Oceanside Flagship Retail Opportunity | Hard Corner & Transit-Oriented Development

Lee & Associates is pleased to present a premier 16,730 SF retail box at the signalized intersection of Coast Hwy & Oceanside Blvd. This former Rite Aid features a high-volume drive-thru and unparalleled visibility within the South Coast Highway Redevelopment Zone, offering a flexible layout for flagship retail, medical, or lifestyle-service uses.

Investment & Leasing Highlights

• Prime Hard-Corner Visibility: Commanding position at a signalized "main-and-main" intersection with exposure to 40,000 Vehicles Per Day (VPD).

• Transit-Oriented Success (TOD): Directly adjacent to the Sprinter Light Rail Station, which saw 1.82 million riders in 2024 (an 8% year-over-year increase), providing a constant stream of foot traffic.

• Flexible Retail Layout: 16,730 SF of "Class A" space with prominent pylon signage, excellent frontage, and a high-clearance retail floorplan.

• Strategic Coastal Position: Located at the heart of Oceanside’s revitalized coastal corridor, positioned perfectly between San Diego and Orange County.

Explosive Market Growth & Tourism Data

Oceanside has evolved into one of Southern California’s most sought-after coastal destinations:

• Record-Breaking Tourism: 2024 tourism spending skyrocketed to $625 million (a 6% jump), with continued growth through 2025 as luxury hotel and mixed-use developments come online.

• High-Density & Affluent Demographics: Serves over 153,000 residents within a 5-mile radius, boasting an impressive average household income of $134,721.

• Evolving "South O" Lifestyle District: Surrounded by a wave of new chef-driven restaurants, boutiques, and the Coast Highway Vision Plan redevelopment, attracting a sophisticated mix of locals and visitors.

Location Overview: The New Downtown Oceanside

Oceanside is currently undergoing a massive downtown revitalization, with over 1,000 new residential units approved or under construction. This site offers an investor or tenant the rare chance to secure a flagship footprint in a recession-resilient coastal market that is quickly becoming the "North County" alternative to La Jolla and Huntington Beach.