- For Lease $1.49 - $2.49/SF/MO
- Property Type Retail
- Property Size 157,175 SF
- Lot Size 0.48 Acre
- Year Built 1920
- Date Updated Mar 12, 2026
Description
Zoning Update: Formula Retail Now Permitted on Van Ness Avenue
Recent legislation has officially cleared the way for formula retail on Van Ness, opening the corridor to national brands, franchises, and chain retailers.
1000 Van Ness is one of the largest structures north of the Civic Center, along Van Ness Avenue and O'Farrell Street in San Francisco, California. Developed by the architectural firm Weeks and Day, the property was one of the city's most successful buildings in the 1920s. The property was famously used as the Don Lee automotive showroom (a former Cadillac dealership) until the 1950s. After that, 1000 Van Ness was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
1000 Van Ness was converted by TMG Partners into a modern 147,528-square-foot mixed-use complex. The newly repurposed property houses the first 92,724-square-foot multi-screen movie theater developed in San Francisco within the past 20 years. The property also includes a 33,222-square-foot health club, 7,500 square feet of retail space, 14,000 square feet of office space, 50 luxury loft condominiums, and a 450-car garage.
1000 Van Ness is walkable to several shopping, dining, and entertainment amenities. This retail destination is walkable to public transit through multiple MUNI, Caltrain, and BART lines. Several educational institutions are in the neighboring Civic Center neighborhood, including UC Law San Francisco (formerly known as the UC Hastings College of the Law), the Art Institute of California San Francisco, and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
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7 Spaces Available
1st Floor, Ste Grand Gallery Suite
Office
$1.74/SF/MO
10,462 SF
Immediate
Modified Gross
No
10,462 SF | 10 Private Rooms
Open floor plan with high ceilings
Perfect for retail, entertainment, bars, arcades, VR, and immersive experiences
Flexible layout—can be divided into smaller spaces
Prime location next to a 14-screen movie theater with strong foot traffic
1st Floor, Ste Grand Lobby Suite
Retail
$1.99/SF/MO
3,726 SF
Immediate
Modified Gross
No
This 3,726-square-foot retail suite is destined to be a dine-in restaurant. Located in a glassed-off space adjacent to the lobby, this space features floor-to-ceiling windows and grand ceilings,
- Partially Built Out as a Restaurant or Café Space
- Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
- Fits 10 - 32 People
- Space is in Excellent Condition
1st Floor, Ste Kiosk
Retail
$2.49/SF/MO
450 SF
Immediate
Modified Gross
No
This space offers an open layout with 34-foot ceilings, polished marble floors, and abundant natural light. It is highly visible and sees strong foot traffic. It is ideal for luxury kiosks, premium goods, sweets stands, and specialty retail. Total area of 450 SF, including 250 SF of exclusive tenant use.
- Rate includes utilities, building services and property expenses
- Space is in Excellent Condition
- Finished Ceilings: 8’ - 34’
- Set within a historic building
- Located in-line with other retail
- Central Air Conditioning
- Prime Window-Front Space
- Ideal for luxury kiosk concepts
1st Floor, Ste Lobby Cafe
Retail
$2.49/SF/MO
1,500 SF
Immediate
Modified Gross
No
Bring your brand to life at 1000 Van Ness, where history meets high-density urban living. This 1,500 SF café/kiosk space sits at the heart of a vibrant destination blending entertainment, fitness, retail, and luxury residences. With average household incomes nearing $150K within one mile and formula retail now permitted, the stage is set for a standout food & beverage concept.
4th Floor, Ste Fitness Center
Retail
$1.49/SF/MO
35,537 SF
Immediate
Modified Gross
No
3,325-35,537 SF fitness studio with high ceilings and flexible floor plan.
- Central Heating System
- After Hours HVAC Available
- 7 private studio rooms
- 13-foot ceilings
- 4 In-suite bathrooms
- 2 Men and women restrooms
- 35-foot climbing wall
- Polished concrete floors
Contacts
NAI Norcal
Location
Located at 1000 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109, this property is part of the Van Ness - Civic Center neighborhood and San Francisco market.
NAI Norcal
