SRS Real Estate Partners’ Erik Christopher was recently featured on Brandmarch’s Behind the Lease podcast, where he shared insights on why retail space in Denver is becoming increasingly scarce. Strong retailer demand following COVID-19, combined with limited new development, has driven vacancy to historic lows—particularly in high-profile areas like Cherry Creek, where available space is nearly nonexistent.
Christopher noted that this supply-demand imbalance is pushing brands to be more strategic and patient in their site selection, often waiting for the right opportunity rather than compromising. At the same time, population growth is helping reposition older centers, creating new leasing momentum as Denver’s retail landscape continues to evolve.