2261 Rutherford Road

2261 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Property Information

  • For Lease $1.45/SF/MO
  • Property Type Industrial - Manufacturing
  • Property Size 21,473 SF
  • Lot Size 1.55 Acre
  • Parking Spaces Avail. 72
  • Parking Ratio 3.30 / 1,000 SF
  • Property Tenancy Single Tenant
  • Year Built 1985
  • Date Updated Mar 13, 2026
  • Grade Level Doors 2
  • Office Area 10,971 SF
  • HVAC None

Description

Located in the prestigious Carlsbad Research Center, 2261 Rutherford Rd is a unique, freestanding industrial facility built and designed for specialized manufacturing, research & development purposes. For over a decade, it has accommodated American Lithium Energy U.S.-based manufacturing operations producing battery cells for the world’s most demanding missions – including space, military, and electric flight.STREET ADDRESS: 2261 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 BUILDING SIZE: 21,743 SF # OF STORIES: One (1) - Single Story % OFFICE: 50% WAREHOUSE/R&D: 50% CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Reinforced Concrete LOT SIZE: 67,562 SF PARKING RATIO: 3.3/1,000 SF (72 Stalls) LOADING: Two (2) Grade Level Doors CLEAR HEIGHT: 18’ Minimum POWER: 2,000 Amps, 277/480V FIRE SUPPRESSION: Yes, Sprinklers ZONING: CM DRIVEWAYS: Two (2) Access Points AVAILABILITY DATE: Immediate LEASE RATE: $1.45/SF NNN NNN: $0.40 SALE PRICE: $6,415,000 ($295/SF) Improvements include: • Select demolition of existing improvements to optimize layout • Warehouse area opened up to create a larger, more efficient manufacturing and distribution space. • Warehouse lighting being raised to improve clear height. • New interior paint throughout the entire premises. • Select exterior paint improvements. • Overall refresh to deliver a clean, move-in ready environment.STREET ADDRESS: 2261 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 BUILDING SIZE: 21,743 SF # OF STORIES: One (1) - Single Story % OFFICE: 50% WAREHOUSE/R&D: 50% CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Reinforced Concrete LOT SIZE: 67,562 SF PARKING RATIO: 3.3/1,000 SF (72 Stalls) LOADING: Two (2) Grade Level Doors CLEAR HEIGHT: 18’ Minimum POWER: 2,000 Amps, 277/480V FIRE SUPPRESSION: Yes, Sprinklers ZONING: CM DRIVEWAYS: Two (2) Access Points AVAILABILITY DATE: Immediate LEASE RATE: $1.45/SF NNN NNN: $0.40 SALE PRICE: $6,415,000 ($295/SF) Improvements include: • Select demolition of existing improvements to optimize layout • Warehouse area opened up to create a larger, more efficient manufacturing and distribution space. • Warehouse lighting being raised to improve clear height. • New interior paint throughout the entire premises. • Select exterior paint improvements. • Overall refresh to deliver a clean, move-in ready environment.

1 Space Available

2261 Rutherford Rd.

Space Type

Warehouse/Distribution

Lease Rate

$1.45/SF/MO

Total Space

21,743 SF

Divisible Space

21,743 - 21,743 SF

Available Date

Immediate

Lease Type

NNN

Renewal Option

Yes

Sublease

No

Contacts

Marko Dragovic

Lee & Associates

Location

Located at 2261 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008, this property is part of the Industrial Corridor - City Centre neighborhood and San Diego market.

Contact Listing Broker
Marko Dragovic

Lee & Associates

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