Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A. has finalized the sale of its former United States headquarters campus, a substantial 25-acre property situated at 6555 Katella Avenue in Cypress, within Orange County. This transaction involves an expansive infill site that has served as Yamaha’s national headquarters since 1979. The specific financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
The extensive campus is located in Cypress, an Orange County city that integrates residential, commercial, and industrial land uses. The property is zoned for industrial use and features three distinct buildings, designed to accommodate various operational requirements. These structures include a dedicated industrial building, a versatile flex space, and an office building. Collectively, these facilities encompass approximately 278,964 square feet of functional area. The campus occupies an entire city block, providing comprehensive access with three distinct entry and exit points from primary roadways: Katella Avenue, Holder Street, and Yamaha Way. Such characteristics are often valued in infill industrial properties, contributing to operational efficiency and site prominence.
This divestiture by Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A. aligns with the company’s previously announced corporate relocation. Yamaha is in the process of moving its U.S. headquarters to Kennesaw, Georgia. Despite the change in ownership, Yamaha will maintain an operational presence at the Cypress campus for a defined period through a lease-back agreement. Under this arrangement, Yamaha will lease the entire property from the new owner, with the lease term scheduled to extend through December 31, 2028. This agreement facilitates a structured transition for Yamaha while providing the new property owner with a stable, income-generating asset in the immediate future.
Representation for Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A. in this significant Orange County real estate transaction was provided by a team from Avison Young. Patrick Barnes, Paul Clark, Nick Slonek, and Jae Estep from Avison Young were responsible for representing Yamaha throughout the sale process. The sale of a campus of this scale and strategic importance highlights the ongoing activity and demand within Orange County's industrial and corporate real estate sectors. The infill nature of the site, coupled with its industrial zoning and established infrastructure, positions it as a notable asset for its new owner, with potential implications for future use and development considerations in the Cypress area following the conclusion of the lease-back period.
