Greenbrae, CA
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

$480 Avg asking sale price
$43 Avg asking lease rate
4,403 SF Avg unit lease size
10,145 SF Avg building size for sale
6.31% Average cap rate

Greenbrae's Demographic Profile

Greenbrae has 5,354 households and a median income of $133,225, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A -2% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 12,748
# Households 5,354
Median age 51
Median household income $133,225
Avg household size 2.0
Renter-occupied housing units 2,166
5-year population change -2%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Greenbrae $464 16,671 SF 8.73%
Corte Madera $223 50,428 SF 7.40%
Nearby Industrial Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Greenbrae $312 7,969 SF 6.08%
San Anselmo $563 3,250 SF 6.08%
San Rafael $339 11,551 SF 6.45%
Bay Area $377 24,721 SF 9.96%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Greenbrae $472 6,498 SF
Kentfield $822 5,386 SF
Larkspur $822 5,386 SF
San Anselmo $472 4,582 SF
San Rafael $429 6,603 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Greenbrae $589 4,184 SF 5.82%
Corte Madera $1,226 8,450 SF 5.67%
San Anselmo $640 3,338 SF 5.80%
San Rafael $606 4,792 SF 5.82%
Mill Valley $602 16,025 SF 5.67%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Greenbrae

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

San Anselmo Inn

San Anselmo, CA 94960

  • 8,532 SF Hospitality
  • 9.00% Cap Rate
  • $3,650,000
For Sale

129 Jordan St

San Rafael, CA 94901

  • 2,986 SF Industrial Building
  • $1,120,000
For Sale

1714 4th St

San Rafael, CA 94901

  • 8,380 SF Retail Building
  • $4,200,000
For Sale

709 C Street

San Rafael, CA 94901

  • 6,602 SF Multifamily
  • $5,670,000
For Sale

14 Sentinel Ct

San Rafael, CA 94901

  • 4,250 SF Multifamily
  • 5.82% Cap Rate
  • $1,895,000
For Sale

2020 4th St

San Rafael, CA 94901

  • 3,250 SF Retail Building
  • 6.08% Cap Rate
  • $1,298,000

Average Price For Sale

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Greenbrae pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Greenbrae $480 10,145 SF
Kentfield $877 17,851 SF
Ross $520 9,589 SF
Larkspur $562 19,643 SF
Corte Madera $598 19,448 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Greenbrae alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Greenbrae or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Greenbrae 12,748 5,354 51 $133,225 2 2,166 -2%
Kentfield 6,519 2,456 49 $203,600 3 613 -2%
Ross 2,062 706 48 $238,902 3 86 -6%
Larkspur 13,470 6,080 52 $122,619 2 3,069 -2%
Corte Madera 10,059 3,932 47 $184,904 3 1,332 -2%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Greenbrae, CA and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Greenbrae

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Is Greenbrae a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Greenbrae offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Greenbrae?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Greenbrae. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Greenbrae?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Greenbrae. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Greenbrae compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Greenbrae. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Greenbrae acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Greenbrae, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.

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