Retail space availability is historically tight across most U.S. markets, with low vacancy, limited second-generation space and steady tenant demand contributing to rent increases.
Retail construction holds near post-pandemic lows
Store space additions restrained as development economics limit ground-up projects
By Brandon Svec
CoStar AnalyticsJuly 12, 2026 | 9:39 P.M.
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