Sylvia Square Properties Sells 15,234 SQFT Retail Strip Center for $6.65MM

Los Angeles, CA – May 23, 2023 – NAI Capital Commercial is pleased to announce that Executive Vice President Sheri Messerlian, along with Vice President David Shaby from the Retail Services Group in the South Bay office, successfully completed the investment/owner user sale of a 15,234 square foot retail strip center in Torrance, California. Sheri and David represented both the seller, Sylvia Square Properties LLC, and the buyer, Benecia Avenue LLC, in the transaction. The sale price totaled $6,650,000, or $436 per square foot. 

Sylvia Square is located on approximately 1.14 acres at 23811-31 Hawthorne Blvd in the highly sought-after South Torrance market area. The property, built in 1974, spans 15,234 square feet and offers outstanding street visibility, monument signage, and an impressive 200 feet frontage on Hawthorne Boulevard. It also provides a parking ratio of 5 per 1,000 square feet and boasts a Walk Score of 81, ensuring easy access to parks, restaurants, offices, retail establishments, and the renowned Del Amo Fashion Regional Center. Each day, over 42,388 vehicles pass by Sylvia Square on Hawthorne Blvd.

Sheri stated, “This property presented a rare opportunity for the new investor to refresh the building and attract tenants with market-rate leases.” She further mentioned, “The asset has been owned by the same entity for over 40 years.”

“The buyer is highly satisfied with the addition of this investment to their portfolio,” said David. He also added, “We are witnessing significant interest from investors for well-located, high-quality retail assets like this one.” 

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