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More details for 3340 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA - Retail for Sale

Chick-fil-A - 3340 Santa Anita Ave

El Monte, CA 91731

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $13,847,415 CAD
  • 4,200 SF

El Monte Retail for Sale - Western SGV

Discover this single-tenant, absolute NNN (triple net), fee simple opportunity located at 3340 Santa Anita Avenue in El Monte, California. The property features a newly constructed 4,200-square-foot building situated on approximately 1.89 acres (49,920 square feet) of land. Built in 2024, the single-story building offers modern design and functionality, ideal for long-term investment stability. The site includes 35 surface parking spaces, providing an excellent parking ratio of 8.33 spaces per 1,000 square feet. Fully occupied and developed specifically for Chick-fil-A, the lease commenced on January 29, 2024, for a 15-year term with four five-year renewal options. This corporate lease guarantee is secured by Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A Inc., a family-owned, privately held restaurant company dedicated to serving the communities where its restaurants operate. Credited with inventing the chicken sandwich, Chick-fil-A serves nutritious, freshly prepared food in more than 1,800 restaurants in 40 states and Washington, DC. Positioned in a suburban setting, the property benefits from exceptional visibility and accessibility with frontage along both the Interstate 10 and Santa Anita Avenue, which collectively see approximately 308,042 vehicles per day. El Monte sits approximately 12 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles and is located at the interchange of Interstates 10 and 605. It covers about 10 square miles and includes residential, retail, industrial, and office land uses. The city markets itself as business-friendly, with retail/tourism elements (notably auto dealerships), as well as industrial, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution presence, due to freeway access and proximity to major Southern California freight routes.

Contact:

Lee & Associates Commercial Real Estate Services

Property Subtype:

Fast Food

Date on Market:

2025-10-24

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More details for BJ’s & Jack in the Box NNN Portfolio – Retail for Sale

BJ’s & Jack in the Box NNN Portfolio

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $10,785,675 CAD
  • 9,463 SF
  • 2 Retail Properties

Portfolio of properties for Sale - Mojave River Valley

Two-Tenant Net Lease Portfolio | BJ’s & Jack in the Box | Diversified Income | 4.00% Cap This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a two-property net lease portfolio featuring nationally recognized tenants BJ's Restaurants, Inc. and Jack in the Box Inc., combining stable long-term income with urban infill upside. The portfolio consists of: A corporate-guaranteed absolute NNN ground lease in Victorville, CA A high-yielding infill Los Angeles drive-thru asset Together, the assets deliver a blended NOI of $310,244 at a 4.00% capitalization rate, offering investors both income security and growth potential. Portfolio Summary Total Price: $7,750,000 Combined NOI: $310,244 Cap Rate: 4.00% Two Single-Tenant Net Lease Assets Diversified Geography: Los Angeles (urban infill) + Victor Valley (high-growth corridor) Asset 1: BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse (Victorville, CA) The offering consists of a leased fee interest in the land only; the tenant owns the building and improvements. Absolute NNN ground lease (zero landlord responsibility) Corporate guarantee (NASDAQ: BJRI) ~10 years remaining on initial lease term CPI-based rent increases every 5 years Located in dominant regional retail corridor near I-15 Tesla Superchargers in the vicinity of nearby StarBucks parking lot Beneficiary of Brightline West high-speed rail development Asset 2: Jack in the Box (Los Angeles, CA) Fee Simple NNN lease with 4.77% cap rate Prime infill Los Angeles location Drive-thru asset with strong residual land value Large parcel (20,654 SF) with flexible zoning (LCC3) Near USC Medical Center and Cal State LA Multiple lease options extending potential occupancy

Contact:

Redpoint Realty

Date on Market:

2026-03-26

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More details for 500 W Manchester Ave, Los Angeles, CA - Retail for Sale

TAM’S DRIVE-THRU AND RTI RETAIL BUILDING - 500 W Manchester Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90044

