-03-20 |
Ste Mezzanine Suite
| Size |
| 8,696 SF |
| Term |
| Negotiable |
| Rental Rate |
| $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $107,738 CAD/YR $8,978 CAD/MO |
| Space Use |
| Office/Medical |
| Condition |
| Full Build-Out |
| Available |
| Now |
1st Floor, Ste Lobby Kiosk
| Size |
| 450 SF |
| Term |
| Negotiable |
| Rental Rate |
| $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $5,575 CAD/YR $464.60 CAD/MO |
| Space Use |
| Retail |
| Condition |
| - |
| Available |
| Now |
2nd Floor, Ste Fitness Center
| Size |
| 35,537-60,000 SF |
| Term |
| Negotiable |
| Rental Rate |
| $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $743,363 CAD/YR $61,947 CAD/MO |
| Space Use |
| Retail |
| Condition |
| - |
| Available |
| Now |
2nd Floor, Ste Grand Gallery Suite
| Size |
| 3,516-10,462 SF |
| Term |
| Negotiable |
| Rental Rate |
| $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $129,618 CAD/YR $10,801 CAD/MO |
| Space Use |
| Office/Medical |
| Condition |
| Full Build-Out |
| Available |
| Now |
2nd Floor, Ste Large-Format Space
| Size |
| 31,348 SF |
| Term |
| Negotiable |
| Rental Rate |
| $12.39 CAD/SF/YR $1.03 CAD/SF/MO $388,382 CAD/YR $32,365 CAD/MO |
| Space Use |
| Retail |
| Condition |
| - |
| Available |
| 2027-03-20 |
Ste Mezzanine Suite
| Size | 8,696 SF |
| Term | Negotiable |
| Rental Rate | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR |
| Space Use | Office/Medical |
| Condition | Full Build-Out |
| Available | Now |
This versatile space features an open floor plan, high ceilings, polished concrete floors, and abundant natural light. It offers private access via an ornate double stairwell and a dedicated elevator. The property is equipped with Type 1 hood ducting—ideal for a high-end restaurant, lounge, or food concept. Its flexible layout makes it suitable for experiential retail, boutique fitness, wellness, or medical use, providing an upscale environment for a variety of tenants. Perfect for events, showrooms, or specialized practices seeking a premier location.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
- Open Floor Plan Layout
- Fits 22 - 70 People
- 3 Private Offices
- 1 Conference Room
- 3 Workstations
- Finished Ceilings: 10’
- Space is in Excellent Condition
- 8,696 sq. ft.
- 3 Private Rooms, 3 Bathrooms, & Breakroom Kitchen
- Polished concrete floors and High 34-foot Ceilings
- Located in a historic building with grand lobby
1st Floor, Ste Lobby Kiosk
| Size | 450 SF |
| Term | Negotiable |
| Rental Rate | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR |
| Space Use | Retail |
| Condition | - |
| Available | Now |
This space offers an open layout with 34-foot ceilings, polished marble floors, and abundant natural light. It is highly visible and sees strong foot traffic. It is ideal for luxury kiosks, premium goods, sweets stands, and specialty retail. Total area of 450 SF, including 250 SF of exclusive tenant use.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Located in-line with other retail
- Space is in Excellent Condition
- Finished Ceilings: 8’ - 34’
- Prime Window-Front Space
- Set within a historic building
- Ideal for luxury kiosk concepts
2nd Floor, Ste Fitness Center
| Size | 35,537-60,000 SF |
| Term | Negotiable |
| Rental Rate | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR |
| Space Use | Retail |
| Condition | - |
| Available | Now |
3,325-35,537 SF fitness studio with high ceilings and flexible floor plan. Central Heating System After Hours HVAC Available 7 private studio rooms 13-foot ceilings 4 In-suite bathrooms 2 Men and women restrooms 35-foot climbing wall Polished concrete floors
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
2nd Floor, Ste Grand Gallery Suite
| Size | 3,516-10,462 SF |
| Term | Negotiable |
| Rental Rate | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR |
| Space Use | Office/Medical |
| Condition | Full Build-Out |
| Available | Now |
This space has an open floor plan with high ceilings and a flexible layout that can be divided into smaller spaces. It is ideal for retail, entertainment, bars, arcades, VR, immersive experiences, or medical/wellness use. Located in a prime location next to a 14-screen movie theater with strong foot traffic, it offers excellent visibility and accessibility for a variety of tenants seeking a dynamic, high-traffic environment.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
- Open Floor Plan Layout
- Fits 9 - 84 People
- 10 Private Offices
- 10 Conference Rooms
- 10 Workstations
- Finished Ceilings: 10’
- Space is in Excellent Condition
- Full HVAC
- 10 Private Rooms
- ADA Accessibility
2nd Floor, Ste Large-Format Space
| Size | 31,348 SF |
| Term | Negotiable |
| Rental Rate | $12.39 CAD/SF/YR |
| Space Use | Retail |
| Condition | - |
| Available | 2027-03-20 |
Entertainment Destination Space totaling ±31,348 SF across Floors 6–8 Prime Entertainment Synergy directly above a newly opened nine- screen Apple Cinemas drawing 4,000–5,000 daily visitors Ideal for Experiential Uses such as immersive art, VR/AR arenas, bowling, esports, golf simulators, or entertainment-driven tenants Available Spring 2027 following completion of Apple’s theater renovations Flexible Deal Terms including TI allowance, free rent, and customizable delivery for the right tenant Excellent Transit + Parking Access with a 422-car onsite garage connected to the Van Ness corridor
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
MATTERPORT 3D TOURS
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ABOUT THE PROPERTY
