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Escazú Village is a 50,000 square meter gross leasable area retail center located in Escazú, a prosperous suburb of San José, Costa Rica, at the intersection of Autopista 27 and upscale neighborhoods. Opened in 2018 on 2.6 hectares across three levels, it forms part of a mixed-use development integrating residential apartments and an office tower, serving a catchment of 2.5 million in the Central Valleys, with 100,000 residents within 10 km growing at 1.5% annually.
The tenant mix features 150 stores in 15 concepts, emphasizing boutique and convenience retail without major department stores: 40% food and beverage including Yard House pub and Cacao Cartel, 30% services like pharmacies and medical offices, and 30% retail anchored by Auto Mercado supermarket. Occupancy holds steady at 92-95%, aligned with regional averages above 95%, supported by planned expansions adding 2,500 square meters and six new tenants in 2025.
Average monthly footfall reaches 416,667 visitors, totaling 5 million annually, with 120-minute dwell times and 20% conversion rates, though peak congestion risks a 20% drop. Rents average 25 USD per square meter monthly, ranging 20-30 USD, with 3-5 year leases featuring 4% inflation escalations and 5-7% annual growth potential, offering competitive entry compared to nearby Multiplaza Escazús 45-60 USD rates.
The market position is premium within Escazús saturated retail landscape, benefiting from 5% regional growth, high consumer confidence at 120 index, and affluent demographics including 40% expatriates with median household incomes of 25,000 USD annually, 50% above national averages.
Leasing advantages include direct highway access, 2,000 free parking spaces, modern sustainable infrastructure with energy-efficient systems, low crime via advanced security, and 50 annual events drawing 60% attendance, fostering stable operations. However, challenges encompass high competition from three nearby centers like Multiplaza with 10+ million visitors, 25% dining overlap, car dependency due to limited public transit, e-commerce penetration at 40% eroding 15-25% physical sales, and potential vacancy pressures from new supply moderating rent growth.
Operational quality is strong with no aging infrastructure issues, though medium tenant mix risks and category saturation in dining and wellness could impact performance for undifferentiated retailers.
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Hours of Operation
Hours
| 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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Demographics and Consumer Profile
The primary trade area within 10 km encompasses 100,000 residents growing at 1.5% annually, with an average age of 34.1 years, household size of 3.0 persons, and median income of 25,000 USD per year, exceeding the national average by 50%. Approximately 40% are US and European expatriates, professionals, and families, supporting elevated spending: 1,200 USD annually on groceries, 250 USD on apparel, 1,800 USD on dining, and 400 USD on personal care. Unemployment stands at 7.5%, with consumer confidence at 120 versus a US benchmark of 100, indicating robust purchasing power for lifestyle and convenience retail. This profile favors upscale, experiential tenants but exposes risks from economic volatility tied to tourism and global trade, potentially reducing discretionary spending by 10-15% during downturns.
Competition and Market Saturation
Escazú Village faces intense competition in a saturated market from three nearby centers, notably Multiplaza Escazú 2 miles away with over 10 million annual visitors, stronger anchors, and higher rents of 45-60 USD per square meter. Avenida Escazú adds further pressure with overlapping dining and wellness offerings, resulting in 25% category duplication. E-commerce adoption at 85% digitally and 40% penetration erodes 15-25% of physical sales, particularly in apparel and services. High qualitative competition drives 10%+ annual turnover risks for smaller operators, necessitating differentiation through unique concepts. Regional retail growth of 5% provides some buffer, but new supply could moderate occupancy and limit rent escalations to 4-5%.
Accessibility and Operational Risks
Direct access via Autopista 27 highway supports moderate qualitative accessibility, with 2,000 free parking spaces accommodating peak demand, though limited public transit fosters car dependency. Peak-hour congestion risks a 20% footfall reduction, impacting conversion rates. Built in 2018, the infrastructure remains modern without aging issues, featuring sustainable energy systems cutting utility costs by 20% and advanced security ensuring low crime. Operational quality includes 50 annual events with 60% attendance boosting dwell times to 120 minutes. Lease terms of 3-5 years with 4% escalations offer stability, but medium tenant mix risks and dining saturation pose challenges, with potential vacancy upticks if expansions underperform amid 92% current occupancy.
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