Historic Covina Building
Prime Corner Presence | Vibrant Trade Area: | $246.79/SF
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Own a piece of Covina’s history. Just north of the Interstate 10 Freeway, surrounded by a dense residential population of ±196,322, 1060 West San Bernardino Road in Covina, was originally built as the Covina Bowl. This Iconic Covina Building is approximately 10,110 square feet of freestanding commercial space. Its distinctive midcentury and Googie inspired architecture, bold signage, and clean lines make it instantly recognizable to both commuters and locals. The former bowling lanes have been removed, creating an open interior shell while preserving the building’s historic elements.
Whether you envision a standout retail concept or a creative office headquarters, the Iconic Covina Building offers a rare opportunity to own a property with exceptional character and a commanding commercial presence. This is a place where a business can truly make a statement in one of Los Angeles County’s best known landmarks.
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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
Own a True Icon: Rare chance to own one of Covina’s most recognizable and architecturally significant commercial buildings, offering instant character and distinction for any business looking to make an impression.
Prime Corner Presence: ±10,110 SF freestanding commercial building positioned on a prominent corner at a signalized intersection.
Established Yet Expanding Market: Dense population base with continued growth potential. Within a 3-mile radius of the Covina Bowl, consumer spending is projected to rise across all major categories, led by dining, entertainment, and apparel.
Vibrant Trade Area: Located in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley in L.A. County, this trade area offers a balanced mix of families and young professionals, creating an ideal customer base for a wide range of retail and service concepts.
Historic Building: Originally home to the Covina Bowl, this Iconic Covina Commercial Building is listed in the California Register of Historic Resources. It was designed in 1955 by renowned mid-century architectural firm Powers, Daly & DeRosa.
All bowling lanes have been removed, with the building positioned for its next chapter of ownership.
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ESRI RETAIL DEMAND OUTLOOK
Expanding Retail Spending
Consumer spending within 3 miles of the Covina Bowl is projected to grow across every major category, led by:
Food away from home: +$33.4M growth (from $244M to $278M)
Entertainment & recreation: +$30M growth (from $220M to $250M)
Apparel & footwear: +$18.6M growth (from $136M to $155M)
Health & personal care: +$3.6M increase in prescription drug and eyewear spending
High Demand Drivers for Local Retailers
Food at home and away from home combined total nearly $735 million annually within 3 miles of the Covina Bowl, confirming a dense concentration of dining demand.
The entertainment and recreation category alone represents over $250 million in spending , showing residents value experiences and social activities.
Pet-related spending (over $63 million within 3 miles) indicates a strong market for pet grooming, supplies, and pet related services.
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