Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in Central California
Retail California Commercial Real Estate was founded in 2002 by veteran brokers Peter Orlando, Michael Arfsten, and Lewis Smith. Over the past two decades, we have grown into one of the fastest-growing commercial retail brokerages in the San Joaquin Valley and Central Coast regions. Our strategic partnership with The Pearson Companies, Central California's largest commercial brokerage, allows us to offer comprehensive services across retail, office, industrial, investment, and agricultural real estate sectors. We specialize in representing commercial developers, landowners, and national retailers throughout the Central Valley, leveraging deep market knowledge and long-standing relationships with major supermarket chains, quick-service restaurants, and discount retailers.Our integrated platform provides end-to-end solutions from strategic planning and site selection to property management and disposition, helping clients maximize value through data-driven decision-making and customized strategies. With offices in Fresno, California, we serve clients from Sacramento to Bakersfield, combining local expertise with national industry insights to deliver measurable results.
Services
Site Selection
Property Management
Investment Services
Retail Brokerage
Agribusiness Sales
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Established in 2002 with proven expertise in Central California real estate markets
- Integrated platform offering end-to-end real estate solutions for commercial clients
- Strategic partnership with The Pearson Companies for expanded service capabilities
- Specialized knowledge of retail, industrial, and agricultural property sectors
- Data-driven approach to site selection and market analysis
What people say
Expert guidance
Proven track record
Data-driven strategies
Strong retailer relationships
Services
Site Selection
Our data-driven site selection process combines market analytics and retail footfall analysis to identify optimal locations for commercial developments. We evaluate demographic trends, competitive landscapes, and traffic patterns to ensure strategic property acquisitions. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of zoning regulations and local market conditions across California's Central Valley.
Retail Brokerage
We represent national retailers and local businesses in securing prime retail locations throughout Central California. Our team negotiates favorable lease terms while considering brand expansion strategies and market positioning. With established relationships with major supermarket chains and discount retailers, we facilitate successful retail real estate transactions for both tenants and landlords.
Agribusiness Sales
Specializing in agricultural land transactions, we connect buyers and sellers of farmland, orchards, and processing facilities. Our expertise covers crop production analysis, water rights evaluation, and regulatory compliance for agribusiness properties. We provide tailored marketing strategies to maximize value for agricultural landowners in California's Central Valley.
Investment Services
We assist investors in identifying and acquiring income-generating commercial properties across multiple asset classes. Our services include market analysis, financial modeling, and due diligence support for office buildings, shopping centers, and industrial facilities. Clients receive strategic advice on portfolio diversification and long-term investment growth in Central California markets.
Property Management
Our comprehensive property management services cover leasing, maintenance, and financial reporting for commercial real estate portfolios. We implement cost-effective operations strategies while maintaining property value through proactive asset management. Clients benefit from regular performance reporting and customized solutions for multi-tenant retail centers and industrial facilities.
People
Peter Orlando
Founder
With over 20 years of commercial real estate experience, Peter Orlando co-founded Retail California in 2002. He specializes in retail property transactions and has represented major national retailers across California's Central Valley. His market expertise drives strategic growth initiatives for the firm.
Michael Arfsten
Founder
Michael Arfsten brings extensive commercial brokerage experience to Retail California as one of its founding partners. He focuses on industrial and office property transactions, leveraging deep local market knowledge to deliver value-driven solutions for developers and institutional investors across Central California.
Lewis Smith
Founder
Lewis Smith co-founded Retail California with a focus on agribusiness and land development transactions. His expertise in agricultural real estate and rural property sales has established strong relationships with farmers, processors, and landowners throughout California's Central Valley.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide site selection, property management, investment services, retail brokerage, and agribusiness sales across California's Central Valley.
Which areas do you serve?
Our primary service area spans from Sacramento to Bakersfield, covering the entire Central Valley and Central Coast regions.
How does your partnership with Pearson Companies benefit clients?
This strategic alliance expands our capabilities to offer comprehensive commercial real estate solutions across all property types in Central California.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on retail, office, industrial, investment properties, and agricultural land sales with deep expertise in supermarket and QSR sectors.
