News Summary
Space Investment Partners has successfully sold the Westport Plaza & Square retail center in Costa Mesa for $25.7 million. Covering nearly 40,000 square feet and 97% leased at the time of sale, the property attracted the attention of Asana Partners from North Carolina. This investment indicates confidence in the East 17th Street retail corridor and adds to the area’s appeal. The sale, facilitated by CBRE, highlights increasing interest in Costa Mesa’s retail market.
Costa Mesa, California – Space Investment Partners, a company based in Corona del Mar, has successfully sold Westport Plaza & Square for $25.7 million. The retail center, located at 369 E. 17th St. and 1685 Tustin Ave., covers almost 40,000 square feet and was 97% leased at the time of the sale. The buyer, Asana Partners, a real estate investment firm from Charlotte, North Carolina, makes this acquisition notable as it marks the first investment by an institutional firm in the East 17th Street retail corridor of Costa Mesa.
The transaction reflects a strengthening confidence in the long-term value of the area, bolstered by the presence of well-capitalized investors vying for ownership of the property. The sale represents a significant increase in value for Space Investment Partners, which had purchased the plaza in 2019 for $18.4 million, equivalent to $470 per square foot.
The sale was facilitated by CBRE’s National Retail Partners-West team, with brokers Jimmy Slusher, Megan Lanni, and Shaya Northrup representing both the buyer and seller during the process. The competitive nature of the bidding underscored the desirability of the Westport Plaza & Square property, which benefits from over 535 feet of linear frontage along E. 17th Street and occupies approximately 13.73 acres of leased land.
Current tenants at Westport Plaza & Square include popular establishments such as Plums Café & Catering, Fleur De Lys, and Crumbl Cookies. The retail center, originally constructed in 1975, has undergone two renovations, first in 2002 and again in 2018, ensuring its conformity with modern retail standards and enhancing its appeal to both tenants and customers.
The property is encumbered by a long-term ground lease that is set to continue through 2079, providing stability and value to the new ownership. CBRE’s marketing campaign was extensive, distributing over 261 confidentiality agreements and offering memoranda, showcasing the property’s potential to attract a wide range of interested investors.
Asana Partners plans to further develop and enhance the shopping and dining experience for the local community following the acquisition. Their strategic vision indicates a commitment to improving not only the retail center but also the overall vibrancy of the East 17th Street area. This investment may therefore signify a broader trend of revitalization and interest in the locality.
Overall, the sale of Westport Plaza & Square confirms the increasing attractiveness of Costa Mesa’s retail assets and highlights Space Investment Partners’ successful investment strategy over the past few years. The continuous improvements and the well-leased status of the property further solidify its position within the competitive retail market.
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