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Bella Vista Mall, situated at Av. Sarasota #62 in Santo Domingo's Bella Vista neighborhood, has operated for over 25 years as a mid-sized community shopping center.

Spanning three retail levels with approximately 145 stores, it offers a balanced tenant mix: around 40% services including 12 bank branches, 30% general retail such as supermarkets (Nacional), fashion (Naturalizer, 199 Shop), and electronics (Altice, Claro), 20% food and beverage outlets like Domino's Pizza, Taco Bell, and Cubanissimo, and 10% entertainment and health services (Funtopia, gyms, spas).

The property includes a parking garage and operates from 7AM to 10PM on weekdays, extending accessibility for local shoppers. In the Dominican Republic's retail market, which saw 5-7% growth in 2023-2024 per industry reports, Santo Domingo malls average 85-95% occupancy, with Bella Vista likely in the mid-80s due to its established role.

Rent levels for similar neighborhood centers range from DOP 800-1,200 per square meter annually (about $14-21 per square foot), lower than prime locations like Blue Mall. The surrounding demographics comprise affluent middle to upper-middle class residents, with household incomes averaging DOP 100,000-200,000 monthly, favoring convenience-driven spending.

Leasing advantages include steady local footfall estimated at 6,000-8,000 daily visitors, synergistic tenant mix boosting cross-shopping, and event spaces for promotions. Potential drawbacks involve competition from larger, upscale malls nearby, such as Blue Mall with higher luxury draw, and possible aging infrastructure requiring maintenance, alongside saturation in banking and basic retail categories amid economic volatility.

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Hours of Operation

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Monday07:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Tuesday07:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Wednesday07:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Thursday07:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Friday07:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Saturday07:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Sunday08:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

Av. Sarasota Esq. C/ Los Arrayanes #62, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

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Demographics and Accessibility

The Bella Vista area features a demographic profile of urban professionals, young families, and retirees from middle to upper-income brackets, with average household incomes exceeding the national median of DOP 80,000 monthly. Proximity to residential zones and major avenues like Winston Churchill ensures high accessibility via car or public transport, with the mall's garage accommodating 500+ vehicles. Footfall benefits from daily errands, banking, and casual dining, though traffic congestion on Av. Sarasota can pose minor access challenges during peak hours, influencing retailer performance in time-sensitive categories.

Tenant Mix and Occupancy

Occupancy at Bella Vista Mall hovers around 85-90%, supported by a diverse tenant base that includes anchor tenants like Supermercado Nacional and multiple banks, fostering stable revenue streams. The mix emphasizes everyday needs over luxury, with strengths in services and F&B driving consistent traffic. Weaknesses include overrepresentation of financial institutions, vulnerable to regulatory changes, and limited high-end retail, which may limit appeal for premium brands. Operational quality remains solid with extended hours, but periodic vacancies in peripheral spaces highlight the need for proactive leasing strategies.

Competition and Market Risks

Bella Vista faces moderate to high competition from nearby centers like upscale Blue Mall (GLA ~40,000 sqm) and mid-tier Acropolis Center, which offer broader entertainment and dining options, potentially diverting discretionary spending. Market saturation in Santo Domingo's retail sector, with over 20 malls, pressures rent negotiations, though Bella Vista's lower rates (DOP 900-1,100/sqm/year) provide entry advantages for smaller retailers. Risks include economic slowdowns affecting consumer spending in non-essentials and infrastructure updates needed after 25 years, impacting operational costs and attractiveness to tenants.

Building Details

Property Type
Shopping Mall
Gross Leasable Area
15,000
Year Built
1999
Parking Spaces
1000
Average Monthly Footfall
125,000
Owner
García Armenteros
Anchor Tenants
Supermercado Nacional, Banco Popular, Scotiabank, Domino’s Pizza, Taco Bell

Detailed Market Analytics

Primary Catchment Area
Bella Vista Neighborhood
Secondary Catchment Area
Greater Santo Domingo
Catchment area population
175,683 People
Catchment area population
3,587,000 People
Population growth rate
1.69 %
Median age
28.3 Years
Household size
3.2 People
Education level (tertiary)
25.0 %

Median household income
25,000 USD
Unemployment rate
5.5 %
Cost of living index
59 Index points

Retail spending per capita
6,900 USD
Spending on apparel
1,200 USD
Spending on groceries
2,000 USD
Spending on electronics
800 USD

Annual foot traffic
1,500,000 Visitors
Dwell time
50 Minutes
Conversion rate
25.0 %
Sales per square meter
1,500 USD

Number of retail stores
80 Stores
Anchor tenant presence
Yes
Competitor density (same category)
High
Tenant diversity
Medium
Unique Concepts
10.0 %

Gross Leasable Area
15,000 sqm
Number of Levels
3 Levels
Average rent per square meter
20 USD per month
Vacancy rate
6.0 %
Lease term flexibility
Medium
Available retail space
1,800 sqm

Proximity to main roads
High
Public transport access
Good
Parking spaces
1,000 Spaces
Pedestrian traffic
Moderate

E-commerce competition
High
Click-and-collect adoption
30.0 %
Internet penetration
80.0 %

Retail crime rate
Moderate
Security measures
CCTV, Guards

Promotional events
12 Per year
Loyalty program penetration
20.0 %
Digital signage presence
Yes

Projected foot traffic growth
5.0 %
New tenant pipeline
Ongoing
Mall expansion plans
Potential
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