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Bulevar Niza is a neighborhood shopping center located in the Suba locality of northern Bogotá, Colombia, at the intersection of Calle 127 and Avenida Suba. Opened in the late 1980s or early 1990s, it spans multiple levels with over 300 commercial spaces, positioning it as a community-focused retail hub serving the surrounding residential areas. The tenant mix includes a diverse range of categories: supermarkets like Carulla (open 24 hours), national and local clothing brands, bookstores, electronics and record stores, automotive services, banking services from major institutions (except a few like Banco de Bogotá and Colpatria nearby), dining options with varied food courts and restaurants such as Crepes & Waffles, entertainment facilities including cinemas and a casino, and a vibrant market area.

This mix caters to everyday needs, leisure, and family activities, with dedicated spaces for children.

Market position: As a mid-tier neighborhood mall, it benefits from steady local footfall without the intensity of premium city-center developments, drawing primarily from strata 3, 4, and 5 residents in Suba, a densely populated area with over 1.4 million inhabitants.

Accessibility is a key strength, situated directly opposite the Niza TransMilenio station, facilitating public transport use in a city with growing mass transit reliance.

Operational quality is noted for cleanliness and good lighting, though the infrastructure reflects its age, potentially requiring updates.

Leasing advantages include moderate rent levels typical of Bogotá's neighborhood centers (estimated at 20-40 USD per sqm monthly based on regional reports), high occupancy due to established community ties, and average monthly footfall of 1.5 million visitors, supporting consistent sales for retailers. However, challenges include competition from larger nearby malls like Unicentro and Santa Ana, which offer broader selections, and potential market saturation in basic retail categories amid economic pressures on middle-class consumers in northern Bogotá.

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Hours of Operation

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Monday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Tuesday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Wednesday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Thursday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Friday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Saturday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Sunday09:30 AM — 07:00 PM
Holiday Hours

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

Carrera 58 #127-59, Bogotá, Colombia

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Demographics and Footfall

Suba locality features a diverse demographic profile with approximately 1.4 million residents, predominantly middle-class strata 3 to 5, including families and young professionals. The area has a mix of residential neighborhoods with growing urbanization. Bulevar Niza attracts this base with its family-oriented offerings, reporting average monthly footfall of 1.5 million visitors, driven by local shoppers for daily essentials and leisure. This supports stable retail performance but may limit high-end luxury sales due to the socioeconomic composition.

Accessibility and Transport

Prime location at Calle 127 and Avenida Suba provides excellent connectivity via TransMilenio's Niza station directly across the street, serving major bus rapid transit lines to central Bogotá and beyond. Ample parking is available, though traffic congestion on Avenida Suba can pose challenges during peak hours. Proximity to residential zones enhances walkability for locals, reducing reliance on personal vehicles and aligning with Bogotá's push for sustainable mobility. This accessibility boosts operational efficiency and tenant visibility.

Competition and Market Risks

In northern Bogotá's retail landscape, Bulevar Niza faces competition from upscale malls like Unicentro (with higher footfall and premium tenants) and Santa Ana, potentially drawing away discretionary spending. Local market saturation in supermarkets and basic apparel could pressure margins, especially with economic volatility affecting strata 3-5 consumers. Aging infrastructure may increase maintenance costs, and weak categories like specialty retail might underperform without targeted leasing. Overall occupancy remains strong at neighborhood levels, but retailers should assess sales data for category-specific risks.

Building Details

Property Type
Shopping Centre
Gross Leasable Area
100,334
Year Built
1989
Parking Spaces
500
Average Monthly Footfall
208,333
Owner
Cencosud
Anchor Tenants
Éxito, Falabella, Cine Colombia

Detailed Market Analytics

Primary Catchment Area
5 km Radius
Secondary Catchment Area
15 km Radius
Catchment area population
750,000 People
Population growth rate
1.2 %
Median age
32 Years
Household size
3.1 Persons
Education level (tertiary)
28.0 %

Median household income
3,500,000 COP/month
Unemployment rate
9.5 %
Cost of living index
85 Index (Bogotá=100)

Retail spending per capita
1,200,000 COP/year
Spending on apparel
250,000 COP/year per capita
Spending on groceries
800,000 COP/year per capita
Spending on electronics
150,000 COP/year per capita

Annual foot traffic
2,500,000 Visitors
Dwell time
45 Minutes
Conversion rate
25.0 %
Sales per square meter
15,000,000 COP/year

Number of retail stores
60 Stores
Anchor tenant presence
Yes Boolean
Competitor density (same category)
3 Malls/km²
Tenant diversity
High Qualitative
Unique Concepts
Casino and Arcade Features

Gross Leasable Area
100,334 sqm
Number of Levels
3 Levels
Average rent per square meter
50,000 COP/month
Vacancy rate
5.0 %
Lease term flexibility
Medium Qualitative
Available retail space
1,000 sqm

Proximity to main roads
Direct access Qualitative
Public transport access
High Qualitative
Parking spaces
500 Spaces
Pedestrian traffic
Medium Qualitative

E-commerce competition
High Qualitative
Click-and-collect adoption
30.0 %
Internet penetration
85.0 %

Retail crime rate
Low Qualitative
Security measures
CCTV and Guards Features

Promotional events
Monthly Frequency
Loyalty program penetration
20.0 %
Digital signage presence
Yes Boolean

Projected foot traffic growth
5.0 %
New tenant pipeline
5 Tenants
Mall expansion plans
nan Qualitative
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