Brea, CA Office Overview
The Brea real estate market neighbors the Anaheim, Newport Beach, and Santa Ana commercial real estate markets. While the city has a population of just over 40,000 residents, the city is also part of the much larger Los Angeles metropolitan region, which is home to over 13 million people. Located only 33 miles southeast of Los Angeles, the demand for office space in Brea is consistently strong.
As of mid-2017, the Brea market contained nearly 4 million square feet of existing office space in properties larger than 50,000 square feet. A diverse variety of commercial and industrial businesses drive the city’s economy and create sturdy demand for commercial real estate in Brea.
Brea, CA Office Inventory Description
As part of Orange County, the city contributes a good share to the region's $866 billion in annual gross metropolitan product. Due to its proximity to both the Los Angeles and Long Beach, demand for office space in Brea is consistent year over year. Class A or A+ space in Brea totals just under 2.3 million square feet, while Class B product is 1.5 million square feet of the total inventory.
Although small in size, it has more than its share of Class A portfolio properties. Located mainly along Interstate 90 and Route 57, Brea office market includes the Brea Corporate Plaza, the Saturn Business Park, and the Fairway Center II at 675 Placentia Avenue.
Brea, CA Commercial Inventory Breakdown
Office Spaces
Total: 3,781,146 SF
By square footage range:
- 50k to 100k SF: 1,152,667 SF / 30.48% of total office
- 100k to 500k SF: 1,990,976 SF / 52.66% of total office
- 500k to 1M SF: 637,503 SF / 16.86% of total office
By class:
- Class A: 2,032,506 SF / 53.75% of total office
- Class B: 1,748,640 SF / 46.25% of total office
Top 10 Largest Office Buildings
in Brea
| Office building | Address | Sqft | Year built |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of America Campus | 275 Valencia Avenue, 92823 | 637,503 | 1983 |
| Olen Pointe Brea II | 10 Pointe Drive, 92821 | 280,203 | 2000 |
| Olen Pointe Brea I | 1 Pointe Drive, 92821 | 206,539 | 1989 |
| 1698 Greenbriar Lane | 1698 Greenbriar Lane, 92821 | 164,914 | 1976 |
| Brea Place - 135 South State College Blvd | 135 South State College Blvd, 92821 | 163,857 | 1987 |
| Brea Place | 145 South State College Boulevard, 92621 | 162,779 | 1987 |
| Fairway Center II | 675 Placentia Avenue, 92821 | 133,943 | 2002 |
| Olen Pointe Brea Office Park - Six Pointe Drive | 6 Pointe Drive, 92821 | 131,687 | 2006 |
| Olen Pointe Brea III | 6 Pointe Drive, 92821 | 131,687 | 2006 |
| Olen Pointe Brea Office Park - One Pointe Drive | 1 Pointe Drive, 92821 | 130,000 | 1989 |
Largest Office Properties Recently Completed
in Brea
| Office building | Address | Sqft | Year built |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brea Medical Center | 380 West Central Avenue, 92821 | 38,313 | 2019 |
| ECCU IV | 915 West Imperial Hwy, 92821 | 82,150 | 2007 |
| Olen Pointe Brea Office Park - Six Pointe Drive | 6 Pointe Drive, 92821 | 131,687 | 2006 |
| ECCU III | 975 West Imperial Hwy, 92821 | 82,150 | 2004 |
| Kaiser Permanente Brea Medical Offices | 1900 East Lambert Road, 92821 | 30,043 | 2003 |
| Fairway Center II | 675 Placentia Avenue, 92821 | 133,943 | 2002 |
| ECCU I | 955 West Imperial Hwy, 92821 | 101,990 | 2002 |
| Olen Pointe Brea Office Park - Ten Pointe Drive | 10 Pointe Drive, 92821 | 80,157 | 2000 |
| Brea Corporate Park - 3010 & 3050 Saturn Street | 3010 Saturn Street, 92821 | 52,937 | 1999 |
| Olen Pointe Brea Office Park - Fifty Pointe Drive | 50 Pointe Drive, 92821 | 129,924 | 1998 |
Brea, CA Green Office Space
Green space totals nearly 802,000 square feet, or about 21% of the total office space in the city, in buildings larger than 50,000 square feet. Over the past decade, the percentage of green, LEED-certified, and Energy Star-certified buildings in the top 30 U.S. office markets has grown significantly. Back in 2005, less than 5% of the available workspace was green. Now, according to the most recent National Green Building Adoption Index, about 38% is rated as green, energy-efficient space.
One example of an energy-saving building in Brea is the ECCU III. Located at 975 West Imperial Highway, this property was constructed in 2004 and contributes 82,150 square feet of Class A LEED-certified office space to the city.
Brea, CA's Top Office-Using Sectors
The Brea office market is driven in large part by banking, insurance, retail, and large corporate sectors.
- Banking – Bank of America is one of the top employers in the city.
- Insurance – companies such as Mercury Insurance Group, The Hartford, and VIP Pet Insurance,
- Retail – Large retailers, and the numerous vendor businesses they attract, include Albertson's and Nordstrom,
- Corporate Office – Companies headquartered in the city include Beckman Coulter, Inc., Nature's Best, Ventura Foods, LLC, and ViewSonic North American.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does office space cost in Brea, CA?
The average office rental rate in Brea, CA is $26.5 per square foot. Asking prices vary based on the property’s location, overall rating, amenities, proximity to restaurants, cafes and entertainment venues, as well as public transport, airports and highways. Check Brea Office Market Trends for more stats.
What is the size of available office spaces in Brea, CA?
The Brea, CA office market can accommodate various businesses, sporting a range of office space availabilities. The average size of office space availabilities is 13,479 square feet. If you’re just starting out as a company or as an entrepreneur, the smallest available office space in Brea, CA is 343 square feet, while the maximum rentable space on the market now is 26,614 square feet.
How do I get office space in Brea, CA?
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How many office listings are available in Brea, CA?
There are 47 office listings on the Brea, CA market. See all available office spaces for rent.
What other property types are available for lease in Brea, CA?
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Brea Demographics
Population
- Total Population42,678
- Male Population(47.8 %) 20,383
- Female Population(52.2 %) 22,295
- Median Age39.50
Income/Financial
- Average Household Income$117,540
- Median Household Income$94,492
- Median Income Under 25$57,125
- Median Income 25-44$106,230
- Median Income 45-64$107,599
- Median Income Over 65$62,540