Washington D.C. Retail Market Report
By CREhunt Research · Data through Q4 2025 · Aggregated from , Colliers
Quarterly retail market indicators for Washington D.C., aggregated by CREhunt from , Colliers. As of Q4 2025, average asking rent was $34.00/SF with a 3.4% vacancy rate.
Projected current retail pricing — Washington D.C.
Projected asking rent
$34.00–$34.61/SF/yr
Estimated sale value
$314–$403/SF
Modeled estimate (income approach) shown as a range — not an appraisal. Projected asking rent × occupancy × net-operating-income margin band ÷ market cap rate, from Q4 2025 reported data (cap rate 6.8%, asking rent trend-adjusted to today). Assumes ~97% occupancy and a 65–82% net-operating-income margin.
| Quarter | Asking rent | Vacancy | Net absorption | Under constr. | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2025 | $34.00/SF | 3.4% | — | — | |
| Q4 2023 | — | 9.2% | 650K SF | — | Colliers |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the average asking rent for retail space in Washington D.C.?
- As of Q4 2025, the average asking rent for retail space in Washington D.C. was $34.00/SF.
- What is the retail vacancy rate in Washington D.C.?
- The retail vacancy rate in Washington D.C. was 3.4% as of Q4 2025.
- Where does CREhunt's Washington D.C. market data come from?
- This report aggregates quarterly retail market data for Washington D.C. from Colliers.
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