1000 Van Ness is experiencing a wave of momentum with two major anchor tenants—a new 92,724-square-foot, 14-screen movie theater and a 35,537-square-foot premium health club—both set to open this summer. These launches mark a major milestone for the property and the surrounding Van Ness corridor. The remaining available spaces include the 8,696-square-foot Mezzanine Suite, ideal for a lounge or restaurant concept, and the 10,462-square-foot Grand Gallery, well-suited for experiential retail or showroom use. Originally designed by Weeks and Day in the 1920s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the building blends historic architecture with modern use. The recent lifting of the formula retail ban along Van Ness now opens the door for national and regional retailers, adding further upside to the corridor’s revitalization. With limited space remaining, 1000 Van Ness offers a unique opportunity to join one of San Francisco’s most high-profile mixed-use properties. 1000 Van Ness is walkable to several shopping, dining, and entertainment amenities. This retail destination is walkable to public transit through multiple MUNI, Caltrain, and BART lines. Several educational institutions are in the neighboring Civic Center neighborhood, including UC Law San Francisco (formerly known as the UC Hastings College of the Law), the Art Institute of California, San Francisco, and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
PROPERTY FACTS
| Total Space Available | 110,956 SF | Property Subtype | Apartment |
| No. Units | 53 | Apartment Style | Mid-Rise |
| Min. Divisible | 450 SF | Building Size | 164,168 SF |
| Property Type | Multifamily | Year Built | 1920 |
| Total Space Available | 110,956 SF |
| No. Units | 53 |
| Min. Divisible | 450 SF |
| Property Type | Multifamily |
| Property Subtype | Apartment |
| Apartment Style | Mid-Rise |
| Building Size | 164,168 SF |
| Year Built | 1920 |
MARKETING BROCHURE
NEARBY AMENITIES
HOSPITALS |
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| California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus | Acute Care | 1 min drive | 0.4 km |
| Saint Francis Memorial Hospital | Acute Care | 2 min drive | 1.2 km |
| Chinese Hospital | Acute Care | 4 min drive | 2.2 km |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Francisco | Acute Care | 5 min drive | 2.8 km |
| California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus | Acute Care | 6 min drive | 3.2 km |
RESTAURANTS |
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| Wooden Nickel Co | American | $$$ | 28 min walk |
| Mission Bowling Club | American | $$ | 31 min walk |
| We Be Sushi | Sushi | $$ | 31 min walk |
| Taqueria La Cumbre | Mexican | $ | 30 min walk |
| Thrill of the Grill | Pizza | $ | 30 min walk |
| Rite Spot Cafe | Burgers | - | 32 min walk |
| Whiz Burgers Drive-In | Burgers | $ | 33 min walk |
| Southpaw BBQ & Southern Cooking | Barbecue | $$ | 32 min walk |
| Grand Mission Donuts & Bakery | Bakery | $ | 33 min walk |
RETAIL |
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|---|---|---|
| Target | Dept Store | 23 min walk |
| Costco Wholesale | Wholesale Club | 25 min walk |
| Foods Co. | Supermarket | 26 min walk |
| OfficeMax | Office Supply | 26 min walk |
| Total Wine & More | Liquor | 26 min walk |
| Wells Fargo Bank | Bank | 30 min walk |
| United States Postal Service | Business/Copy/Postal Services | 31 min walk |
| Petco | Animal Care/Groom | 32 min walk |
| 24 Hour Fitness | Fitness | 32 min walk |
| CrossFit | Fitness | 32 min walk |
HOTELS |
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|---|---|
| Trademark Collection by Wyndham |
16 rooms
4 min drive
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| Canopy by Hilton |
194 rooms
5 min drive
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| Hyatt Place |
230 rooms
7 min drive
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LEASING TEAM
LEASING TEAM
James Kilpatrick, President, Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Kilpatrick is a San Francisco Bay Area native with ownership, management, syndication and debt structuring experience across most product types. He has had various positions from board of directors appointments to President of various real estate organizations. He has also been a regular contributing writer for newsletters and trade journals of organizations such as the Berkeley Property Owners Association (BPOA) and RHA (Rental Housing Association of northern Alameda county). He is a member of the Rental Housing Owners Group (RHO), the Investment Marketing Forum (IMF) and Investment Property Marketing Group (IPMG). In addition to the above, Mr. Kilpatrick has experience in distressed asset sales, expert witness work, portfolio valuations, condominium and subdivision work, bankruptcy and trustee’s sales, sale leasebacks and other more complicated transactions.
Seth Hubbert, Investment Advisor
Seth has grown and led several successful businesses, including Five Iron Financial, a real estate investment firm renovating distressed property and operating housing in high-growth regions in the United States. He also previously served as the CEO of Tech Exchange, providing 45,000 computers to students and families during the height of the pandemic.
Holding degrees in Physics and Education, Seth masterfully blends quantitative analysis with client guidance and support. When not immersed in real estate, you’ll find Seth coaching youth sports, serving on community boards, and volunteering at his children’s school.
Damon Gerstein, Investment Advisor
CONTACTS
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