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Renting Retail Space in Charleston

Retail storefronts are the most sought-after space type in Charleston, comprising 43.41% of TenantBase searches. This demand aligns with the city’s vibrant retail landscape, supported by residential growth and increased consumer spending. Retail leasing preferences also lean towards 1-2 year leases, maintaining business flexibility as consumer habits evolve.

Key Retail Submarkets:

King Street (Downtown): A bustling retail corridor known for high-end brands and local shops.
West Ashley: Active revitalization, including projects like the Ashley Landing redevelopment.
Mount Pleasant: High-income demographics driving diverse retail opportunities.
Nexton/Summerville: Growing retail presence fueled by residential expansion.

Recent infrastructure investments in West Ashley, including revitalization projects like the Ashley Landing redevelopment, continue to boost the area’s retail appeal (Charleston County Economic Development).

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Popular Retail Space in the Charleston Market

West Island Center

2,200 – 10,000 SF

$3,100 – $19,200 /mo

Storefront

Alamo Building

5,100 SF

$7,600 /mo

Storefront

543 Long Point Road - Office Flex Space

1,266 – 5,250 SF

$2,700 – $7,200 /mo

Creative Flex Storefront

1,857 – 2,192 SF

$6,200 – $7,500 /mo

Creative Restaurant

Johnnie Dodds Blvd

2,140 – 2,500 SF

$3,200 – $5,800 /mo

Storefront

Johnnie Dodds Blvd

3,920 SF

$9,100 /mo

Storefront

Brand New Redevelopment

2,600 – 11,250 SF

$6,900 – $30,000 /mo

Storefront

Adjacent to Aldi

4,261 SF

$13,500 /mo

Storefront

New Retail Units

2,360 – 11,250 SF

$6,300 – $30,000 /mo

Storefront

Charleston Gateway Campus

3,930 – 5,654 SF

$9,200 – $14,100 /mo

Creative

Patriots Plaza

1,301 – 1,417 SF

- /mo

Storefront

Pier Pont Crossing Shopping Center

1,355 – 1,432 SF

$2,000 – $2,100 /mo

Storefront

Palmetto Commerce Parkway

89,733 SF

- /mo

Storefront

King St

1,375 – 3,166 SF

$3,700 – $8,800 /mo

General Storefront

Retail Space and Outparcel for Lease

1,400 SF

$2,000 /mo

Storefront

Suite Rates in Charleston

Suite Sizes in Charleston

Neighborhood Comparison

Neighborhood	Average Available SQFT	Average Rate / SQFT PER Month	NUMBER OF AVAILABLE SUITES

*All data is from sources we deem reliable and is tracked to provide tenants an understanding of market and submarket conditions, however we cannot guarantee accuracy and all data should be confirmed prior to any use in the lease or purchase of real property.