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $5,559,842 CAD
  • 5,515 SF

Los Angeles Retail for Sale - Inglewood/South LA

500 W. Manchester Avenue is a fully leased commercial corner property featuring both stable income and strong future development potential. The asset is anchored by a 1,900 square foot Tam’s Burgers drive-thru operating on a triple-net lease, a recognized Southern California franchise with multiple successful locations, ensuring reliable cash flow. In addition to the drive-thru, the property includes 8,500 square feet of land leased separately, providing immediate income while offering significant upside. The land portion is RTI-approved to build a 3,600 square foot retail center, allowing an investor to expand the asset and increase long-term returns. The property occupies a signalized corner with excellent exposure—approximately 110 feet along Manchester Avenue and 205 feet along Figueroa Street—and benefits from over 80,000 cars per day at this high-traffic intersection. Its location, just one block west of the 110 Freeway and minutes from SoFi Stadium, USC, and Downtown Los Angeles, offers both convenience and visibility for tenants and customers. Surrounded by dense residential neighborhoods, the property draws from a local customer base of over 50,000 residents within a one-mile radius and more than 400,000 within three miles. The combination of a nationally recognized drive-thru tenant, income-producing land lease, and development potential makes 500 W. Manchester Avenue a rare, turn-key investment opportunity with immediate cash flow and built-in upside.

Contact:

KW Commercial SoCal

Property Subtype:

Fast Food

Date on Market:

2026-03-24

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More details for 15732 Arrow Hwy, Irwindale, CA - Retail for Sale

Wendy's - Long Term Absolute NNN - 15732 Arrow Hwy

Irwindale, CA 91706

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $5,625,398 CAD
  • 2,676 SF
  • Restaurant

Irwindale Retail for Sale - Eastern SGV

SECURE LONG-TERM INVESTMENT Featuring approximately 12 years remaining on the base lease term, ensuring a hands-off income stream for many years to come. HEDGE AGAINST INFLATION 10% rental increases every five years provides consistent rent growth and ensuring long-term investment value growth for investors. EXPERIENCED MULTI-BRAND FRANCHISEE Tenant is a well-established and successful operator with 32 years of experience operating Wendy’s locations, currently managing 46 restaurants across Southern California (39) and Florida (7). Their extensive experience and proven track record ensure financial stability and operational excellence. PRIME LOCATION WITH STRONG TRAFFIC COUNTS Situated on a nearly one-acre parcel (±0.89 acres) along Arrow Hwy, a major east-west corridor, benefiting from strong traffic exposure, with ±30,501 ADT on Arrow Hwy and ±28,695 ADT on Irwindale Ave. ABSOLUTE NNN LEASE STRUCTURE A truly passive investment, with the tenant covering all expenses, including property taxes, insurance, repairs and maintenance. STATE-OF-THE-ART CONSTRUCTION Built in 2019, the property’s state-of-the-art construction supports tenant retention and ensures the asset’s long-term stability, making it an attractive option for passive investors. STRATEGIC SAN GABRIEL VALLEY LOCATION Situated in Irwindale, within the desirable San Gabriel Valley market, the property benefits from a dynamic commercial environment and proximity to a dense population base, driving robust demand and steady traffic. EFFICIENT DRIVE-THRU DESIGN The property includes a 10+ car drive-thru lane, designed to optimize service efficiency and enhance customer experience.

Contact:

CIRE Partners

Property Subtype:

Restaurant

Date on Market:

2026-03-16

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More details for 2616 E Palmdale Blvd, Palmdale, CA - Retail for Sale

Former Vons Supermarket | Prime AV Location - 2616 E Palmdale Blvd

Palmdale, CA 93550

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $6,819,330 CAD
  • 40,208 SF

Palmdale Retail for Sale - Antelope Valley

Former Vons | High Traffic Palmdale Blvd | Excellent Visibility | Large Lot | Also Available for Lease Rare opportunity to lease or acquire a ±40,000 SF former grocery store located on busy Palmdale Blvd in Palmdale. This large retail box sits on a spacious lot with ample parking and strong exposure to high daily traffic counts. The property benefits from prominent signage, an end-cap location, and consistent foot and vehicle traffic within an established retail corridor. The building was constructed in 1984 and offers flexible open floor space suitable for a wide range of retail, fitness, entertainment, grocery, or specialty uses. Its size and layout make it ideal for national retailers, discount stores, furniture, gym concepts, or adaptive reuse opportunities. Property Highlights • ±40,000 SF former Vons grocery store • Prime frontage on Palmdale Blvd with heavy traffic counts • Excellent visibility and strong signage potential • Large lot with abundant parking • End-cap position within retail center • Built in 1984 • Flexible open floor plan • Strong pedestrian and vehicle traffic • Ideal for grocery, fitness, furniture, discount retail, entertainment, or specialty users • Buyer/Tenant to verify zoning and permitted uses with the City Location: Palmdale Blvd – a primary retail corridor serving the growing Palmdale trade area.

