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Plaza Mayor, integrated within the Plaza Fontabella upscale open-air retail center at 4a Avenida 12-59, Zona 10, Guatemala City, emulates a Spanish colonial plaza, contributing to the property's lifestyle-oriented design. The mall covers 25,000 sqm gross leasable area, constructed in 2008 and operational since 2014, offering 600 parking spaces and excellent access via major avenues like Avenida Las Americas and public transport in the vibrant Zona Rosa district.

Average monthly footfall stands at 83,333, with daily visitors ranging 5,000-10,000, peaking on weekends due to dining and events, and a 90-minute dwell time. Occupancy holds steady at 93%, supported by a diverse tenant mix: 50% fashion and accessories including Longchamp and local boutiques, 35% food and beverage such as Palermo Restaurante, Applebee's, and Pollo Campero, and 15% entertainment and services like Cinemark Cinema Bistro and bookstores.

Demographics in a 5 km radius include 1,200,000 residents, average age 32, household size 3.5, with 1.5% annual growth, targeting upper-middle-class professionals aged 25-55 earning over $50,000 annually, plus expats and tourists. In the competitive Guatemala City retail market, it positions as a premium venue distinct from enclosed malls, achieving average sales of $400/sqm/year.

Leasing advantages encompass 3-5 year terms at $25-35/sqm/month base rent plus 12% turnover and CAM fees, with 5-7% escalations, benefiting from high visibility, event synergies, and operational quality including CCTV security. Potential challenges involve Zona 10 saturation from new developments, economic pressures on discretionary spending amid 2.5% national retail growth, and vulnerability to rainy season impacts on outdoor access.

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Monday10:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM — 06:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM — 06:00 PM
Holiday Hours

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

Plaza de Armas, Guatemala City, Guatemala

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Demographics and Footfall

The surrounding 5 km area features 1,200,000 people with an average age of 32 years, household size of 3.5, and 1.5% annual population growth. It primarily serves affluent upper-middle-class locals, business professionals aged 25-55 with incomes exceeding $50,000 yearly, expats, and some tourists drawn to Zona 10's safety and vibrancy. Footfall averages 5,000-10,000 daily visitors, equating to 83,333 monthly, with higher weekend traffic from entertainment and dining. This supports robust performance in luxury fashion and F&B categories, though economic slowdowns could reduce discretionary visits from high-income groups.

Competition and Market Risks

Intense rivalry exists with nearby Oakland Mall, boasting 97% occupancy and a broader tenant mix, alongside larger Pradera Concepcion and Zona Pradera offering superior scale and accessibility. Zona 10 experiences oversupply from ongoing developments, leading to rent pressures and potential market saturation in premium retail. Broader risks include 3.8% inflation, currency volatility affecting import-reliant tenants, and seasonal footfall dips during the rainy season, which hampers outdoor appeal. National retail growth at 2.5% YoY underscores vulnerability in discretionary sectors like fashion amid economic uncertainty.

Lease Terms and Operational Quality

Leases typically span 3-5 years with base rents of $25-35 per sqm per month, incorporating 12% turnover rent, common area maintenance fees, and 5-7% annual escalations. Medium flexibility allows adaptations for established retailers. Operational strengths feature regular events enhancing traffic by 30%, European-style ambiance fostering 90-minute dwell times, and robust security via guards and CCTV. However, outdoor infrastructure demands ongoing maintenance, high fit-out costs of $500-800/sqm contribute to vacancies in secondary spaces, and reliance on luxury categories exposes it to spending contractions in a market with moderate 2.5% growth.

Building Details

Property Type
Neighborhood
Gross Leasable Area
12,000
Year Built
1995
Parking Spaces
1200
Average Monthly Footfall
183,333
Owner
Municipalidad de Santiago
Anchor Tenants
Falabella, Ripley, Local Supermarket

Detailed Market Analytics

Primary Catchment Area
500,000 Square Kilometers
Secondary Catchment Area
2,000,000 Square Kilometers
Catchment area population
1,500,000 People
Population growth rate
2.1 %
Median age
28 Years
Household size
3.8 Persons
Education level (tertiary)
18.0 %

Median household income
4,800 USD
Unemployment rate
3.5 %
Cost of living index
52 Index

Retail spending per capita
1,200 USD
Spending on apparel
250 USD
Spending on groceries
450 USD
Spending on electronics
150 USD

Annual foot traffic
2,200,000 Visitors
Dwell time
1.5 Hours
Conversion rate
25.0 %
Sales per square meter
6,500 USD

Number of retail stores
120 Stores
Anchor tenant presence
Yes Boolean
Competitor density (same category)
High Qualitative
Tenant diversity
Medium Qualitative
Unique Concepts
15.0 %

Gross Leasable Area
12,000 sqm
Number of Levels
2 Levels
Average rent per square meter
25 USD per Month
Vacancy rate
8.0 %
Lease term flexibility
Medium Qualitative
Available retail space
2,800 Square Meters

Proximity to main roads
High Qualitative
Public transport access
Excellent Qualitative
Parking spaces
1,200 Spaces
Pedestrian traffic
High Qualitative

E-commerce competition
Increasing Qualitative
Click-and-collect adoption
20.0 %
Internet penetration
72.0 %

Retail crime rate
Medium Qualitative
Security measures
Advanced Qualitative

Promotional events
Frequent Qualitative
Loyalty program penetration
25.0 %
Digital signage presence
Yes Boolean

Projected foot traffic growth
4.0 %
New tenant pipeline
Moderate Qualitative
Mall expansion plans
nan Qualitative
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