I was pleased to represent Anderson Holdings, LLC in the lease of its 1,781-square-foot retail and office property at 1214 Kuhl Avenue in Orlando to Planet Kava.
Located in the heart of SoDo, the property benefits from its proximity to Downtown Orlando and exposure to approximately 30,000 vehicles and pedestrians traveling through the surrounding area each day. SoDo continues to attract businesses and customers who value its central location, established neighborhoods, strong demographics, and convenient access to Orlando’s urban core.
Although the property offered a compelling location, finding the right tenant presented a unique challenge. The space had previously operated as a physical therapy office and was later used for overflow storage. Its distinctive layout meant it would not work for every traditional retail or office user. After sitting vacant, the property needed a tenant who could recognize its potential and bring renewed activity to the site.
Our strategy focused on more than simply filling the vacancy. We positioned the property around its visibility, accessibility, nearby traffic, flexible layout, and proximity to Downtown Orlando. At the same time, we searched for a business whose operations and customer experience could work naturally within the existing space.
That search led us to Planet Kava. The concept was a strong fit for the property and presented an opportunity to transform a previously underutilized space into an engaging destination. I worked through the marketing, property tours, negotiations, and transaction details while keeping the owner’s income and long-term investment objectives at the forefront.
The completed lease gives Planet Kava a well-located home in SoDo while returning the property to productive use and generating rental income for Anderson Holdings. More importantly, it brought the right user to a distinctive property rather than trying to force a conventional tenant into a space that did not support its needs.
The ownership shared the following about the experience:
“I’m grateful to Amy for finding the right tenant to activate this property. Planet Kava brings great energy and strong synergy to the area, and Amy remained focused on securing a tenant who would be a good fit for both the space and our investment goals.”
This transaction reflects an area of my work that I especially enjoy. Many doctors, attorneys, and other professionals are not only operating successful businesses but also building wealth through commercial investment properties. They need an advisor who understands both sides of that equation. A real estate decision should support the needs of the business while also maximizing the income, value, and long-term potential of the underlying asset.
Finding the right tenant can take patience, particularly when a property has a specialized history or unconventional layout. The result at 1214 Kuhl Avenue demonstrates what can happen when thoughtful positioning, a strong location, and the right tenant come together. Planet Kava will bring new life to the property, contribute to the energy of SoDo, and help Anderson Holdings move forward with a stronger income-producing investment.
Who leased the commercial property at 1214 Kuhl Avenue in Orlando?
Planet Kava leased the 1,781-square-foot retail and office property at 1214 Kuhl Avenue in Orlando’s SoDo district. Amy Calandrino of Beyond Commercial represented the landlord, Anderson Holdings, LLC.
Why is SoDo an attractive location for retail and office businesses?
SoDo offers convenient access to Downtown Orlando, established residential neighborhoods, major transportation corridors, and approximately 30,000 passing vehicles and pedestrians each day. The district’s central location and mix of businesses, restaurants, services, and residences make it attractive to customer-facing companies.
What was the challenge in leasing 1214 Kuhl Avenue?
The property had a unique layout and a specialized history. It was previously used as a physical therapy office and later as overflow storage before becoming vacant. The challenge was identifying a tenant whose concept could work within the existing space while also supporting the landlord’s investment goals.
How did I help the property owner?
I marketed the property, identified and qualified potential tenants, coordinated tours, negotiated the lease, and helped secure Planet Kava as a tenant. The strategy focused on finding the right long-term user while returning the vacant property to income-producing use.
How can commercial property owners maximize rental income from a unique space?
Owners can improve their leasing results by working with a commercial real estate advisor who understands the property’s layout, prior uses, location, target tenants, and income objectives. Strategic positioning can help attract users who see value in the space and are more likely to remain successful at the property.
Deal Details
- Landlord: Anderson Holdings, LLC
- Tenant: Planet Kava
- Address: 1214 Kuhl Avenue, Orlando, Florida 32806
- Transaction: Lease
- Property Type: Retail/Office
- Size: 1,781 square feet
- Representation: Landlord representation
- Commercial Real Estate Advisor: Amy Calandrino
- Closing Date: May 8, 2026