Contact:

Spectrum Commercial Real Estate, Inc

Property Subtype:

Supermarket

Date on Market:

2026-03-12

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More details for 2819 Broadway, Los Angeles, CA - Retail for Sale

Taco Bell - 2819 Broadway

Los Angeles, CA 90031

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $6,318,638 CAD
  • 1,734 SF

Los Angeles Retail for Sale - Glendale

Highland Partners Corp is pleased to present the opportunity to acquire 2819 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031. This freestanding building is currently 100% net leased to Taco Bell located in Los Angeles in Los Angeles County, California. • Located on N. Broadway just West of Griffin Avenue. • High-density, urban infill location in Central LA (Lincoln Heights). • Located in Lincoln Heights, one of Los Angeles’ oldest and most population dense neighborhoods. • Over 314,000 people within a 3-mile radius with average household income exceeding $103,000. • Urban infill locations with barriers to entry are increasingly sought after by investors looking for long-term defensive positions. • 1.5 miles from the University of Southern California’s Health Sciences Campus, a major academic and medical hub with over 1,200 enrolled students and part of USC’s broader community serving 45,000 students across locations. • Just steps away is Keck Hospital of USC, a nationally ranked academic medical center with 401 licensed beds. • Irreplicable asset in a supply-constrained market: Brand-new Drive Thru configuration permitted under prior zoning regulations (now virtually impossible to approve in dense urban areas like Lincoln Heights) paired with a valuable grandfathered pylon sign providing premium visibility — new pylon signs are heavily restricted or prohibited under current City of Los Angeles sign ordinances.

Contact:

Highland Partners Corp

Property Subtype:

Restaurant

Date on Market:

2026-02-26

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More details for 3427 Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA - Retail for Sale

3427 Slauson Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90058

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $4,453,440 CAD
  • 3,632 SF
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More details for 4437 Sepulveda Blvd, Torrance, CA - Retail for Sale

4437 Sepulveda Blvd

Torrance, CA 90505

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $7,515,180 CAD
  • 4,600 SF
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More details for 5991 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA - Retail for Sale

5991 Atlantic Ave

Long Beach, CA 90805

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $2,080,592 CAD
  • 1,488 SF
  • Air Conditioning
  • Restaurant

Long Beach Retail for Sale - Mid-Cities

Pollo Imperial — Iconic Drive-Thru Investment Opportunity 5991 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90805 Welcome to Pollo Imperial, a rare iconic drive-thru property positioned along one of Long Beach’s busiest retail corridors. This prime investment opportunity offers a high-visibility location, strong traffic counts, and unbeatable branding potential in a rapidly growing submarket. Property Highlights Building Size: ~1,488 SQFT Lot Size: 9,615 SQFT Zoning: Commercial / Drive-Thru Parking: 12 dedicated spaces with easy ingress & egress Drive-Thru Layout: Strategically designed for high-volume, quick-service operations Frontage: Approx. 100 feet on Atlantic Ave Visibility: Exceptional street presence with high traffic counts and excellent signage exposure Investment Overview Pollo Imperial represents a rare value-add or long-term hold opportunity in one of Long Beach’s most sought-after retail hubs. Surrounded by national tenants and positioned on a high-traffic corridor, the property offers strong demographics and prime positioning for sustained growth. Located minutes from major freeways, the property benefits from exceptional accessibility and serves as a retail magnet for both locals and commuters alike. With its dedicated parking, established drive-thru infrastructure, and exposure to tens of thousands of cars daily, this asset is well-positioned for future appreciation and investor upside

Contact:

Darvishian Investment Group

Property Subtype:

Restaurant

Date on Market:

2025-08-26

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More details for 3854 Rancho Vista Blvd, Palmdale, CA - Retail for Sale

McDonald's | New 20yr Ground Lease - 3854 Rancho Vista Blvd

Palmdale, CA 93551

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $5,799,214 CAD
  • 4,336 SF
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More details for 1309 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA - Retail for Sale

