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Carrefour Les Mangles is a retail complex situated in the Zone Industrielle Les Mangles, Le Lamentin, Martinique, anchored by a Carrefour hypermarket spanning approximately 4,500 square meters. Le Lamentin, Martiniques most populous commune with around 40,000 residents, serves as a vital commercial and industrial hub adjacent to Fort-de-France and the Aimé Césaire International Airport. The property hosts the hypermarket providing groceries, household essentials, and select non-food merchandise, complemented by about 20-30 smaller tenants including pharmacies, opticians, banks, and service-oriented outlets like mobile providers and fast food.
Tenant mix emphasizes convenience retail, with limited presence in apparel or entertainment, reflecting the areas practical shopping needs.
Occupancy rates are estimated at 85-95%, supported by the anchors draw. Footfall averages 6,000-8,000 daily visitors, boosted by proximity to industrial workers and airport traffic.
Rent levels range from 25-45 EUR per square meter annually for ground-floor units, competitive within Martiniques retail market where average occupancy stands at 90% per local reports.
Accessibility via RN5 highway and bus routes enhances appeal, though industrial location limits walkability. Strengths include stable demand from middle-income demographics and low vacancy risks; weaknesses encompass competition from larger centers like La Galleria, potential aging infrastructure, and market saturation in food retail amid economic pressures such as 20% unemployment and high import costs influencing performance.
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Hours of Operation
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| Monday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM — 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM — 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM — 06:00 PM |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Demographic Profile
Le Lamentin features a diverse population of roughly 40,000, comprising middle-class families, industrial workers, and airport staff, with a median household income of about 25,000 EUR per year. The area has a young demographic, with over 30% under 25, driving demand for affordable essentials and family-oriented products. Proximity to the airport adds transient tourist and business traveler footfall, though local spending is constrained by Martiniques higher-than-average unemployment rate of 20% and cost-of-living challenges. This profile supports steady grocery traffic but limits luxury retail viability, favoring practical leasing opportunities in services and daily needs categories.
Accessibility and Footfall
Positioned in the industrial zone near RN5 and 5 km from the international airport, the center offers strong vehicular access with ample parking for 500+ vehicles. Public transport links to Fort-de-France via buses ensure connectivity for non-drivers. Daily footfall is moderate at 6,000-8,000, peaking during evenings and weekends due to commuter patterns. Operational quality is solid with extended hours, but challenges include traffic congestion on access roads and limited pedestrian infrastructure in the industrial setting, potentially reducing impulse buys. Airport proximity provides seasonal boosts from travelers, enhancing overall traffic metrics.
Competition and Lease Terms
The property competes with nearby La Galleria (100+ tenants, higher-end mix) and Leclerc hypermarkets, leading to saturation in grocery and basic retail categories. Local market reports note Martiniques retail sector facing 5-7% annual rent growth but with risks from economic stagnation and e-commerce rise. Lease terms typically involve 5-year commitments with turnover rents (5-10% of sales) plus base rates of 25-45 EUR/sq m/year, including common area maintenance. Advantages lie in anchor-driven stability and flexible small-unit spaces (20-100 sq m); drawbacks include negotiation leverage limited by competition and potential infrastructure upgrades needed for aging facilities.
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