1101 Yulupa Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
Description
Situated within a high-traffic shopping center anchored by Whole Foods Market, this Valero-branded gas station enjoys exceptional visibility and daily consumer traffic from one of Santa Rosa’s most prominent retail corridors. Whole Foods, a premier high-end grocer, drives consistent customer flow and positions the property within an affluent, destination retail node.
The site features five EMV-compliant Gilbarco Encore 700S dispensers and four double-wall fiberglass underground storage tanks, offering fuel grades 87, 89, 91, and diesel.
The property is currently operated under a NNN lease with Valero through 2027. Upon lease expiration, all improvements—including dispensers, tanks, and structures—revert to landlord ownership. Valero is contractually obligated to return the property free of environmental contamination and provides full indemnification to the landlord.
Investment Summary:
- Investment-Grade Tenant Credit – Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE: VLO) is one of the world’s largest independent petroleum refiners with $170+ billion in annual revenue and investment-grade credit ratings (BBB/Baa2).
- Full Improvement Reversion Creating Terminal Value – All site improvements including canopy, tanks, building, and systems transfer to landlord free and clear in November 2027, delivering a turnkey service station valued substantially above land-only pricing.
- Zero Landlord Responsibilities – Absolute NNN structure eliminates all operating expenses, maintenance obligations, and capital expenditure requirements. Tenant handles all environmental compliance and remediation.
- Near-Term Repositioning Opportunity – With 2.1 years remaining, property offers immediate cash flow plus significant upside through redevelopment, re-tenanting under premium fuel brands, or disposition at improved-property valuations post-reversion.
- Environmental Liability Borne by Tenant – Valero maintains full responsibility for UST compliance, monitoring, and remediation of any contamination, with post-termination access rights solely for cleanup activities.
Upside Potential:
- Ability to reposition post-lease as an owner-user site or independent operator.
- Option to convert the mechanic shop and existing C-store into a larger, higher-margin convenience store.
- Potential to reallocate tank capacity for E85 and 89-grade fuel to capture broader market demand.
- Disclaimer: Buyer to independently verify all information. Broker and Seller make no representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the above details.
Property Highlights:
- Prime infill corner site in Santa Rosa’s Bennett Valley neighborhood
- Outparcel to Mayette Village Shopping Center (anchored by Safeway)
- Operated as a Valero gas station with snack shop and three service bays
- Six fueling pumps, pylon signage, and strong vehicular visibility
- ±984 SF building on ±10,019 SF lot with CITYSR zoning
- Lease expires November 2027, offering value-add or rebranding opportunity
- Two curb cuts and ±136 feet of frontage on Yulupa Avenue
- Strong demographics: $104,000+ average HH income (1-mile radius)
- Excellent accessibility with traffic counts exceeding 13,800 VPD
- Walk Score: 75 (Very Walkable); 5 on-site parking stalls
- Ideal for QSR, automotive, EV charging, or redevelopment
- Located in a dense suburban trade area with low retail vacancy
- Near Whole Foods, CVS, Starbucks, and Montgomery Village
- Proximity to public transit and Smart Train (Santa Rosa Downtown Station: 3.1 mi)
- Flat, rectangular parcel with efficient ingress/egress and site lines
- Legacy automotive infrastructure including lifts, oil containment, and caged storage
- Surrounded by affluent, stable residential neighborhoods with limited competition
Address
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Address 1101 Yulupa Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA
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Country United States
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Postal code/ZIP 95405
Overview
- Property ID 1101 Yulupa Avenue, Santa Rosa
- Price $2,199,000.00
- Property Type Special Purpose
- Property status For Sale
- Size 984 SqFt
- Land area 10,018 SqFt
- Zoning Commercial
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Oron Maher
Property Agent
Oron Maher is a leading commercial real estate veteran and the founder of Maher Commercial Realty, a Beverly Hills-based brokerage specializing in investment sales and leasing transactions across all property types within the Greater Los Angeles Area. With nearly two decades of experience representing high-profile buyers and sellers in the region, including major institutions and REITS, private family offices and individual investors, Oron has arranged over a billion dollars in transactions throughout his career and brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise and an unmatched level of client service to the Greater L.A. market. Oron Maher’s firm’s approach includes a customized approach to each opportunity in order to highlight its unique value, leading to record-breaking sales and long-term client relationships. Prior to launching his firm, Oron served as a broker and national sales leader for BRC Advisors. Prior to that, he spent nine years at Coldwell Banker Commercial, where he oversaw a team ranked in the top one percent of commercial brokers in the nation within the Coldwell network. Oron’s extensive experience as a former real estate attorney, investor, developer and community leader has fortified his work in building a successful brokerage in Los Angeles. Oron Maher holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from California State University, Long Beach and a juris doctorate from the San Francisco Law School. Oron’s entrepreneurial approach to Maher Commercial Realty blends his deep knowledge of the industry with a versatile skillset to secure optimal results across the board. An active community member, Oron has served on more than two dozen non-profit and for-profit boards and chaired the real estate section of the Beverly Hills Bar Association. His passion for giving back and empowering young adults and aspiring businesspeople through mentorship, networking and education led Oron to co-create The Maher Foundation, a nine-month fellowship program which provides development opportunities to recent graduates. BRE#01299093
Arian Zerehi
Property Agent
Arian Zerehi is an Investment Associate at Maher Commercial, specializing in the acquisition and disposition of multifamily properties, gas stations, and car washes across Southern California. With a strong foundation in Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate Development, and Real Estate Syndication, Arian leverages his in-depth industry knowledge to deliver optimal results for both buyers and sellers. Arian brings a strategic, client-first approach to every transaction, guiding clients through the complexities of buying, selling, or exchanging investment real estate. His success stems from a deep understanding of market dynamics, an ability to negotiate favorable terms, and an unwavering commitment to protecting his clients’ interests. He holds a dual degree in Real Estate Development and Business Administration from the University of Southern California and is a licensed Chevron, Shell, and Mobil dealer. Arian is also well-versed in Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) across all U.S. states, providing his clients with tax-advantaged solutions and alternative investment opportunities. CA DRE 01987372