Palomar Trolley Center

Palomar Trolley Center is a strategically positioned 183,000 square foot community shopping destination in Chula Vista, California's second-largest city in San Diego County with over 275,000 residents. Located less than half a mile east of Interstate 5 at the high-traffic intersection of Palomar Street and Broadway, the center serves as a vital retail hub for both local communities and international cross-border shoppers from nearby Mexico, just 6 miles to the south. The center is anchored by major national retailers including Food 4 Less grocery store, Ross Dress for Less, and DD's Discounts, complemented by a diverse tenant mix of over 30 specialty shops, services, and restaurants including Applebee's, Starbucks, Bank of America, and various local businesses. A unique feature of the property is its integration with the Palomar Street Trolley & Transit Center, providing exceptional accessibility via public transportation and making it a convenient destination for transit-dependent shoppers throughout the region. With over 65,000 vehicles passing daily and a trade area population exceeding 346,000 within five miles, Palomar Trolley Center has established itself as an essential shopping destination offering value-oriented retail, grocery, dining, and services to a diverse, multicultural customer base.

The Palomar Trolley Center serves a diverse, working-class community with a median household income of $48,589 within one mile, rising to $65,991 within five miles. The trade area is characterized by young families with a median age of 34-35 years and moderate college education rates of 17-25%. The center attracts significant cross-border traffic from Mexico, located just 6 miles south, serving both local residents and international shoppers seeking value-oriented grocery, discount apparel, and everyday services. With over 65,000 vehicles passing daily at the Palomar Street and Broadway intersection, the center draws price-conscious consumers looking for convenient one-stop shopping anchored by Food 4 Less grocery and discount retailers like Ross and DD's Discounts.