Occupancy map of Third Street Promenade shows all store closures
A product designer from Santa Monica is bringing to light some numbers that many residents have sensed for a while. About 30% of the shops on Third Street Promenade are currently unoccupied. An interactive map has been created to show the occupancy rates in the area, but the findings aren’t encouraging. With a vacancy rate […]
Inside Santa Monica’s $3 million strategy to revitalize the struggling Third Street Promenade
Revival Plans for Santa Monica Mall A city in Southern California has announced ambitious plans to revitalize a struggling mall, aiming to transform it into a bustling shopping destination resembling a mini Bourbon Street. Recently, Santa Monica city officials decided to lift some restrictions on alcohol permits at Santa Monica Place, an outdoor shopping center […]
Exploring the empty spaces at Santa Monica’s 3rd Street Promenade
Vacancy Issues on Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade While Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Place are recognized as prime shopping destinations in the U.S., their current state tells a different story. The once-bustling areas are now marked by numerous empty storefronts. The Promenade is reportedly facing a 25% vacancy rate, though many visitors, like […]