Colliers Retail Report: Vacancy falls as lease rates and absorption increase
November 27, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report
Q3 2023 Columbia Retail
Market Highlights
Vacancy decreased to 2.84% in the third quarter of 2023 with the absorption of 106,360 square feet and minimal new deliveries. Low vacancy supported lease rate increases to an average of $22.26 per square foot while only 27,026 square feet were under construction.
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Key Takeaways
- 106,360 square feet were absorbed, decreasing vacancy to 2.84%
- Lease rates increased 4.41% from Q2 2023
- Total inventory remained relatively flat with minimal new deliveries
Summary
Additional retailers have become attracted to Columbia with Whataburger, Tidal Wave Auto Spa and Topgolf expressing interest in the area while some retail locations have begun redevelopment for other uses.
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