COMMUNITYBUSINESSPROFILE
303 WEST COMMONWEALTH AVENUE
FULLERTON, CA 92832
Eric Levitt - City Manager
714-738-6310
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Sunayana Thomas - Director of
Community & Economic Development
714-738-6837
[email protected]
CITY OFFULLERTON
About our City
The City of Fullerton is a full-service City founded in 1887 and located in North Orange County, California. The City is comprised of a demographically diverse population of over 140,000 residents. Fullerton is a community with a strong sense of tradition, and takes pride in providing an
atmosphere that allows both for preservation of its historic past and opportunities to meet the challenges of the future. est. 1887
Fullerton City Hall
19 Known as the “Education Community,” Fullerton is home to award-winning elementary and secondary school systems,
plus five universities and colleges. The Fullerton School District was formed in 1888 and is comprised of 13 award- winning California Distinguished Schools
A DIVERSECOMMUNITY
Renowned for its mix of
residential, commercial,
industrial, and educational
environments, Fullerton provides
an outstanding quality of life for
its residents.
Fullerton has a mix of modern and historic residential
properties, a wide range of commercial businesses, and
various industrial centers. Fullerton is also in the middle of Southern California‘s major freeways and commuter rail lines, and has the only remaining general aviation municipal airport in Orange County, making it easily accessible to live, work, and do business in the City.
The EducationCommunity
Residential, Commercialand Industrial
Fullerton was
voted as top three
“Best Downtown”
areas in 2023 by
the Orange County
Register.
VOTED ONEOF THE BESTDOWNTOWNSIN 2023!
DOWNTOWNFULLERTON
City of Fullerton
The City’s Downtown also
provides a vibrant mix of
culture with an award-winning
Museum Center, financial,
religious, and non-profit
organizations, as well as a
bustling regional transportation
center serving more than
350,000 passengers every year.
Downtown Fullerton offers
a rustic old town
atmosphere with a cluster
of more than 70 historic
buildings, beautiful shade
trees, and decorative
walkways, providing a fun
atmosphere to gather wit h
friends, shop, enjoy music,
food and drinks.
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$126,970 - AVERAGE MEDIANHOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.6%
FULLERTONDEMOGRAPHICS
Fullerton provides for a varied workforce across several industries and supports an economy that ranges from health care to manufacturing, education, and technical services.
Average median household incomes are above $100,000 and the city is fairly split between homeowners and renters.
Fullerton Data Snapshots
FULLERTON’S
SCHOOLS &
HIGHER
LEARNING
INSTITUTIONS
CAL STATEFULLERTON
City of Fullerton
The City of Fullerton is known for its educational emphasis, with high ranking schools; including Sunny Hills and Troy High School, and five institutions of higher education, including Cal State Fullerton, Fullerton College, Hope University, and Southern California College of Optometry, Western State University Law.
California State University,
Fullerton is a public university
in Fullerton. With a total
enrollment of more than
41,000, it has the largest
student body of the California
State University system, and
its graduate student body of
more than 5,000 is one of the
largest in the CSU and in all of
California.
FULLERTONCOLLEGE
Fullerton College is a public
community college in
Fullerton. The college is part
of the California Community
Colleges System and the
North Orange County
Community College District.
Established in 1913, it is the
oldest community college in
continuous operation in
California.
59,000+ EMPLOYEES
67M SF OF RETAIL (3.3% VACANT)
BACHELORS DEGREE OR HIGHER
36.0 MEDIAN AGE OFRESIDENTS
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PLANNINGFOR FUTUREGROWTH
The City of Fullerton General Plan
is a fundamental document that
guides decision-making, actions,
programs, and crafting of more
specific policies to prepare for our
future growth potential.
Map of Focus Areas in theFullerton General Plan
City of Fullerton
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Focus areas are organized into 12
different categories where each
area has specific planning
objectives ranging from industrial
parks to education, our city airport
area, transportation center, and
even the preservation of important
open space such as Coyote Hills.
65 #1 & ONLYCALIFORNIADENTALSYNTHETIC BONEBIOENGINEERS
FULLERTONINNOVATION& TECH
Fullerton hosts many advanced
innovation companies ranging
from the biomedical engineering
field to advanced aerospace and
large-scale research and
development facilities.
Fullerton based businesses include corporations such as Howmet Aerospace, Acutek US, Raytheon, and many others
which serve industry leaders in the space sectors as well as aircraft and advanced manufacturing/machinery. Fullerton is where testing occured on US
With the development of the Goodman Logistics
Center, Over 1 Million Square Feet of industrial
space has been made available to major industry
leaders. Corporations such as Samsung
Technologies are leveraging this space to meet
logistic needs thanks to our strategic location
between Los Angeles and Irvine.
Aerospace & SpaceSectors
Technology & Logistics
Sigmagraft, based in
Fullerton is the only
synthetic dental bone
bioengineering
company in California.