1309 N La Brea Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90028

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $14,605,892 CAD
  • 2,072 SF
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More details for 40038 10th St W, Palmdale, CA - Retail for Sale

Walmart Anchored Free Standing Building - 40038 10th St W

Palmdale, CA 93551

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $4,105,515 CAD
  • 5,838 SF
  • Air Conditioning

Palmdale Retail for Sale - Antelope Valley

Prime retail property available in the heart of the Destination 8 Shopping Center retail node on 10th Street West in Palmdale, one of the Antelope Valley’s most traveled commercial corridors. The property consists of a highly visible freestanding retail building totaling approximately 5,838 square feet on a ±0.80-acre parcel, built in 2013. Situated on a pad site within a high-traffic retail environment and proximate to major anchors including Walmart, Sam’s Club, Target, ALDI, and other national and regional tenants, this location captures significant customer flow from both local and regional draws. The property benefits from strong annual visitation and high exposure. Key Highlights: Freestanding retail building – flexible configuration for a single tenant or divisible space. ±5,838 SF of leasable area with monument signage opportunity on 10th Street West. Positioned in a retail hub with over 8 million annual visitors and strong traffic counts on 10th Street West and nearby Aerospace Highway. Immediate leasing opportunity with NNN lease structure available. Strategic location with direct access to regional retail and commercial traffic. Exceptional owner-user or investment repositioning value in a growing Antelope Valley market. This offering is ideal for national tenants, regional operators, or investors seeking exposure to a dominant retail node with strong consumer demand and future upside through lease-up or repositioning.

Contact:

Prime Retail Group

Property Subtype:

Freestanding

Date on Market:

2026-01-06

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More details for 3290 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA - Retail for Sale

Chick-fil-A | 13yrs Remain Abs NNN w/ Incrs - 3290 Atlantic Ave

Long Beach, CA 90807

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $5,559,842 CAD
  • 2,598 SF
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More details for 18925 Anelo Ave, Carson, CA - Land for Sale

Prime Indust Land - 18925 Anelo Ave

Carson, CA 90745

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Land for Sale
  • $10,366,440 CAD
  • 1.80 AC Lot

Carson Land for Sale - 190th Street Corridor

Major price reduction from $8,624,000 to $7,448,760. Extreme value in this site as the only Industrial Outdoor Storage site in the South Bay at only $95.00 per land square feet. For firms needing to be in the "Jewel" of the South Bay which is Carson, this site is ideally suited, strategically located and has unique features suited to the right buyer. Ideal for owner user, rental vehicles, construction equipment, ML zone in Carson allows for wide range of permissible uses. Transportation uses will require a CUP. Check with the City of Carson Planning Department to verify specific uses. The 6000 SF metal construction building features 4 ground level roll up doors, small office, restroom and was used as parts counter for trucks. There is a 12,000 diesel fuel UST on premises which has been permitted, maintained and inspected. There has been a phase 1, 2, 3 and NFA letter issued for the site. These will be available during the escrow period during due diligence. a. The property is partially fenced b. The property features lighting in the parking lot c. The property features a 6K square feet metal building with a small office and one restroom d. The building features four roll up doors and drive through capability e. Anelo is a one way street with 55-60 feet width for adequate turning City says no salvage yards, no used vehicle storage lots, no major recycling facilities, no container parking and similar uses. Self-Storage and car storage lots would require a conditional use permit. The maximum FAR is .4 or .5. The ideal uses are: manufacturing, research and development and warehouse and distribution facilities including logistic uses. Commercial and retail uses are permitted subject to criteria outlined in the zoning ordinance.

Contact:

Apex Commercial Real Estate

Property Subtype:

Industrial

Date on Market:

2025-08-05

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More details for 9846 Mason Ave, Chatsworth, CA - Retail for Sale

9846 Mason Ave

Chatsworth, CA 91311

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $1,600,455 CAD
  • 720 SF
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More details for 3480 Florence Ave, Huntington Park, CA - Retail for Sale

