519 University Avenue now offers a 786-square-foot storefront with a flexible layout, presenting a unique opportunity in the heart of the Hillcrest neighborhood. Formerly operated as a nail salon, the new prospective tenant can continue the established nail salon services and enhance the brand through rebranding, expanded services, and community outreach. Alternatively, the owner may choose to transform the space into a new retail venture. The possibilities are endless as this offering could accommodate any beauty or retail concept.
Located in the heart of Hillcrest along University Avenue between 5th and 6th Streets, this prominent property benefits from exceptional visibility to both pedestrian and vehicular traffic. The corridor sees approximately 154,779 vehicles per day, underscoring its status as a heavily trafficked, well-established local thoroughfare. Surrounding the property is a dynamic mix of new and long-standing restaurants, dessert-focused concepts, vintage clothing boutiques, bookstores, coffeehouses, and other neighborhood-serving retail. The area is further bolstered by nearby major developments, including Normal Street Promenade, the UC San Diego Hillcrest Medical Campus, Plan Hillcrest initiatives, and Hillcrest Flats.
Hillcrest is a vibrant neighborhood on San Diego's north side, best known as the hub of the city's LGBTQ+ community. The neighborhood within a 5-mile radius has a population of 536,983, with an average household income of $119,863. This population accounts for $7.3 billion in consumer spending.