Orange County Music & Dance has acquired a commercial property in Irvine to establish a second campus and increase its instructional capacity for local students.
The nonprofit purchased a two‑story flex building at 17872 Cowan Ave. from Kimco Staffing Services for $10.8 million, according to reporting by CoStar Research. The deal closed at about $438 per square foot.
The property sits near the 55 and 405 freeway interchange, a location that leaders say will make the new campus accessible to students across central Orange County. The additional space is intended to expand OC Music & Dance’s arts education offerings, providing room for more classes and instruction.
"The two-story flex building near the 55 and 405 freeway interchange in Irvine will serve as OCMD's second campus."
What this means for Irvine residents
Residents can expect more local options for music and dance instruction as the organization moves to populate the new campus. The added facility may increase class availability, create new part‑time instructional roles and draw families to programs that previously operated at capacity elsewhere.
- New instructional space in Irvine for music and dance.
- Improved regional access because of proximity to major freeways.
- Local commercial real estate turnover at a notable price point.
Transaction details
The CoStar Research report identified the buyer and seller and the purchase price. The property type is a two‑story flex building, a common commercial format that combines office, studio and light industrial uses, which can be adapted for instructional and rehearsal space.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Address | 17872 Cowan Ave., Irvine |
| Buyer | Orange County Music & Dance |
| Seller | Kimco Staffing Services |
| Price | $10.8 million |
| Price per sq. ft. | $438 |
The purchase was first reported by CoStar Research on July 17, 2026. OC Music & Dance has previously operated elsewhere in Orange County; this acquisition gives the organization a second campus in the region and increases its physical footprint within Irvine.
City residents interested in program expansion, class schedules or employment opportunities should monitor announcements from OC Music & Dance and local community calendars for details on when the new Irvine location will open and what classes it will host.