3480 Florence Ave

Huntington Park, CA 90255

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $6,262,650 CAD
  • 1,771 SF

Huntington Park Retail for Sale - Mid-Cities

PRICE CUT!!!!!! Newmark is pleased to present the opportunity to acquire 3480 E Florence Avenue, Huntington Park CA 90255 (hereafter the “Property”, “Project”). The property is a brand new single tenant NNN ground lease investment, corporate guaranteed lease to Starbucks, an approximately 1,771 SF building on approximately 18,370 SF of land. The property is located at signalized intersection at the southwest corner of E Florence Avenue and California Avenue. The building at the property is brand new construction with a drive through lane, scheduled to be completed November 2024. The property is well located in the City of Huntington Park, on the major commercial thoroughfare of Florence Avenue, just east off the main retail district of Pacific Avenue and just west of the Long Beach (710) Freeway. Across the street from the property is Salt Lake Park which is currently being refurbished with a new pool, gym and football field. At the intersection of Florence Avenue and Salt Lake Avenue, will be a station of the proposed LA Metro Southeast Gateway light rail line that will connect to Downtown Los Angeles and run all the way to Cerritos. Nearby are other national retailers such as In N Out, Harbor Freight, Home Depot, Planet Fitness, Wendy’s, KFC, and Jack In The Box. Starbucks just signed a brand new 15 year corporate guaranteed lease, which provides a high quality and stable investment for a new investor. INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS -Opportunity to depreciate the building. -Corporate lease guaranteed by Starbucks. -Building is new construction with drive through lane, -Brand new long NNN Lease with 15 years and four (4) five (5) year options. -Rent increases of 10% every 5 years providing stable growth. -Tenant pays for all utilities, property taxes, and property insurance. Tenant responsible for maintenance/repair to premises, and common area maintenance. -Landlord is responsible for maintenance/repair of roof, walls, foundation, and structure. -Across the street from the proposed LA Metro Southeast Gateway light rail line that will connect to Downtown Los Angeles and run all the way to Cerritos. - Nearby are other national retailers such as In N Out, Harbor Freight, Home Depot, Planet Fitness, Wendy’s, KFC, and Jack In The Box.

Contact:

Newmark Pacific

Property Subtype:

Fast Food

Date on Market:

2025-03-05

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More details for 18444 Plummer St, Northridge, CA - Retail for Sale

18444 Plummer St

Northridge, CA 91325

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Retail for Sale
  • $12,246,960 CAD
  • 16,224 SF
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Drive Through Restaurants For Sale

Drive Through Restaurants

A drive-thru restaurant is a type of fast food establishment that provides customers with the ability to order and receive their meal while still in their car. This type of restaurant has been on the rise in recent years with an increase in demand for quick, mobile-friendly food options.

The majority of drive through restaurants are located on or near busy streets, making them easy for drivers to access. This accessibility can be attractive to investors as it will increase potential revenues by attracting more customers without extensive advertising costs.

Why should you buy a restaurant with a drive through as an investor?

There are many reasons to invest in a drive through restaurant. These restaurants can be profitable if they're modeled correctly and managed well. You need to consider several things when investing in a drive-through restaurant, such as location and demographics, before deciding whether or not it's right for you

The first thing that needs consideration is where your potential business should be located. A major factor here is population density - what does the neighborhood look like? Is there plenty of foot traffic on any given day? If so, this would mean more customers for the restaurant! You also want to make sure there are no competing businesses nearby that may lure away your customer base; try looking at some other areas of town with less competition and underserved population.

What are the costs of buying a drive through restaurant?

The costs to consider include the cost of the building, renovations or repairs and upgrades needed in order to do business. There may be additional fees such as franchise fees, permits, licensing. Talk to your broker about additional costs.

The cost for a commercial property itself will vary depending on the size and location; a building might cost more than one near a busy highway interchange with high traffic volume. The price per square foot also varies significantly by location.

How to make your purchase profitable and sustainable in the long run.

Purchasing a profitable drive-through restaurant requires careful research and consideration of what is needed in the area.

You will need to consider the most profitable drive-through locations, deciding if you want a single site or plan on multiple sites.

Consideration should be given to both established restaurants with traffic volumes that meet your needs as well as those which are under-performing but have potential for time and money investment to increase revenues.

Is it worth it for you to buy a drive thru restaurant now?

Right now is a a great time to invest in a drive through restaurant.

As of 2021, Interest rates are low and there is less competition for properties, which means you can get the property for less money than if you buy it later on down the road when prices and interest rates may increase. Additionally, now would be a good time to buy because people need convenient and safe food options during tough economic times.

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