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600-696 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
Hillcrest Center · Retail Property For Lease
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1,050 SF
Highlights
- Prime west-facing elevation with billboard-level exposure to SR-163 ramps.
- Strong daytime and evening pedestrian activity supported by new housing developments.
- Combined traffic counts of ±62,000 cars per day from University Ave and Sixth Ave.
- Anchored by top national retailers, including Whole Foods, Walgreens, Trader Joe’s, and GNC.
Property Facts
| Total Space Available | 1,050 SF | Gross Leasable Area | 17,542 SF |
| Property Type | Retail | Year Built | 1978 |
| Property Subtype | Restaurant | Parking Ratio | 2.39/1,000 SF |
| Total Space Available | 1,050 SF |
| Property Type | Retail |
| Property Subtype | Restaurant |
| Gross Leasable Area | 17,542 SF |
| Year Built | 1978 |
| Parking Ratio | 2.39/1,000 SF |
About the Property
Hillcrest Center presents a rare retail opportunity in the heart of San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood, one of the city’s most vibrant and highly trafficked districts. This ±1,050 SF space offers dual-signage exposure and direct visibility from University Avenue and the State Route 163 on/off ramps. With ±62,000 cars passing daily and unmatched walkability, the site benefits from consistent foot traffic generated by nearby luxury residential projects, major employers, and cultural amenities. Tenants enjoy seamless ingress/egress from one of Hillcrest’s busiest intersections, as well as on-site parking—a rarity in this urban trade area. The center is surrounded by national brands including Whole Foods, Walgreens, Trader Joe’s, Ralphs, and FedEx Office, making it part of a highly curated retail corridor that drives consumer demand. Nearby lifestyle destinations, grocery anchors, and healthcare institutions reinforce an already robust customer base. The property draws on an affluent residential population, averaging household incomes above $100,000 within a 1-mile radius and a dense urban population exceeding 240,000 within 3 miles. This site pairs exceptional location dynamics with strong traffic drivers, making it a premier option for brands looking to establish a prominent presence in San Diego.
- Bus Line
- Corner Lot
- Freeway Visibility
- Pylon Sign
- Restaurant
- Signalized Intersection
