What are the different types of commercial real estate?

Commercial real estate is a broad category that includes a high variety of space types designed to meet the needs of various industries of the local economy and their specialized subsectors, as presented in our real estate 101 guide to types of commercial real estate . However, there are three main categories that you are most likely to come across: office, retail, and industrial space . Modern office space is typically organized over large floor plates bound by high ceilings and large windows for an abundance of natural light and is located in transit-oriented developments with good access to multiple modes of transportation, so as to facilitate employee commute. The Carlsbad commercial real estate market incorporates 6,871,269 square feet of office space across 135 buildings. Office buildings can also accommodate coworking spaces , which are shared office options that typically cater to the needs of small, startup businesses that require flexible workspaces, a concentration of amenities, and services that can be accessed on an occasional or short-term basis. In Carlsbad, the coworking segment of the commercial real estate market incorporates about 5,430 square feet. Retail space includes shopping malls, department stores, street retail, or specialty stores dedicated to a narrow range of products. Such properties are typically located in high foot-traffic and/or car traffic areas, to facilitate customer access. The Carlsbad commercial real estate market includes 2,474,515 square feet of retail space in a variety of settings. Industrial property most often serves businesses operating in manufacturing or logistics and generally consists of large open spaces located within good access to roads, railways, freight airports or regional water ports. Industrial space listings can include warehouses, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, flexible industrial space, or even data center facilities. Across the Carlsbad market, there is a total of 6,777,306 square feet of industrial property.

What types of commercial real estate are available in Carlsbad, CA?

The largest share of commercial real estate space for lease in Carlsbad is represented by Industrial space , which accounts for 1,297,877 square feet of available listings. Office space available in Carlsbad adds up to 911,189 square feet.

What factors affect the price of commercial real estate in Carlsbad, CA?

The price of renting or buying commercial real estate is influenced by a variety of factors, including: the property type (for example, office space is priced higher than other property types in most locations); the condition and asset class rating (property rated class A or above will typically command a higher price than lower grade classifications); the quality or the development potential of the property location; whether or not there is high demand for the type of commercial asset in question; and what the state of supply is relative to demand.

What is the average rent for commercial space in Carlsbad, CA?

The average rent for commercial real estate space listed for lease in Carlsbad is $27.99 per square foot. However, this value does not offer enough perspective on its own, as you will find significant variation in prices across property types, property classes, and location, as well as other impacting factors. For instance, rent per square foot of office space in Carlsbad can vary greatly depending on the rating of the property from Class A to Class C, as well as across the city depending on the location of the asset. What’s more, each commercial property type makes its own rent market: while the average rent for office space rested at $36.19 per square foot, industrial space in Carlsbad saw average rents of $17.75 per square foot.

What are the best areas for commercial real estate in Carlsbad, CA?

The best choice of location for commercial space depends on the factors that are most relevant to your business. A good thing to look for at the start, however, is the areas of the city that have the highest concentration of your preferred type of property, as these areas are generally well connected to the amenities and points of interest that are most relevant to each property type. As such, there are several areas that you could consider to be the best location for commercial real estate in Carlsbad, depending on the property type you are interested in. The highest concentration of commercial space listings of any kind in Carlsbad is in the Industrial Corridor - City Centre neighborhood. But if we look at each commercial property type, we find that for office space, the best location is the Industrial Corridor - City Centre area . Meanwhile, retail space opportunities are most abundant in the La Costa Oaks submarket. Alternatively, if you are looking for warehouse or other industrial space, consider looking at listings in Industrial Corridor - City Centre . Select your preferred property type from the search filters menu at the top of the search page and then navigate the interactive map for a better view of commercial real estate availability in the locations most suited to your needs.

How do I find a good commercial real estate broker?

Whether or not leasing commercial space is a new experience for you, there are significant benefits to working with a commercial real estate broker . In addition to saving you time and money, an experienced broker will contribute specialist knowledge of the local market , the property type you need representation for, and will handle negotiations on your behalf in your best interest. To start, it is important for you to have a good understanding of what kind of broker you need. For instance, there are differences between a tenant broker and a listing broker . Also important at the start is to have a clear idea of what kind of space (or tenant) you are looking for and what (if any) particular needs and requirements you might have. And, while it is good to get a referral, you should interview several brokers to better gauge who you feel would best represent your interests. CommercialCafe hosts listings from some of the most trusted commercial real estate brokerages in the country. Use the contact form available on each listing page or the contact details for the property representatives to reach out and start your search!

What is the most profitable commercial real estate?

The profitability of a commercial real estate investment depends on a multitude of factors working together. These factors include the quality of the asset itself — which itself includes aspects such as location, property class, amenities, and the quality of the property management — to the local market conditions, the state of the local economy, the demand for that particular type of commercial property, and of course the costs of owning and maintaining it relative to what leasing rate or sale price you get from the property. Asking rents in the city went as high as $45 per square foot. In particular, the property type commanding the highest lease rates in Carlsbad was Office space. Conversely, the highest sale price last year was $88,750,000 that is located at 5909 Sea Otter Place.

