Retail Market Insights
Analysis and perspective on the Southern California retail real estate market from our team at Parker & Associates.
DTLA retail vacancy and what is actually leasing in 2026
Downtown Los Angeles retail vacancy sits near 14% in mid-2026, but restaurant, fitness, and experiential concepts continue to lease. What's working and why.
Orange County drive-thru sites: where they actually exist and what tenants pay
Drive-thru pads and endcaps in Orange County remain scarce. Parker maps where they exist by corridor, typical rents, and what tenant profiles win them.
Southern California retail rent forecast by submarket: Orange County, Los Angeles, and Inland Empire trends through Q4 2026
Detailed rent forecasts for Orange County, Los Angeles, and Inland Empire retail submarkets. Updated May 2026 with submarket-specific ranges and trends.
Ontario CA retail space: where it's leasing in 2026
Ontario retail space is leasing in power centers near I-10/Haven, Milliken corridor, and Ontario Mills. Rates, availability, and tenant demand patterns for 2026.
Westside Los Angeles retail rents in 2026: what tenants and landlords need to know
Current Westside LA retail rent ranges, neighborhood trends, and lease strategy for Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Beverly Grove, and Culver City in 2026.
Best Orange County shopping centers for first-time restaurant tenants
Where first-time restaurant operators should look in Orange County: neighborhood centers, rent ranges, TI expectations, and landlord profiles from Parker & Associates.
Tenant improvement allowances across Southern California: what retailers can expect in 2026
TI allowances in Orange County, LA, and Inland Empire retail spaces range $15–$75/SF in 2026. Parker & Associates explains how to negotiate build-out credits.
Inland Empire retail market report 2026: vacancy, rates, and growth corridors
Vacancy trends, asking rents, absorption, and corridor-by-corridor analysis of the Inland Empire retail market as of Q2 2026.
Los Angeles retail market report Q2 2026: rents rise in transit corridors while suburban centers stabilize
Q2 2026 Los Angeles retail report: rent trends, vacancy by submarket, and what tenants and landlords should watch through year-end.
Orange County retail vacancy in May 2026: what tenants and landlords need to know
Orange County retail vacancy sits near historic lows in May 2026. Submarkets from Irvine to Huntington Beach show divergent patterns for tenants and landlords.
OC vs LA vs IE NNN charges 2026: what tenants actually pay across Southern California
Real NNN ranges across Orange County, Los Angeles, and Inland Empire retail in 2026. Market-by-market comparison for tenants evaluating true occupancy costs.
Where to Open a Retail Store in Southern California: OC, LA, or the Inland Empire?
A tenant decision framework for 2026: how rent ranges, customer density, lease economics, and tenant mix actually differ across Orange County, Los Angeles, and the Inland Empire.
Southern California Retail Market Outlook: What We're Seeing in 2026
An on-the-ground perspective on retail vacancy, lease rates, and tenant demand across Orange County, Los Angeles, and the Inland Empire heading into mid-2026.
What Retail Tenants Should Know Before Signing a Lease in Southern California
A practical guide covering the lease terms, negotiation strategies, and due diligence steps that protect your business — from a broker who has been on both sides of the table.