Real Estate Analysis and Commentary in Victorville

City Improved Assets

Veteran Memorial - 15451 7^th Street

This statute was erected in 1996 by the City of Victorville. The property consists of a six-sided memorial in an open courtyard. The memorial/courtyard provides a resting place for pedestrians in this district.

 

Fire Museum – 15620 8^th Street

This building is not associated with the Victorville Fire Department. Founded in 2000, the museum contains artifacts and memorabilia related to fire heritage and the evolution of fighting fires. It is open to the public on Saturdays from 9 AM to noon.

 

Hi-Desert Performing Arts Center – 15615 8^th Street

This structure was built as a USO Club in 1941, servicing the local military until 1947 at which point it was disbanded and sold to the city. This building used by the city as a community center. In 1992 the building was designated as a historical landmark. The cultural arts center opened in 1998 and offered live performances until the building was damaged by fire. In 2024, the center was scheduled to reopen. Events include:

 

• Live theater.
• Art exhibits.
• Art workshops.
• Concerts.

 

Old School and Park – 15476 6^th Street

Built in 1992, this property was used by the school district until 1960 at which time it closed. In 1983 the City acquired the property and began a rehabilitation which was finished on 07/02/1985. Currently, the property functions as a community cultural center and event venue managed by the city.  The building is available for

 

• Art exhibitions.
• History workshops.
• Community meetings.

   

  It may also be rented for:

   

• Wedding receptions.
• Corporate retreats/conferences.
• Dance and yoga classes.

 

The building is available for:

 

• Art exhibits.
• History workshops.
• Community meetings.
• Small scale performances.

   

  The property can be leased for:

   

• Wedding receptions.
• Corporate retreats and conferences.
• Dance and yoga classes.

 

Parking Lot/Mormon Springs Monument – Intersection of 8^th and C Street

A relatively small parking lot in near proximity to the Performing Arts Center and Fire Museum. It is one block to the east of Seventh Street. The parking lot will need repair and updating.

 

The Mormon Springs Monument is located on the southeastern corner of the lot. Erected in 1998, it provides a brief history of the importance of fresh water to 19^th century travelers through the desert.

 

Route 66 Archway Spans 7^th Street at the Intersection of 7^th and D Street

Spanning the intersection of Seventh Street and D Street, it signals the entry to Old Town Village. The archway is lighted with energy efficient LEDs and visually brands the district as a Route 66 landmark. The city views the archway as a complement to its Commercial Façade Improvement Program, which is designed to enhance the street appeal to existing commercial properties along Route 66.

 

08/07/2025 Vacant Buildings

Today, I am taking a break from the technical aspects of the Old Town Village District to discuss vacant buildings I discovered during my tour. Currently, they represent properties in search of a market and offer a chance for multiple uses. While not a comprehensive inventory, I am listing them as opportunities for improving the district. 

1. 15554 6th St - A former restaurant with living quarters. This building is one block to the west of 7th Street. The restaurant has a patio in the front offering a potential of outdoor dining. The restaurant has 24 seat capacity and parking is at the rear accessed by the alley. The living quarters consists of a 1 bedroom/1 bath apartment at the back of the restaurant. 

2. 15624-15626 6th Street - A retail building with a 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment at the rear. This property is to he south of Route 66 museum. 

3. 15632 6th Street - This is the former Tennis & Trophy World building and is directly to the south of Lane's Crossing Park, 

4. 15483-15491 7th Street - A two-story building. This property is currently listed for $650,000 and is being marketed with the potential of the second floor being converted into four residential units with the first floor being commercial (uses envisioned in the specific plan). There is parking along A Street and the rear of the site has the potential for onsite parking. The property is partially leased (month to month) and the listing reports $38,400 gross income. 

5. 16856 C Street - The former Old Rancho Theater that opened in 1959 and closed in 1984. It is my understanding that the building is a shell and will require extensive work. 

6. 17053 D Street - A smaller building with the potential of having two units. It is located on a small site with limited onsite parking. 

7. 15591-15595 7th Street - Currently configured as a three-unit office building. 

8. 16789 D Street - A former convenience store directly to the west of the Barrel House. It was on the market as having a potential for being converted into a restaurant. 

9. 15557-15565 7th Street - A three-unit building with the exterior having been updated bu the interior is reported as being a shell. An alley is behind the building. 

10. 15564 7th Street - Currently boarded, this building has the potential for two units. 

11. 15578-15582 7th Street - Currently boarded, this building has the potential for two units. 

12. 15614 8th Street - Next to the Fire Museum. An older listing indicates this building has mulip0le office spaces with a warehouse/training center at the rear. 

It will be interesting to take a tour of this area in the future and see if these properties are converted into a viable economic use