FOR SALE OR LEASE | RETAIL / MEDICAL / SMOKE / CBD | 2,489 SF Hard Corner Building on Signalized Intersection
**Prime Retail Opportunity** in San Antonio's high-demand West Commerce corridor. Located at **4403 W. Commerce Street**, this **2,489 SF freestanding building** sits on a signalized hard corner with **excellent visibility, heavy traffic, and flexible usage potential.**
- Grandfathered for Smoke Shop, CBD, Vape, and Specialty Retail Use
? Zoned **I-1 (General Industrial)** with **legal nonconforming (grandfathered) retail use** already established, this location previously
Unlock a rare opportunity to lease a high-visibility, free-standing retail building at the signalized corner of West Commerce Street and Matyear Street in San Antonio’s thriving West Side. 4403 West Commerce offers 2,489 SF of flexible retail space, perfectly suited for a smoke shop, CBD retailer, vape shop, or other specialty retail concepts. This site is grandfathered for smoke shop and CBD use under San Antonio’s latest zoning ordinances, providing a unique “regulatory moat” that protects your business from new competitors.
Location & Site Overview
- Signalized Hard Corner: Outstanding visibility with ±45 feet of frontage on West Commerce and 130 feet along Matyear.
- High Traffic Counts: Over 27,454 vehicles per day (VPD) pass this location, ensuring maximum exposure for your retail brand.
- Ample Parking: 8 dedicated on-site parking spaces for customers and staff, plus easy ingress/egress from both streets.
- Prominent Signage: Large pylon sign and building signage directly facing West Commerce, ideal for attracting drive-by and walk-in traffic.
- Flexible Layout: Clear span cinderblock construction with open sales floor and back-room storage. Drop-down ceiling tiles provide a finished ceiling height of approximately 9 feet, with higher deck height above for future open-ceiling concepts.
- Warm Light Shell: Space is ready for your custom buildout. Landlord may offer a Tenant Improvement Allowance (TIA) for qualified tenants to create a space tailored to your brand and operational needs.
Demographics & Customer Base
Dense, Youthful Population: Located in ZIP code 78237, with approximately 36,930 residents and a median age of 34.4 years. The area is predominantly Hispanic (~95%), with a strong representation of young adults and working-age residents—key demographics for smoke, vape, and CBD products.
Student & Faculty Foot Traffic: Adjacent to KIPP University Prep high school and within walking distance of Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU), which enrolls ~2,000 students. This proximity brings a steady flow of young adults, faculty, and staff to the area, expanding your potential customer base.
Established Neighborhoods: Surrounded by stable residential communities, ensuring a built-in source of repeat business.
Retail & Traffic Generators
Major Retail Anchors Nearby: Surrounded by national and local retailers including AutoZone, McDonald’s, Broadway Bank, Walgreens, Dollar General, and a cluster of fast-food restaurants (Whataburger, Burger King, Wendy’s, KFC, Taco Cabana, Jack in the Box). These businesses drive consistent foot and vehicle traffic, boosting visibility and customer flow.
?? Recent Landlord Upgrades (2024-2025) comprehensive renovation pgrades include:
HVAC System: Nearly new high-efficiency unit installed; supports open-plan layout and energy savings
Roofing: Brand new TPO roof with added insulation in the decking—exposed ceiling - keep operating costs low
Ceilings: Fully clear-span structure with exposed ceilings
Restrooms Remodeled
Exterior Paint
New Fence / Gate
Convenient Access: Only 12 minutes from downtown San Antonio, with quick connections to Hwy 90, I-10, and Hwy 151. Public transit stops are located at the property, making it accessible for both drivers and non-drivers.
Competitive Advantage & Grandfathered Use
Grandfathered for Smoke Shop/CBD Use: This site has a proven track record as a CBD smoke shop and is legally permitted for continued smoke, vape, and CBD retail use—even as new city ordinances restrict additional permits in the area.
Protected from New Competition: Recent San Antonio regulations prohibit new smoke or vape shops from opening within 1,000 feet of schools or universities. Because 4403 West Commerce is already established as a smoke/CBD shop, it is grandfathered in, ensuring your business can operate legally while new competitors are barred from entering the area.
Market Demand: The presence of several successful smoke and CBD shops within a half-mile radius demonstrates strong local demand. However, the new ordinance caps the number of competitors, giving your business a unique edge and long-term market protection.
Ideal For
Smoke Shop
Vape Shop
CBD Retailer
Head Shop
Tobacco Shop
Wellness & Alternative Health Retail
Specialty Retail Concepts
Medical Supplies
Medical Retail
National Retail
Quick Service Restaurant
Incentives & Customization
Tenant Improvement Allowance (TIA): The landlord will provide a TIA for qualified tenants to assist with renovations, fixture installation, and upgrades—making it easier to launch or expand your business.
Flexible Lease Terms.
Zoning & Regulatory Details
Zoning: I-1 General Industrial District (Sec. 35-310.13) – Accommodates areas of heavy and concentrated fabrication and manufacturing, but this property is legally established as a retail storefront.
Grandfathered Retail Use: The location’s long-standing use as a smoke/CBD shop is protected, allowing continued operation under current and future city regulations. This is a rare and valuable status for any retailer in San Antonio.
Why Choose 4403 West Commerce?
High-Visibility, Hard-Corner Location
Grandfathered for Smoke Shop, Vape, and CBD Use
Ample Parking & Excellent Signage
Dense, Young Demographics
Surrounded by Major Retailers & Schools
Protected from New Competition
About Beck-Reit Commercial – Texas Commercial Real Estate Experts
Beck-Reit Commercial, founded by DeLea Becker, is your trusted partner in Texas commercial real estate, specializing in high-visibility retail, industrial, and specialty properties across San Antonio and the greater Texas market. Our team brings deep market knowledge, expert negotiation skills, and a commitment to helping your business succeed. We work closely with tenants and landlords alike to create win-win solutions and maximize the value of every property, especially our own. 4403 Commerce we own.
