Santa Ana, CA Office Overview
The Santa Ana real estate market includes the Delhi, Madison Park - Cornerstone Village, and Park Santiago - Fairhaven office space submarkets. With over 3.1 million residents, Santa Ana is also part of the Greater Los Angeles metropolitan region that is home to more than 13 million people. As the second-most populous city in Orange County, the city is a magnet for a variety of both traditional and newer, cutting-edge businesses.
As of mid-2017, Santa Ana is home to nearly 9.6 million square feet of office space in buildings larger than 50,000 square feet. The high-technology and aerospace industries contribute heavily to the local economy and provide an ever-growing demand for Class A space and commercial real estate in Santa Ana, CA.
Santa Ana, CA Office Inventory Description
Santa Ana is one of the most densely populated cities in the U.S., fourth only to New York City, Boston, and San Francisco. With a gross annual metropolitan product of $218 billion there is consistent need for white-collar office space. Of the 9.6 million square feet of inventory in Santa Ana, Class A product accounts for a little less than 3.5 million square feet of the total supply, while Class B space in Santa Ana adds just over 5.6 million square feet of additional office space to the market.
The Downtown Santa Ana submarket sees some of the strongest demand for white-collar office employment in the area. Bordered by West Civic Center Drive, Main Street, West 1st Street, and North Flower Street, this market is home to world-class buildings such as the Civic Center Plaza Towers, the WH Spurgeon Building, and the Transit Tower at 405 West 5th Street.
`Santa Ana, CA Commercial Inventory Breakdown
Office Spaces
Total: 11,673,100 SF
By square footage range:
- 50k to 100k SF: 2,597,176 SF / 22.25% of total office
- 100k to 500k SF: 7,780,800 SF / 66.66% of total office
- 500k to 1M SF: 1,295,124 SF / 11.09% of total office
By class:
- Class A+: 545,124 SF / 4.67% of total office
- Class A: 3,456,937 SF / 29.61% of total office
- Class B: 6,387,394 SF / 54.72% of total office
- Class C: 293,559 SF / 2.51% of total office
Top 10 Largest Office Buildings
in Santa Ana
| Office building | Address | Sqft | Year built |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange County Business Center | 1261 East Dyer Road, 92705 | 437,000 | 1986 |
| 1761-1801 East St. Andrew Place | 1801 East St. Andrew Place, 92705 | 367,045 | 1989 |
| Xerox Centre | 1851 East 1st Street, 92705 | 321,836 | 1988 |
| Griffin Towers - 5 Hutton Centre Drive | 5 Hutton Centre Drive, 92707 | 280,219 | 1987 |
| First American Corporation World Headquarters - Phase II | 4 First American Way, 92707 | 275,000 | 2006 |
| Griffin Towers - 6 Hutton Centre Drive | 6 Hutton Centre Drive, 92707 | 269,729 | 1987 |
| 3 MacArthur Place | 3 MacArthur Place, 92707 | 246,763 | 1999 |
| 1750 East Fourth Street | 1750 East 4th Street, 92705 | 229,989 | 1994 |
| Lakeside Tower at MacArthur Place | 4 Hutton Centre Drive, 92707 | 216,446 | 1988 |
| Main Street Town Center | 2677 North Main Street, 92705 | 215,003 | 1986 |
Largest Office Properties Recently Completed
in Santa Ana
| Office building | Address | Sqft | Year built |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olen Parkcenter Plaza | 601 North Parkcenter Drive, 92705 | 29,439 | 2012 |
| Tustin Centre II | 1525 North Tustin Avenue, 92705 | 82,042 | 2010 |
| Santa Ana Medical Office Building | 2212 East 4th Street, 92705 | 56,800 | 2008 |
| First American Corporation World Headquarters - Phase II | 4 First American Way, 92707 | 275,000 | 2006 |
| 1900 East 1st Street | 1900 East 1st Street, 92705 | 38,866 | 2004 |
| 17th Street Office Park | 1575 East 17th Street, 92705 | 57,000 | 2002 |
| Old Santa Ana City Hall | 217 North Main Street, 92701 | 35,100 | 2002 |
| Richman Professional Center | 2090 NE Tustin Avenue, 92705 | 25,000 | 2002 |
| Twin Towers at MacArthur Place - 2 MacArthur Place | 2 MacArthur Place, 92707 | 208,041 | 2001 |
| Twin Towers at MacArthur Place - 1 MacArthur Place | 1 MacArthur Place, 92707 | 204,009 | 2001 |
Santa Ana, CA Green Office Space
As both tenants and office building investors in California recognize the numerous benefits of energy-efficient and green space, the availability has increased year by year. Of the 70 office buildings in Santa Ana that are larger than 50,000 square feet, 9% are considered to be green buildings, contributing over 1.2 million square feet of green office space to the Santa Ana market.
One example of a green office building in Santa Ana is the Tustin Centre II. Located in the Saddleback View - Mabury Park commercial real estate submarket of Santa Ana, this 82,000-square-foot Class A office building was built in 2010 and holds a LEED Gold certification.
The 2017 National Green Building Adoption Index surveyed the U.S. as a whole and found that in the top 30 major markets in the U.S. the percentage of green buildings, LEED-certified and EPA Energy Star-rated property has increased by 33% over the past 12 years.
Santa Ana, CA's Top Office-Using Sectors
The Santa Ana market sees some of the most robust demand for Class A space from top office-using industry sectors such as high technology, healthcare, government & education, and larger corporate office users.
- High Technology – Ingram Micro, Freedom Communications, and MSC Software Corporation are some of the biggest employers and users of white-collar office space in Santa Ana;
- Healthcare – Institutions such as Tenet Healthcare and the California Department of Mental Health also contribute to the demand for white-collar employment in the Santa Ana metro area;
- Government & Education – Orange County, Corinthian Colleges, and the Rancho Santiago Community College District are a few of the organizations of this top office-using sector in Santa Ana;
- Corporate Office – Companies headquartered in Santa Ana, California include Behr Paint, First American Corporation, SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, and TTM Technologies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does office space cost in Santa Ana, CA?
The average office rental rate in Santa Ana, CA is $27.35 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 Santa Ana Office Market Trends for more stats.
What is the size of available office spaces in Santa Ana, CA?
The Santa Ana, CA office market can accommodate various businesses, sporting a range of office space availabilities. The average size of office space availabilities is 21,273 square feet. If you’re just starting out as a company or as an entrepreneur, the smallest available office space in Santa Ana, CA is 158 square feet, while the maximum rentable space on the market now is 42,388 square feet.
How do I get office space in Santa Ana, CA?
Start your search for office space in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA?
There are 161 office listings on the Santa Ana, CA market. See all available office spaces for rent.
Where to rent an office space in Santa Ana, CA?
Popular Santa Ana neighbourhoods with available office spaces include Saddleback View - Mabury Park, Sandpointe and Southwest Santa Ana.
What other property types are available for lease in Santa Ana, CA?
In addition to traditional office spaces, commercial real estate listings on our platform also include coworking & shared office space options, retail spaces, industrial buildings, warehouses, distribution facilities, and more.
Santa Ana Demographics
Population
- Total Population332,794
- Male Population(51.0 %) 169,868
- Female Population(49.0 %) 162,926
- Median Age31.80
Income/Financial
- Average Household Income$83,472
- Median Household Income$66,145
- Median Income Under 25$48,169
- Median Income 25-44$61,987
- Median Income 45-64$76,616
- Median Income Over 65$51,301
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