LensCrafters | Strong Credit Tenant | Newer 2024 Construction

4518 E. Washington Ave., Madison Wisconsin, 53704

Listing ID: CL-Wisconsin-28155 Commercial Free Standing Retail
Published on: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | Updated on: Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Listing Summary

Prime NNN LensCrafters in Madison, WI! Corporate EssilorLuxottica guaranty (S&P: A), 2024 build, 10% rent bumps, 8 yrs left, next to East Towne Mall.

Full Description

Exceptional Investment Opportunity: Premier LensCrafters Net-Leased Retail Facility in Madison, WI

Lee & Associates is pleased to present the exclusive opportunity to acquire the fee simple interest in a state-of-the-art, single-tenant commercial property leased to LensCrafters, located at 4518 E. Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53704. Completed in 2024, this newly constructed 3,486-square-foot retail asset sits on an expansive 0.70-acre lot in the heart of Madison's premier east side retail corridor. Backed by a strong corporate guarantee from global optical leader EssilorLuxottica (S&P: A Rated), this property offers investors long-term income stability, scheduled rent escalations, and unmatched commercial real estate fundamentals.

Executive Investment Highlights

  • Investment-Grade Corporate Guarantee: Fully guaranteed by Luxottica of America, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of EssilorLuxottica S.A. (S&P: A Rated)—a global powerhouse generating approximately $28 billion in annual revenue and operating over 5,900 retail locations across North America.

  • Industry-Leading Anchor Tenant: Operates as LensCrafters, one of North America's foremost optical retail platforms, boasting more than 1,100 locations and leveraging EssilorLuxottica’s fully vertically integrated supply chain and design network.

  • Significant Tenant Capital Commitment: Features a extensive, custom medical interior build-out specifically designed to accommodate LensCrafters' high-tech optometric and retail operations, creating exceptionally high tenant sticky factor and relocation barriers.

  • Inflation-Protected Double-Net (NN) Lease: Structured with approximately 8 years of primary lease term remaining, featuring guaranteed 10% rental increases every 5 years to provide continuous growth in net cash flow, plus two (2) 5-year renewal options.

  • Shadow-Anchored by Wisconsin's Top Regional Mall: Adjacent to East Towne Mall, the highest-rated super regional mall in Wisconsin, featuring over 80 national retailers and attracting roughly 4.8 million annual visitors.

  • High-Volume Commercial Thoroughfare Exposure: Commandingly situated along East Washington Avenue (US-151), exposing the site to over 25,000 vehicles per day (VPD), with immediate proximity to Interstates 90/94 (I-90/94), which carry over 77,500 VPD.

  • Strong Affluent Demographics & Dense Economic Hub: Situated in a dense infill trade area boasting over 128,000 residents, 68,000 daytime employees, and an average household income exceeding $115,000 within a 5-mile radius.

  • Resilient State Capital & Academic Market: Madison’s robust local economy is continuously driven by top-tier institutional anchors, including the State of Wisconsin government, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, major health systems, and a booming technology sector.

Property Specifications & Financial Summary

This modern 2024 single-tenant commercial facility combines premier site design, high traffic access, and strong corporate backing.

Investment & Property Attribute Specification Details
Tenant Name LensCrafters (1,100+ Locations)
Lease Guarantor Luxottica of America, Inc. / EssilorLuxottica S.A. (S&P: A Rated)
Property Address 4518 E. Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
Building Size (GLA) 3,486 SF
Lot Size / Acreage 0.70 Acres (approx. 30,492 SF)
Year Built 2024 (Brand New Custom Buildout)
Lease Structure Double-Net (NN) Lease
Remaining Primary Term Approx. 8 Years Remaining
Rent Increases 10% Every 5 Years
Renewal Options Two (2), 5-Year Extension Options
Traffic Counts 25,000 VPD (US-151) / 77,500 VPD (I-90/94)
Surrounding Anchor East Towne Mall (4.8 Million Visitors/Year)

 

Quick Glance

  • Listing ID: CL-Wisconsin-28155
  • Status: Active
  • Year Build: 2024
  • Building Size: 3,486 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 1 Acr

Complete Details

  • Year Build: 2024
  • Building Size: 3,486 SqFt
  • No of Stories: 1
  • Total Lot Area: 0.70 Acr
  • No of Total Units: 1
  • Heating and Cooling: Not Specified
  • Building Class: Class B
  • Occupancy: 100

Pricing Details

Additional Features

Highlights
  • Strong Corporate Lease Guaranty – The Lease is Guaranteed by Luxottica of America, Inc., a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of EssilorLuxottica which Carries an S&P “A” and Moody’s “A3” Investment Grade Credit Rating
  • National Optical Retail Platform – LensCrafters is One of North America’s Leading Optical Retailers (947 Locations) – Nationally Recognized Brand
  • Rapid Growth in the Eye Care Industry – The U.S. Eye Care Market was Valued at Approximately $27 billion in 2024 and is Projected to Grow at an Annual Rate of Roughly 7% Through 2030
  • Real Estate Advantage – Shadow-Anchored by East Towne Mall – Wisconsin’s Top-Rated Super Regional Mall with 4.8 Million Annual Visitors
  • High-Visibility Madison Retail Corridor – Prime Location Along E. Washington Ave/US-151 – Excellent Exposure and Convenient Access to I-90/94
Features
  • Sale Type: Investment NNN
  • Sale Condition: 1031 Exchange
  • Price Per SF: $795.18
  • Tenancy: Multiple
  • Zoning: CC-T

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