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El Tesoro is a premium shopping center located in the upscale El Poblado neighborhood of Medellín, Colombia, at Carrera 25A #1A Sur-45.
Spanning 100,000 sqm of gross leasable area across four levels, it features over 400 stores and was expanded through 2020. The mall holds a strong market position as a luxury retail destination in a competitive Medellín landscape, benefiting from scenic views of the Aburrá Valley and proximity to affluent residential areas.
Tenant mix includes 40% fashion and accessories (brands like H&M, Nike, Adidas), 25% food and beverage (Starbucks, McDonald"s, Crepes & Waffles, two food courts), 20% entertainment and services (Cinemark cinema, arcade, gym, banks), and anchors such as Carulla supermarket and Falabella department store. Occupancy stands at 95%, with monthly footfall of 1.33 million visitors (annual 5 million), average dwell time of 2 hours, and 25% conversion rate.
Demographics target high-income locals (4,000,000 COP monthly household income) and expats in a 150,000-person catchment area with 1.2% growth.
Leasing advantages include premium rents of 50-80 USD per sqm annually, flexible terms for spaces up to 2,000 sqm, high-value sales of 1,728 USD per sqm yearly, and integrated amenities like 2,500 parking spaces, pet-friendly features, and events drawing 1,200 attendees. However, challenges include hillside accessibility issues and category saturation in luxury fashion.
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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 — 09:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM — 08:00 PM |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Demographics and Footfall
El Tesoro attracts affluent visitors from El Poblado"s high-socioeconomic areas (estrato 5-6), with average household incomes of 4,000,000 COP monthly, exceeding the national average by 50%. The primary demographic includes professionals and families averaging 32 years old and 3.1 persons per household, plus over 10,000 expats in the vicinity. Catchment population is 150,000 within 10 km, growing at 1.2% annually, supporting per capita spending of 225 USD yearly. Footfall averages 1.33 million monthly, peaking on weekends, with moderate weekday traffic and 2-hour dwell times, contributing to a 25% conversion rate and robust performance in dining (35% of visits) and shopping (40%). This supports stable retail metrics but notes variability from regional economic factors.
Rent Levels and Lease Terms
Premium positioning drives rents of 50-80 USD per sqm annually (approximately 20 USD monthly), with available spaces up to 2,000 sqm offering flexible lease terms. High occupancy of 95% reflects demand in Medellín"s low-vacancy premium segment (5-7%). Sales productivity reaches 1,728 USD per sqm yearly, bolstered by affluent demographics and amenities. Operational hours extend to 10am-9pm weekdays, with robust security (1 incident per 1,000 visitors). Leasing benefits from growth potential of 5% annually, but costs may rise with 4-5% inflation in 2025, and mid-tier categories face pressure from e-commerce.
Competition and Risks
El Tesoro competes with larger venues like Santafé (15-20 million annual visitors) and Oviedo (superior parking), holding a niche in luxury but facing three malls per area. Market saturation affects luxury fashion, with weaker mid-tier categories post-2023 economic slowdowns. Accessibility challenges from congested hillside roads lead to 15-20 minute delays and higher logistics costs; aging 1999 infrastructure poses maintenance risks. Citywide vacancy is 8-10%, but neighborhood centers see 12% due to e-commerce. Operational quality is high with 60-70% digital marketing adoption, yet seasonal sales variability and competition could impact performance in non-essential retail segments.
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