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The sales paradox facing retail: strong investor demand but paltry number of deals

Shortage of replacement assets sidelines many owners, constrains deals
The Doncrest Market Place in Richmond Hill traded for $43 million in May 2026. The fully leased retail centre is anchored by McDonald's, Scotiabank and Carefirst Family Health. (CoStar)
The Doncrest Market Place in Richmond Hill traded for $43 million in May 2026. The fully leased retail centre is anchored by McDonald's, Scotiabank and Carefirst Family Health. (CoStar)
CoStar Analytics
September 23, 2026 | 1:25 AM

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