686 E Union St, Pasadena, CA, 91101
686 E Union St, Pasadena, CA 91101
Key features
- Adjacent to Playhouse District Park with +/-48 parking spaces and EV charging
- Adjacent to Three-Story Target location
- Adjacent to World Famous Vroman's Bookstore and Landmark Theatre, ideal for dessert concept
- Destination retail or cafe space with approximately 1,000 square foot patio included.
- Located amongst some of the densest blocks for luxury residences (Trio Apartments, Andalucia, Union Court, The Hudson, MW Lofts, Encore, City Place, Theo etc)
- Onsite Parking
- Retail located below 118 unit luxury residences
Rental Details
- Number of spaces 1
- Total square feet available 1,220 SF
- For Lease $3.25/SF/MO
- Space Type Street Retail
- Lease Type NNN
- Latest Update Sep 16, 2026
Reach out to the broker for more info on lease terms and amenities
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1 Space Available
| Space Name | Space Type | Lease Rate | Total Space | Floor | Lease Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 160 | Street Retail | $3.25/SF/MO | 1,220 SF | - | NNN |
160
- Space Type
- Street Retail
- Lease Rate
- $3.25/SF/MO
- Total Space
- 1,220 SF
- Lease Type
- NNN
Contacts
Arbor Realty Capital Advisors
Building Details
- For Lease $3.25/SF/MO
- Property Type Retail - Street Retail
- Property Size 133,502 SF
- Units 118
- Lot Size 1.18 Acre
- Additional Rent Price on request
- Year Built 2015
- Date Updated Sep 16, 2026
Location
- City Pasadena, CA
- Neighborhood Playhouse District
- Zip Code 91101
- Market Los Angeles
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Walk score 95/100 Walker's Paradise -
Transit score 68/100 Good Transit -
Bike score 74/100 Very Bikeable
Points of Interest
Glendale
7.20 miles
Chinatown Station
8.08 miles
Chinatown
8.09 miles
Soto Station
8.30 miles
Mariachi Plaza Metro Station Entrance
8.35 miles
Indiana
8.42 miles
Los Angeles Union Station
8.43 miles
Union Station
8.43 miles
Civic Center/Grand Park
8.87 miles
Civic Center/Grand Park Station
8.90 miles
76
0.27 miles
Arco
0.32 miles
Mobil
0.46 miles
Shell
0.74 miles
Chevron
0.85 miles
Tesla Supercharger
8.25 miles
Loading Dock
0.41 miles
The Shops on Lake Avenue
0.66 miles
The Carnegie Observatories
0.67 miles
Parking Structure 1
0.68 miles
Parking Structure 2
0.75 miles
Park & Walk Garages
0.75 miles
Lot 11
0.80 miles
Student Parking Lot No.10
0.82 miles
Student Parking Lot No.11
0.83 miles
Staff Parking Lot No.1
0.91 miles
Target
0.12 miles
Ralphs
0.33 miles
Trader Joe's
0.53 miles
The Colonnade Mall
0.57 miles
Macy's
0.59 miles
Ross
0.67 miles
Erewhon
0.69 miles
Pavilions
0.75 miles
Baja Ranch Market
0.83 miles
Whole Foods Market
0.91 miles
Listing Summary
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The Price for Retail Space at 686 E Union St
The cost of renting retail space in a property highly depends on features such as its location, parking availability and type of retail space, or advantages and features that might be unique to it. When it comes to 686 E Union St, asking rent starts at $$3.25/SF/MO per square foot.
686 E Union St is located in the Playhouse District neighborhood, which is home to a total of 6 retail listing(s). In the case of most businesses that need retail space, access to potential customers is critical. This can come in the form of retail space situated in high-traffic pedestrian areas, or convenient suburban locations with good public transport or plenty of parking. Reach out to the listing broker for information on best parking and other access options at or near the property.
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Retail Space Options Available at 686 E Union St
The property exclusively contains Street Retail space totaling 1,220 square feet. The leasing opportunity here is available under NNN lease terms.
In addition to retail space type, you will also need to consider the space size that you need for your business to operate at its best. You will find 1 retail space(s) ranging from 1,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet at 686 E Union St, which can serve small or medium retail businesses that are planning to accommodate growth throughout the duration of their lease at this address. For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, reach out using the contact form on this page to get in touch with a broker.
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Get to Know the Retail Scene in the Playhouse District Neighborhood
686 E Union St is located in the Playhouse District neighborhood of Pasadena. The Playhouse District retail market offers 6 retail listing(s), representing a total of 18,111 square feet of retail space for lease.
The most common retail type in the Playhouse District neighborhood is Street Retail, of which the market currently offers 4 space(s).
When looking for retail space for your company, picking the right area is essential. Some neighborhoods have a long history of being top shopping destinations in general, while others gain a reputation for strongly representing a specific type of business. In addition to knowing the reputation of your chosen business location neighborhood, it’s also important to know your customer base. For instance, the average Playhouse District resident is 36 years old, and the median household income here is $87,813 per year.
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