82,764 SF Prime Redevelopment Opportunity
Rare 82,764 SF Santa Ana Land - Redevelopment Opportunity
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Universal Elite Inc. as the exclusive listing broker, is proud to introduce an exceptional large-parcel redevelopment opportunity in the City of Santa Ana. Consisting of 82,764 square feet of land, 1427 E 1st Street offers one of the few remaining sizable infill development sites in this highly sought-after corridor. The property was formerly improved as a motel but is no longer in operation, providing developers with a rare blank slate in a location primed for transformation.
Strategically positioned along the active East 1st Street corridor, surrounded by residential neighborhoods, schools, commercial services, and public transit, the site offers outstanding visibility, accessibility, and long-term demand drivers. The generous lot size and flexible commercial zoning make it an ideal candidate for a wide range of redevelopment concepts. Potential uses may include multi-family housing, mixed-use residential with ground-floor retail, affordable or workforce housing, senior housing, student housing, or specialized residential communities such as co-living or micro-unit developments. Its proximity to transit and employment centers also makes it well-suited for transit-oriented development (TOD), allowing developers to maximize density and capitalize on the city’s push for sustainable infill growth.
Developers may also consider creating a live/work community, boutique urban townhome project, neighborhood-serving commercial center, or a hybrid residential-commercial concept tailored to Santa Ana’s evolving demographic needs. With its size, location, and redevelopment flexibility, the property presents a unique opportunity to deliver high-impact new construction in a city that continues to experience strong housing demand and sustained economic activity.
For builders and investors seeking scale, visibility, and architectural freedom, 1427 E 1st Street stands out as one of the most compelling redevelopment sites currently available in Santa Ana.
Investment highlights
A sizable 82,764 SF site in the heart of Santa Ana. Formerly a motel but no longer in operation, the property offers a clean slate for builders and investors seeking a large infill parcel in a rapidly evolving urban corridor. With generous lot dimensions and flexible commercial zoning, the site is well-positioned for a range of redevelopment concepts, including multi-family housing, mixed-use, or other high-density residential projects aligned with the city’s growth initiatives. Situated along a major thoroughfare with excellent visibility and access, this property provides exceptional scale and strategic positioning for visionary developers looking to create impactful new housing or commercial product in one of Orange County’s most active redevelopment markets.
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