ENVIRONMENTALTESTING LABS
City of Fullerton
NTS Labs hosts electrodynamic
shakers, drop towers, and a 28-
foot centrifuge system,
mechanical and hydraulic
pneumatic systems, and many
other testing scenarios. NTS
works with US Defense and
Aerospace companies regularly.
Fullerton hosts an advanced
environmental testing facility
on East Valencia Drive which
can simulate any
environmental condition on
earth. The facility includes
temperature, humidity,
altitude, icing, wind, thermal
shock, and many climatic
chambers.
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ADDRESSINGHOUSINGNEEDS
The City of Fullerton has been
tasked to identify opportunities to
increase density and add 13,000
new housing units by 2029. This
figure is a state mandated
requirement and Fullerton is
looking to implement a Housing
Incentive Overlay Zone (HIOZ).
Draft Housing IncentiveOverlay Zone Map 2023
City of FullertonThe draft HIOZ map identifies
potential development opportunities
by allowing housing in commercially
zoned areas of the City. This effort
does not eliminate commercial use,
but expands land-rights to include
housing opportunities in these areas.
HIOZ PARCELS - 759
OTHER SITES - 29,862
New opportunities fordevelopment in HIOZ zonesallow for creative uses witha connection to housing.
Examples can range fromlive-work projects whereground floors arecommercial or flex space totownhomes or multiplexdevelopments.
Fullerton is open forbusiness, and we want yourcreative ideas to help growour community and helpmeet our regional andstatewide housing needs. 9 10
About the Property
140-142 W. CommonwealthFullerton, CA 92832
PRIME RETAIL OPPORTUNITY IN DOWNTOWN
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Landmark Building for Sale in Downtown Fullerton! Inthe heart of the SOCO District with private parking onthe premises! Great investment opportunity forOwner/User. C-3 Restaurant Overlay District Zoning.Lots of uses possible. Three buildings and outside patioon 2 lots. 9300 sq. ft. of buildings and the lots are17,600 sq. ft. with 16 parking spaces. Walking distanceto downtown Fullerton, many restaurants, close to CalState Fullerton, Fullerton College, City Hall, FullertonPublic Library, various offices, beauty salons and more.
Property Type: C-3 Commercial(Restaurant Overlay District)APN: 032-242-31Building Size: 9,300 SF For Sale: $5,200,000
Contact: Ruth Perez (Century 21)(714) 469-8381
Transit Station
0.8 Miles
Population (2 miles)
94,282
Median HH Income
$110,922 37.2
Median Age College Degrees
36%
INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SALE
About the Property
APN: 033-173-43Building Size: 6,368 SF
For Sale: $2,695,000
FOR SALE
1111 E Commonwealth AveFullerton, CA 92831
PRIME RETAIL OPPORTUNITY IN DOWNTOWN
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Property Type: Office/Medical(Zoned General Commercial) Contact: Mia Pham (Lee & Associates)(949) 790-3129
Transit Station
1.1 Miles
Population (3 miles)
229,176
Median HH Income
$84,865
Median Age College Degrees
38%37
Excellent Building for Sale in Downtown Fullerton! Greatinvestment opportunity for Owner/User. G-C GeneralCommercial Zoning. Various uses possible with potentialfor an office or medical use property. One story officebuilding (6,368 sq. ft.) with 22 parking spaces. Ownermay occupy 2,556 sq. ft. at close of escrow and expandthrough the premises as needed. Building built in 1970and sits at a very short 1112
About the Property
FOR SALE
1702 E Rosslynn AveFullerton, CA 92832
INDUSTRIAL LAND INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
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About the Property
An excellent opportunity to invest into 2.9 acres ofindustrial land. This opportunity includes a 9,950 squarefoot Industrial building, 1,000 square feet of office spaceone a prime corner location. Site includes a securedpaved yard and includes various by-right land-useoptions. The location takes advantage of Fullerton’sstrategic location with its proximity to the Port of LongBeach and Los Angeles area through the 57 and 91freeways. State officials designate a portion of qualifiedCensus Tracts to be Opportunity Zones. Certaininvestments in Opportunity Zones may be eligible forpreferential tax treatment, this site is in a qualified zone.
Property Type: 2.9 Acres Industrial
APN: 033-270-19
Building Size: 9,950 Square Foot (Industrial) 1,000 Square Foot (Office) For Sale: Contact Broker for Price
Contact: Mitch Zehner (VOIT) (714)-935-2307
Tax DeferralOpportunity ZoneProperty
Proximity To Ports
28 Miles 17 Miles
Proximity to Airport Property Available
2.9 Acres
CITY OWNED
SURPLUS LAND
799 Rolling HillsFullerton, CA 92832
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Zoning For Site
R-1 Residential
Proximity to School
> 0.1 Miles
Minimum % Affordable Units
25%
Contact: Sunayana Thomas (Fullerton City)(714)-738-6837 Property Type: Land
APN: 293-154-37
Lot Size: 2.49 Acres
For Sale: Contact City for Info
An excellent opportunity to partner with the City ofFullerton for a development project on city owned surplusproperty. 799 Rolling Hills is situated on a northwardsloped property with very close proximity to schools andsingle family residential property. This site is 2.49 acres orapproximately 108,485 Square Feet. The property issubject to California’s Surplus Land Act which requires anotification of affordable housing developers in additionto a minimum of 25% units built being allocated asaffordable for lower income households.
