Oakland, CA Retail Space for Lease

Search 72 retail listings in Oakland, CA and find helpful local stats in the Market Overview section below.

459 8th St.

459 8th St., Old Oakland, Oakland, CA
Property

Retail

3,751 SF
Availability

1 Space

3,571 SF
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641 17th Street

641 17th Street, Uptown Oakland, Oakland, CA
Property

Retail

700 SF
Availability

1 Space

675 SF
For Lease

$2.74/SF/MO
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5346 College Ave

5346 College Ave, Rockridge, Oakland, CA
Property

Retail

800 SF
Availability

1 Space

800 SF
Year Built

1946
For Lease

$2,845.00/MO
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Assembly

3002-3010 Broadway, Pill Hill, Oakland, CA
Property

Retail

8,062 SF
Availability

1 Space

973 SF
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14 Glen Avenue

14 Glen Avenue, Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA
Property

Retail

650 SF
Availability

1 Space

650 SF
For Lease

$3,000.00/MO
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Durant Marketplace

10950 International Blvd, Durant Manor, Oakland, CA
Property

Retail

30,000 SF
Availability

4 Spaces

3,010 SF
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College Avenue & Claremont Avenue

College Avenue & Claremont Avenue, Rockridge, Oakland, CA
Property

Retail

31,000 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

29,000 SF
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3270-3276 Lakeshore Ave

3270 Lakeshore Ave, Lakeshore, Oakland, CA
Property

Retail

7,017 SF
Availability

1 Space

2,250 SF
For Lease

$3.95/SF/MO
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Retail Space Rents in Oakland, CA

Rent costs for this type of commercial space depend on a variety of factors. The foremost of these is location, which will dictate how accessible a business is and how much foot traffic it gets. Other factors, such as space type and lease structure, also come into play. On average, retail space for lease in Oakland asks $29.69 per square foot.

Retail Space Lease Types in Oakland, CA

The most common type of lease agreement you’ll find here is NNN, with 23 space(s) available under this type of arrangement. The local market is also home to 7 retail space(s) offered under a Full Service lease agreement type, and 2 Modified Gross listing(s).

Most Common Type of Lease for Retail Buildings in Oakland, CA

NNN 23
Full Service 7
Modified Gross 2

Average Size of Retail Space for Lease in Oakland, CA

The average size for this type of rental opportunity in Oakland is 1,000 sqft to 2,500 sqft. Currently, the local market offers 46 listing(s) within that size range. You can also search 27 listing(s) in the 2,500 sqft to 5,000 sqft range. It should be noted that spaces in this real estate category are generally specialized to cater to the needs of a particular business, so the average sizes of different retail space types can vary greatly.

Retail Space Types You Can Lease in Oakland, CA

Retail space in Oakland comes in all types, shapes, and sizes, so you have a good chance to find the right space for your business. The most common type here is listed as Street Retail and you can find 25 such space(s) available.  

Street Retail spaces listed for rent here have an average size of 3,073 square feet. You’ll find street retail spaces are mostly located in urban and suburban areas that have high foot traffic. This type of space is often a great choice for smaller retailers that are looking for well-positioned points of sale.

The local market is also home to 10 space(s) listed as Restaurant. The average size you can expect to find for this category is 2,641 square feet. Retail space specialized for restaurants usually includes ample seating areas and enough room for the safe preparation of food. Restaurant spaces may be embedded in a larger mall or can be freestanding buildings.

What’s more, you can find 4 listing(s) in the Regional Mall category, currently available in the average size of 753 square feet. Regional shopping centers or regional malls are among the largest retail properties you can find. They tend to bring together a large number of customers with a wide array of businesses ready to cater to a diverse array of needs and interests.

Number of Retail Spaces for Lease in Oakland, CA, by Use Type

Street Retail

Restaurant

Regional Mall

Freestanding

Average Retail Listing Size in Oakland, CA, by Use Type

Street Retail

3,073 sq. ft.

Restaurant

2,641 sq. ft.

Regional Mall

753 sq. ft.

Freestanding

1,200 sq. ft.

However, besides these popular subtypes, the market has a lot to offer for entrepreneurs looking for the right space to promote their business and get their goods to customers.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Oakland, CA

In general, the most successful retail businesses are located within relatively close proximity of each other, which leads to some neighborhoods becoming famous shopping destinations. Even in the case of suburban strip malls, the simple fact that so many different products can be purchased under the same roof can encourage customers to spend more.

Downtown Oakland is your top choice for lease opportunities, as it is currently home to the highest number of listings — 33 retail space(s). The most popular space type here is Street Retail. You can find 12 such listing(s) here.

Oakland’s second most popular area is Jack London, where you can find 13 retail listing(s). The most likely type of space you can rent here is Restaurant. If this is the kind of property you are looking for, you will find 3 listing(s) available here.

Mosswood is also among the best areas to search for your next commercial space. Here you can find 10 retail space(s) available for consideration by prospective tenants.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Oakland, CA

Downtown Oakland

Jack London

Mosswood

Piedmont Avenue

Havenscourt

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Retail Space for Lease

When you’re looking to give your business a storefront, there are a lot of decisions to be made. The first choice is, of course, location. You’ll have to decide whether your business would operate better in the heart of the city or if it is more likely to thrive in a suburban setting.

Data based on retail spaces listed for rent on CommercialSearch.com

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Oakland, CA Retail Space for Lease

459 8th St.

641 17th Street

5346 College Ave

Assembly

14 Glen Avenue

Durant Marketplace

College Avenue & Claremont Avenue

3270-3276 Lakeshore Ave

Retail Space Rents in Oakland, CA

Retail Space Lease Types in Oakland, CA

Most Common Type of Lease for Retail Buildings in Oakland, CA

Average Size of Retail Space for Lease in Oakland, CA

Retail Space Types You Can Lease in Oakland, CA

Number of Retail Spaces for Lease in Oakland, CA, by Use Type

Average Retail Listing Size in Oakland, CA, by Use Type

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Oakland, CA

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Oakland, CA

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Retail Space for Lease

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