Case Study: Sale of 26911 Vista Terrace, Lake Forest Client: Private Owner (Auto Repair Operator) Brokerage: Johnston Pacific Commercial Real Estate Property: 26911 Vista Terrace, Lake Forest Transaction: Off-Market Style Marketing, Yard Industrial Sale The Challenge The owner of a long-standing auto mechanic’s shop decided it was time to exit the business but needed to do so quietly. He wanted …
As 2025 winds down, the Southern California industrial landscape feels a bit like it finally found its footing after two years of recalibration. For owners, tenants, and investors, the year was defined by normalization: vacancy levels settled into healthier territory, tenant demand returned in select pockets, and sales activity, while quieter than the peak years, showed renewed momentum heading into …
At Johnston Pacific Commercial Real Estate, we’ve been watching a powerful shift taking place in the South Orange County market: more and more local businesses are choosing to purchase their own buildings instead of leasing. From San Clemente to Laguna Hills, companies are rethinking their long-term real estate strategy, and for many, ownership is proving to be the smarter move. …
