1427 E 1st St 1.9 Acres of Commercial Land in Santa Ana, CA 92701

Universal Elite Inc. as the exclusive listing broker, is proud to introduce an exceptional large-parcel redevelopment opportunity in the City of Santa Ana. Consisting of 82,764 square feet of land, 1427 E 1st Street offers one of the few remaining sizable infill development sites in this highly sought-after corridor. The property was formerly improved as a motel but is no longer in operation, providing developers with a rare blank slate in a location primed for transformation. Strategically positioned along the active East 1st Street corridor, surrounded by residential neighborhoods, schools, commercial services, and public transit, the site offers outstanding visibility, accessibility, and long-term demand drivers. The generous lot size and flexible commercial zoning make it an ideal candidate for a wide range of redevelopment concepts. Potential uses may include multi-family housing, mixed-use residential with ground-floor retail, affordable or workforce housing, senior housing, student housing, or specialized residential communities such as co-living or micro-unit developments. Its proximity to transit and employment centers also makes it well-suited for transit-oriented development (TOD), allowing developers to maximize density and capitalize on the city’s push for sustainable infill growth. Developers may also consider creating a live/work community, boutique urban townhome project, neighborhood-serving commercial center, or a hybrid residential-commercial concept tailored to Santa Ana’s evolving demographic needs. With its size, location, and redevelopment flexibility, the property presents a unique opportunity to deliver high-impact new construction in a city that continues to experience strong housing demand and sustained economic activity. For builders and investors seeking scale, visibility, and architectural freedom, 1427 E 1st Street stands out as one of the most compelling redevelopment sites currently available in Santa Ana.