11261 Merritt Street

Castroville, CA 95012

$1,899,000

0.42 acres
Built 1973

Listed by Blue Moon Realty · MLS #ML82053079

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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.

Year built

Built in 1973.

Property size

0.42 acres listed.

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THE PROPERTY

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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

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11261 Merritt Street, Castroville, CA 95012

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THE DETAILS

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Property type: CommercialSale
Category: Commercial
Year built: 1973
Cooling: None
Zoning: Commercial
Parcel: 030184008000
Annual property tax: $0.00
HOA fee: $0.00

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MLS #ML82053079 · California Regional MLS

Listing brokerage: Blue Moon Realty
Listing agent: Moon Choe

Listing status: Active. Record updated September 10, 2026. Confirm current availability and price with the listing agent.

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