Chula Vista, CA Office Overview
The Chula Vista real estate market includes the Bayfront, Otay Ranch, and Central Chula Vista commercial real estate submarkets. With a population of nearly 270,000 people, it’s situated mid-point between the much larger city of San Diego and the Mexican border town of Tijuana.
As of mid-2017, the Chula Vista office market encompasses nearly 950,000 square feet of existing office space in properties larger than 50,000 square feet. The commercial real estate market is located in the middle of one of the economically richest and most culturally diverse regions of the U.S.
Chula Vista, CA Office Inventory Description
The office inventory in Chula Vista offers a cost-effective alternative to the higher-priced market of San Diego just 7.5 miles to the north. The market here offers a nice blend of both Class A and B space. Class A or A+ properties in contribute nearly 350,000 square feet to the market, while Class B product in the city accounts for nearly 600,000 square feet of the total office inventory.
The Eastlake submarket of the city is one area that sees consistent demand for office space. Located just north of the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center along Highway 125 and Otay Lakes Road, this part of the city is home to trophy assets such as The Plaza at Eastlake, the Eastlake Medical & Professional Center, and the Otay Lakes Medical & Dental Center at 2440 Fenton Street.
Chula Vista, CA Commercial Inventory Breakdown
Office Spaces
Total: 2,974,082 SF
By square footage range:
- 50k to 100k SF: 650,495 SF / 21.87% of total office
- 100k to 500k SF: 2,323,587 SF / 78.13% of total office
By class:
- Class A: 680,404 SF / 22.88% of total office
- Class B: 948,078 SF / 31.88% of total office
Top 10 Largest Office Buildings
in Chula Vista
| Office building | Address | Sqft | Year built |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millenia Office - Discover | SEC Millenia Avenue & Stylus Street, 91915 | 425,600 | n/a |
| 850 Lagoon Drive | 850 Lagoon Drive, 91910 | 253,344 | 1992 |
| Chula Vista Bayfront - Office | NWC Marina Pkwy & Bay Blvd, 91910 | 220,000 | n/a |
| Millenia Office - Invent - Building 4 | SWC Millenia Avenue & Stylus Street, 91915 | 215,000 | n/a |
| Venture Commerce Center - EastLake | 870 Jetty Lane, 91914 | 192,900 | 2006 |
| Millenia Office - Invent - Building 3 | SWC Millenia Avenue & Stylus Street, 91915 | 180,000 | n/a |
| Millenia Office - Invent - Building 2 | SWC Millenia Avenue & Stylus Street, 91915 | 175,000 | n/a |
| Millenia Office - Think - Building II | SEC Millenia Avenue & Stylus Street, 91915 | 168,000 | n/a |
| Millenia Office - Think - Building I | SEC Millenia Avenue & Stylus Street, 91915 | 150,000 | n/a |
| Gateway Chula Vista II | 333 H Street, 91910 | 131,760 | 2005 |
Most Recently-Built Office Buildings
in Chula Vista
| Office building | Address | Sqft | Year built |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas & Nancy Barnhart Cancer Center | 769 Medical Center Court, 91911 | 45,000 | 2012 |
| Otay Lakes Medical & Dental Center | 2440 Fenton Street, 91914 | 80,000 | 2008 |
| Eastlake Medical & Professional Center | 2090 Otay Lakes Road, 91915 | 67,903 | 2007 |
| Venture Commerce Center - EastLake | 870 Jetty Lane, 91914 | 192,900 | 2006 |
| Doctors Park at Eastlake | 971 Lane Avenue, 91914 | 72,500 | 2006 |
| Village Walk Medical Arts Center | 890 Eastlake Pkwy, 91914 | 45,000 | 2006 |
| Eastlake Business Center | 910 Hale Place, 91914 | 34,058 | 2006 |
| Gateway Chula Vista II | 333 H Street, 91910 | 131,760 | 2005 |
| Fenton Business Center | 871 Harold Place, 91914 | 43,395 | 2005 |
| Gateway Chula Vista I | 303 H Street, 91910 | 100,320 | 2003 |
Chula Vista, CA Green Office Space
According to the most recent National Green Building Adoption Index (2017) which surveyed the top 30 office markets in the country to gauge the growth of green building development, Chula Vista's neighbor San Diego ranked #9.
Over the years, the growth of green buildings in the United States has increased significantly. The Adoption Index report noted that from 2005 to 2017, the percentage of green, LEED and EPA Energy Star-rated buildings larger than 50,000 square feet has increased by nearly seven-times across these top 30 markets.
While the city isn't large enough to rank as a top office market, the city does not lack in green properties. One example is the High Tech High-School, which holds a LEED Gold certification with notable scorecard ratings for water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and innovative design.
Chula Vista, CA's Top Office-Using Sectors
The Chula Vista commercial real estate market sees consistent demand from the education, healthcare, and technology industries.
- Education – institutions such as the Sweetwater Union High School District, the Chula Vista Elementary School District, and Southwestern College, along with the varied smaller businesses that they attract to the marketplace.
- Healthcare – organizations such as the Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and the Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista.
- Technology – firms such as United Technologies Aerospace.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much does office space cost in Chula Vista, CA?
The average office rental rate in Chula Vista, CA is $28.17 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.
What is the size of available office spaces in Chula Vista, CA?
The Chula Vista, CA office market can accommodate various businesses, sporting a range of office space availabilities. The average size of office space availabilities is 7,544 square feet. If you’re just starting out as a company or as an entrepreneur, the smallest available office space in Chula Vista, CA is 396 square feet, while the maximum rentable space on the market now is 14,691 square feet.
How do I get office space in Chula Vista, CA?
Start your search for office space in Chula Vista, CA by using our filters that allow you to find the best space for your business needs. Filter listings by location, property size, available space or lease rate. Property pages will offer details about an office building’s rating, year built, availabilities, price per square foot and more. After drawing up a shortlist, make sure you contact the listed broker(s) to schedule a viewing and begin the negotiation process for your lease contract.
How many office listings are available in Chula Vista, CA?
There are 43 office listings on the Chula Vista, CA market.
Chula Vista Demographics
Population
- Total Population266,468
- Male Population(49.4 %) 131,656
- Female Population(50.6 %) 134,812
- Median Age34.90
Income/Financial
- Average Household Income$93,173
- Median Household Income$76,354
- Median Income Under 25$38,945
- Median Income 25-44$74,705
- Median Income 45-64$91,724
- Median Income Over 65$50,461
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