What is the average size of a commercial property in Carlsbad, CA?

The average size of a commercial property in Carlsbad depends greatly on the property type and the location — geographical possibilities and zoning allowances have significant influence on how big developers can build. While there are outliers that break height or volume records in the city, we can look at some average sizes by property use: In Carlsbad, the average size of an office property is 58,231 square feet. Retail properties here incorporate an average of 88,376 square feet. Industrial space in Carlsbad is in buildings that are, on average 94,129 square feet in size.

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Carlsbad Pacific Center

701 Palomar Airport Road, South Beach, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Office

130,019 SF
Availability

9 Spaces

26,005 SF
Year Built

1987
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Pacific Vista Commerce Center - C

2800 Whiptail Loop, Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Industrial

216,332 SF
Availability

1 Space

46,838 SF
Year Built

2019
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Encinas Business Park

6100-6108 Avenida Encinas, South Beach, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

$24.00/SF/YR
Property

Industrial

103,782 SF
Availability

1 Space

2,700 SF
Year Built

1985
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Office @ Beacon La Costa

7750 El Camino Real, Rancho La Costa, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

$48.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

10,034 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

3,221 SF
Year Built

1982
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Pacific Center
HQ
701 Palomar Airport Road Suite 300, Carlsbad, CA
Services

Virtual Office

Open Workspace

Private Office

Dedicated Desk
Amenities

24/7 security

Access to global network

Business lounge

Cleaning services

Complimentary coffee & tea

High-speed internet

High-speed wifi

Kitchen

Mail services

Money-back guarantee
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2777 Loker Avenue West

2777 Loker Avenue West, Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Industrial

123,454 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

57,948 SF
Year Built

1990
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2270 Camino Vida Roble

2270 Camino Vida Roble, Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Industrial

106,311 SF
Availability

1 Space

5,463 SF
Year Built

1981
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Carlsbad Research Center

2131 Faraday Ave., Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Unassigned

47,075 SF
Availability

1 Space

47,075 SF
Year Built

1986
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5928 Farnsworth Court

5928 Farnsworth Court, Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

$1.20/SF/MO
Property

Industrial

54,154 SF
Availability

1 Space

54,154 SF
Year Built

1991
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Genesis Corporate Center

5938 Priestly Dr., Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Sale

$4,950,000
Property

Office

17,089 SF
Year Built

2001
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Carlsbad Research Center

2300 Faraday Ave., Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Industrial

13,010 SF
Availability

1 Space

9,389 SF
Year Built

1994
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A&T Industrial Park

2101 Las Palmas Drive Ste B, Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

$3,195.00/MO
Property

Industrial

2,100 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

4,200 SF
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ConneXn

5900 La Place Ct., Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Unassigned

44,600 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

44,600 SF
Year Built

1989
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ConneXn

5950 La Place Ct., Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Unassigned

41,500 SF
Availability

3 Spaces

41,500 SF
Year Built

1989
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Carlsbad Courtyard

2231 Rutherford Rd., Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Office

39,797 SF
Availability

4 Spaces

20,292 SF
Year Built

1986
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Ventana

2173 Salk Ave., Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Office

78,907 SF
Availability

1 Space

6,446 SF
Year Built

2007
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Palomar Crest Corporate Center

2701 Loker Avenue West, Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Office

81,810 SF
Availability

1 Space

5,300 SF
Year Built

1999
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The Quad

5760 Fleet St., Carlsbad Ranch, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

$38.40/SF/YR
Property

Office

46,454 SF
Availability

3 Spaces

23,173 SF
Year Built

2000
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Element

2236 Rutherford Rd., Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Industrial

49,396 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

17,785 SF
Year Built

1988
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Carlsbad Pacific Center

703 Palomar Airport Rd., South Beach, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Office

41,285 SF
Availability

3 Spaces

9,299 SF
Year Built

1989
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Flex Condo in The Towers

6123 Innovation Way, Bressi Ranch, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Industrial
Availability

1 Space

3,132 SF
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Los Coches Village

3235 Camino De Los Coches, La Costa Oaks, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Retail

85,247 SF
Availability

1 Space

2,655 SF
Year Built

2006
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Carlsbad Pacifica

5050 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad Ranch, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Office

51,162 SF
Availability

3 Spaces

8,622 SF
Year Built

1986
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2764 Gateway Rd

2764 Gateway Rd, Bressi Ranch, Carlsbad, CA
For Sale

$2,700,000
Property

Office

7,920 SF
Year Built

2007
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Carlsbad Courtyard

2231 Rutherford Rd., Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Sale

$10,250,000
Property

Office

39,797 SF
Year Built

1986
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North Pointe Tech Center - Bldg. B

6215 El Camino Real, Industrial Corridor - City Centre, Carlsbad, CA
For Lease

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Property

Industrial

63,600 SF
Availability

1 Space

63,600 SF
Year Built

1999
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