CITY SURPLUS LAND - HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
OPPORTUNITY ZONE
TAX DEFERRAL QUALIFIED
Transit Station
2.2 Miles
Property Available
2.49 Acres
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MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRIAL OPPORTUNITY
5.41 Acres
About the Property
FOR SALE
1500 E Walnut AveFullerton, CA 92831
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About the Property
New class A infill facility for sale on 5.41 AC. Move-inready, the 121,615 SF building features 6,000+ SF two-story of spec office space, 32' clear height, and a private,secure yard area. Location is zoned Manufacturing ParkIndustrial and is located with immediate proximity tomajor freeways including I-5, 57, 22, 55 and 91. Site ismove-in ready and features 17 docks. This is youropportunity to invest in a desirable industrial locaiton atthe crossroads of LA and Orange County, 1500 E. Walnutis available immediately! Property Type: Industrial Building
APN: 033-221-08
Building Size: 121,615 Square Feet
For Sale: Contact Broker for Price
Contact: Ben Seybold (CBRE)(714)-371-9233
Proximity To Ports
29.2 Miles 16.7 Miles
Proximity to Airport Property AvailableTransit Station
2 Miles
City Zoning Land Use
M-P (Industrial)
FOR SALE
140 W Wilshire AveFullerton, CA 92832
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Transit Station
0.4 Miles
Population (3 miles)
227,168
Median HH Income
$84,908
Median Age College Degrees
36%37
Contact: SVN Vanguard Commercial RealEstate Advisors(949) 558-0302 Property Type: Retail Building
APN: 032-232-02
Building Size: 4,400 SF
For Sale: $3,770,000
Beautiful Building for Sale in Downtown Fullerton! Locatedin an ideal proximity to residential and commercialdensity with lots of foot traffic. Great investmentopportunity for Owner/User. Storefront building of 4,400sq. ft. with 10 parking spaces. Amenities include courtyard,fenced lot, air conditioning, and tenant-controlled HVAC.Walking distance to Downtown Fullerton, manyrestaurants, close to Cal State Fullerton, Fullerton College,City Hall, Fullerton Public Library, various offices, beautysalons and more.
EXCELLENT DOWNTOWN RETAIL OPPORTIUNITYCLASS-A INDUSTRIAL 5+ ACRE OPPORTUNITY 15 16
MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRIAL OPPORTUNITY
About the Property
1818 E Orangethorpe AveFullerton, CA 92831
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An excellent opportunity to acquire a property in a highlydesirable location with over 48,000 square feet ofindustrial on a 2.8+ Acre property. Building featuresinclude large fenced yard, two sets of office restrooms(upstairs & downstairs), two sets of shop restrooms, halideengery saving lights. The industrial building wasremodeled in 2006-2007 with additional doors, office,reconfigured improvements, upgraded fire sprinklers, andnew energy efficient lighting. A new roof was added in2010. State officials designate a portion of qualifiedCensus Tracts to be Opportunity Zones. Certaininvestments in Opportunity Zones may be eligible forpreferential tax treatment, this site is in a qualified zone.
Property Type: Industrial Building
APN: 073-131-29
Building Size: 48,715 Square Feet 2.8 Acre Lot For Sale: $17,950,0000
Contact: Zachary Niles (JLL)(949)-885-2922
FOR SALE
SWQ Roserans & EuclidFullerton, CA 92833
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Transit Station
3.4 Miles
Population (3 miles)
190,690
Average HH Income
$131,859
# of Households Adjacnet Units
11363,526
Contact: Jared Himes (CBRE)(949)-344-1200
Property Type: Retail Land Pad
APN: Various (New Site)
Building Size: 0.91 Acre Pad
For Sale: Contact Broker
An excellent opportunity to invest and join an incomingredevelopment project. This pad is a 0.91 Acre propertythat is available for quick service restaurant use, retail, ormedical. There is convenient free surface parking and theaverage household income within 3 miles is $131,000+.The property is an opportunity to invest in Fullerton andbenefit from our growing economy and new opportunities.The zoning for the property is commercial and it is lessthan a 30 minute drive from both Long Beach and JohnWayne Airport. Bring your retail concepts to Fullerton,and join our community!
THE SHOPS AT THE PINES OPPORTUNITYINDUSTRIAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
FOR SALE
OPPORTUNITY ZONE
TAX DEFERRAL QUALIFIED
Tax DeferralOpportunity ZoneProperty
Proximity To Ports
26 Miles 15.4 Miles
Proximity to Airport Property Available
2.8 Acres
Transit Station
2.1 Miles
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