Cleveland, OH Retail Market Report Q1 2026
Cleveland's retail market in Q1 2026 maintained a 5.1% vacancy rate supported by limited new construction and tight supply, though demand softened with negative absorption of 623,000 square feet and rent growth moderated to 0.7%. Investment activity strengthened with sales volume reaching $140 million, as investors focused on grocery-anchored centers and net lease assets offering stable income despite broader economic uncertainty and demographic headwinds.
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- Mar 31, 2026
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- Jun 28, 2026 (1 month ago)
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