±14.97 AC Development Opportunity

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8973 California 140, Planada, CA 95365

This Planada property for sale is located at 8973 California 140. The current listed sale price for ±14.97 AC Development Opportunity is $2,495,000. ±14.97 AC Development Opportunity is situated on a lot that is 14.97 acre in size.

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Ian Cruda

SVN | Capital West Partners

Property Details

  • Property Type VacantLand
  • Lot Size 14.97 Acre
  • Date Updated Oct 5, 2026
Strategically positioned at the western gateway to Planada, the property offers a prominent location along State Route 140, the primary corridor connecting Merced to Yosemite National Park. The ±14.97-acre site features approximately 1,330 feet of Highway 140 frontage and 1,014 feet along Plainsburg Road, with exposure to approximately 8,500 vehicles per day. Located at the Highway 140 and Plainsburg Road intersection, the property will also benefit from a planned Caltrans roundabout improvement designed to enhance the intersection and create a more defined commercial corner. With established residential neighborhoods nearby, approximately five acres of commercial zoning along the highway, and residential zoning across the balance of the site, the property is well positioned to benefit from continued commercial and residential growth along the Highway 140 corridor.SVN | Capital West Partners is pleased to present 8973 E Highway 140, a ±14.97-acre development and investment opportunity strategically located at the western gateway to Planada. The property features approximately 1,330 feet of frontage along State Route 140 and 1,014 feet along Plainsburg Road, with exposure to approximately 8,500 vehicles per day. The site offers a unique combination of approximately five acres of C-2 General Commercial zoning along the highway and approximately ten acres of R-2 Residential zoning across the balance of the property, creating multiple development and exit strategies. The commercial frontage can accommodate a variety of uses, including retail, restaurants, fuel/service stations, car washes, and vehicle/RV sales, while the residential acreage offers potential for future housing development. Two existing tenants currently generate approximately $43,800 in annual income, providing holding income while an investor or developer evaluates future plans. The property is also positioned at the Highway 140 and Plainsburg Road intersection, where a Caltrans roundabout improvement is planned.
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Highlights

  • ±14.97 Acres at the western gateway to Planada
  • By-Right Commercial Uses: Develop the C-2 portion without a rezone or General Plan amendment
  • Corner Location: ±1,014 feet along Plainsburg Road
  • Divisible Land: Potential to separate and sell the commercial and residential portions to different buyers
  • Dual Zoning: ±5 acres C-2 Commercial + ±10 acres R-2 Residential
  • Existing Income: Two tenants generate approximately $43,800 annually
  • Growth Opportunity: Positioned along the Merced-to-Yosemite corridor in an area targeted for additional residential growth
  • Highway Frontage: ±1,330 feet along State Route 140
  • Multiple Development Opportunities: Commercial, retail, QSR, fuel/service, residential and more
  • Planned Caltrans Improvement: Roundabout programmed at Highway 140 & Plainsburg Road
  • Strong Visibility: Approximately 8,500 vehicles per day on Highway 140

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Location

  • City Planada, CA
  • Neighborhood Planada
  • Zip Code 95365
  • Market Central Valley

Points of Interest

  • Valero

    0.19 miles

  • Food Mart

    4.93 miles

  • Arco

    6.06 miles

  • Chevron

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  • Handi Stop

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  • Ram

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  • North Bowl Parking

    7.16 miles

  • LeGrand Faculty/Staff Lot

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  • Bellevue Lot

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  • University Lot

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  • Library Lot 1

    7.36 miles

  • Terrace Lot

    7.37 miles

  • Library Lot 2

    7.40 miles

  • Muir Lot

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  • Calaveras Lot

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  • Scholars Lot

    7.45 miles

  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Merced - Yosemite National Park Area

    6.98 miles

  • TownePlace Suites

    6.98 miles

  • Hampton

    6.99 miles

  • Motel 6

    7.02 miles

  • Ramada Inn

    7.03 miles

  • Travelodge Merced Yosemite 2

    7.39 miles

  • Travelodge Merced Yosemite

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  • Best Western

    7.55 miles

  • Sandpiper Lodge

    7.57 miles

  • Pacific Express Inn

    7.62 miles

  • Lute's Market

    0.34 miles

  • Oasis Foods

    0.68 miles

  • Merced Fruit Barn

    4.34 miles

  • Rancho San Miguel Market

    6.99 miles

  • Handi Stop 2

    7.05 miles

  • You Cheng Market

    7.18 miles

  • Campus Store

    7.31 miles

  • Save More Market

    8.13 miles

  • Save Mart

    8.16 miles

  • Raley's

    8.16 miles

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