Charlotte, NC Retail Space for Lease

Search 201 retail listings in Charlotte, NC and find helpful local stats in the Market Overview section below.

1308 Central Avenue

1308 Central Ave, Elizabeth, Charlotte, NC
Property Type

Retail
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2 spaces available / 2,048 - 2,304 SF
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Station West - 919 Berryhill Road

919 Berryhill Road, Seversville, Charlotte, NC
Property Type

Industrial
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1 space available / 3,160 SF
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Brooklyn Village Station

400 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Property Type

Retail
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3 spaces available / 2,062 - 2,532 SF
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725 Providence Road

725 Providence Road, Eastover, Charlotte, NC
Property Type

Office
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9 spaces available / 1,416 - 3,930 SF
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Park 51 Shopping Center - 10635 Park Road

10635 Park Road, Park Crossing, Charlotte, NC
Property Type

Retail
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1 space available / 3,349 SF
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Trailhead Yards

451 E Sugar Creek Rd, Hampshire Hills, Charlotte, NC
Property Type

Retail
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5 spaces available / 1,730 - 5,600 SF
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Morrison

Sharon Road and Colony Road, Barclay Downs, Charlotte, NC
Property Type

Retail
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3 spaces available / 1,838 - 2,148 SF
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Town Center Plaza

8640 University City Blvd, College Downs, Charlotte, NC
Property Type

Retail
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1 space available / 4,110 SF
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Tyvola Square

5335 South Blvd, Montclaire - Madison Park, Charlotte, NC
Property Type

Retail
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2 spaces available / 2,100 - 11,766 SF
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Retail Space Rents in Charlotte, NC

Rent costs for this type of commercial space depend on a variety of factors. The foremost of these is location, which will dictate how accessible a business is and how much foot traffic it gets. Other factors, such as space type and lease structure, also come into play. On average, retail space for lease in Charlotte asks $29.48 per square foot.

Retail Space Lease Types in Charlotte, NC

The most common type of lease agreement you’ll find here is NNN, with 14 space(s) available under this type of arrangement. The local market is also home to 6 retail space(s) offered under a Full Service lease agreement type, and 1 Modified Gross listing(s).

Most Common Type of Lease for Retail Buildings in Charlotte, NC

NNN 14
Full Service 6
Modified Gross 1

Average Size of Retail Space for Lease in Charlotte, NC

The average size for this type of rental opportunity in Charlotte is 1,000 sqft to 2,500 sqft. Currently, the local market offers 166 listing(s) within that size range. You can also search 93 listing(s) in the 2,500 sqft to 5,000 sqft range. It should be noted that spaces in this real estate category are generally specialized to cater to the needs of a particular business, so the average sizes of different retail space types can vary greatly.

Retail Space Types You Can Lease in Charlotte, NC

Retail space in Charlotte comes in all types, shapes, and sizes, so you have a good chance to find the right space for your business. The most common type here is listed as Restaurant and you can find 29 such space(s) available.  

Restaurant spaces listed for rent here have an average size of 3,040 square feet. Retail space specialized for restaurants usually includes ample seating areas and enough room for the safe preparation of food. Restaurant spaces may be embedded in a larger mall or can be freestanding buildings.

The local market is also home to 9 space(s) listed as Street Retail. The average size you can expect to find for this category is 3,913 square feet. You’ll find street retail spaces are mostly located in urban and suburban areas that have high foot traffic. This type of space is often a great choice for smaller retailers that are looking for well-positioned points of sale.

What’s more, you can find 2 listing(s) in the Regional Mall category, currently available in the average size of 32,938 square feet. Regional shopping centers or regional malls are among the largest retail properties you can find. They tend to bring together a large number of customers with a wide array of businesses ready to cater to a diverse array of needs and interests.

Number of Retail Spaces for Lease in Charlotte, NC, by Use Type

Restaurant

Street Retail

Regional Mall

Average Retail Listing Size in Charlotte, NC, by Use Type

Restaurant

3,040 sq. ft.

Street Retail

3,913 sq. ft.

Regional Mall

32,938 sq. ft.

However, besides these popular subtypes, the market has a lot to offer for entrepreneurs looking for the right space to promote their business and get their goods to customers.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Charlotte, NC

In general, the most successful retail businesses are located within relatively close proximity of each other, which leads to some neighborhoods becoming famous shopping destinations. Even in the case of suburban strip malls, the simple fact that so many different products can be purchased under the same roof can encourage customers to spend more.

Uptown Charlotte is your top choice for lease opportunities, as it is currently home to the highest number of listings — 55 retail space(s). The most popular space type here is Restaurant. You can find 2 such listing(s) here.

Charlotte’s second most popular area is The South End, where you can find 31 retail listing(s). The most likely type of space you can rent here is Restaurant. If this is the kind of property you are looking for, you will find 12 listing(s) available here.

Elizabeth is also among the best areas to search for your next commercial space. Here you can find 29 retail space(s) available for consideration by prospective tenants.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Charlotte, NC

Uptown Charlotte

The South End

Elizabeth

University City North

Olde Whitehall

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Retail Space for Lease

When you’re looking to give your business a storefront, there are a lot of decisions to be made. The first choice is, of course, location. You’ll have to decide whether your business would operate better in the heart of the city or if it is more likely to thrive in a suburban setting.

Data based on retail spaces listed for rent on CommercialSearch.com

Recent Retail Market News

Westwood Financial Buys Charlotte Shopping Center

The property last traded in 2020.

Sterling Organization Sells Shopping Center for $70M

The investor previously paid about $38 million for the asset.

Bandera Ventures Sells Charlotte-Area Retail Center for $34M

The asset previously traded last year for nearly $37 million.

Nuveen Purchases Southern Retail Duo

Both properties are located in densely populated cities near residential and employment hubs.

AJ Capital Partners Buys Charlotte Retail Asset

The property is part of the city’s historic arts and entertainment district.

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Charlotte, NC Retail Space for Lease

1308 Central Avenue

Station West - 919 Berryhill Road

Brooklyn Village Station

725 Providence Road

Park 51 Shopping Center - 10635 Park Road

Trailhead Yards

Morrison

Town Center Plaza

Tyvola Square

Retail Space Rents in Charlotte, NC

Retail Space Lease Types in Charlotte, NC

Most Common Type of Lease for Retail Buildings in Charlotte, NC

Average Size of Retail Space for Lease in Charlotte, NC

Retail Space Types You Can Lease in Charlotte, NC

Number of Retail Spaces for Lease in Charlotte, NC, by Use Type

Average Retail Listing Size in Charlotte, NC, by Use Type

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Charlotte, NC

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Charlotte, NC

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Retail Space for Lease

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Bandera Ventures Sells Charlotte-Area Retail Center for $34M

Nuveen Purchases Southern Retail Duo

AJ Capital Partners Buys Charlotte Retail Asset

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