$1,899,000

11261 Merritt Street, Castroville CA, 95012

Price per sqft$509.66

Built in1973

Property size3,726 sqft

Property typeCommercial

Listed by Moon Choe CA DRE# 01217391 with Blue Moon Realty 408-359-7070

Overview

Active

Listed Jul 4, 2026

Updated Aug 25

THE GIANT ARTICHOKE PRIME HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY - Rare opportunity to acquire the iconic Giant Artichoke restaurant property located at the primary entry corridor into Castroville, California, immediately visible from Highway 156. Positioned on a highly visible corner parcel with strong traffic exposure, the property offers exceptional potential for restaurant operators, owner-users, franchise concepts, or redevelopment investors. The property consists of approximately 3,726 square feet plus an approximately 800 square foot enclosed patio situated on an 18,231 square foot commercial lot. Property Highlights: Highly visible corner location at the gateway to Castroville Immediate exposure from Highway 156 Approximately 18,231 SF commercial parcel Approximately 3,726 SF restaurant building Approximately 800 SF enclosed patio area Existing restaurant infrastructure in place Ample parking and strong accessibility Ideal for restaurant, quick-service, franchise, drive-thru conversion, or redevelopment Delivered vacant at close of escrow

Additional information

MLS^® ID: ML82053079

Interior Features

Bathrooms: 0
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Basement: No

Exterior Features

Lot Size: 0.42 Acres

Listed by Moon Choe CA DRE# 01217391 with Blue Moon Realty 408-359-7070

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