What are the different types of commercial real estate?

Commercial real estate is a broad category that includes a high variety of space types designed to meet the needs of various industries of the local economy and their specialized subsectors, as presented in our real estate 101 guide to types of commercial real estate . However, there are three main categories that you are most likely to come across: office, retail, and industrial space . Modern office space is typically organized over large floor plates bound by high ceilings and large windows for an abundance of natural light and is located in transit-oriented developments with good access to multiple modes of transportation, so as to facilitate employee commute. The Denver commercial real estate market incorporates 101,612,068 square feet of office space across 686 buildings. Office buildings can also accommodate coworking spaces , which are shared office options that typically cater to the needs of small, startup businesses that require flexible workspaces, a concentration of amenities, and services that can be accessed on an occasional or short-term basis. In Denver, the coworking segment of the commercial real estate market incorporates about 30,055 square feet. Retail space includes shopping malls, department stores, street retail, or specialty stores dedicated to a narrow range of products. Such properties are typically located in high foot-traffic and/or car traffic areas, to facilitate customer access. The Denver commercial real estate market includes 41,322,535 square feet of retail space in a variety of settings. Industrial property most often serves businesses operating in manufacturing or logistics and generally consists of large open spaces located within good access to roads, railways, freight airports or regional water ports. Industrial space listings can include warehouses, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, flexible industrial space, or even data center facilities. Across the Denver market, there is a total of 60,080,399 square feet of industrial property.

What types of commercial real estate are available in Denver, CO?

The largest share of commercial real estate space for lease in Denver is represented by Office space , which accounts for 22,475,528 square feet of available listings. Industrial space available in Denver adds up to 5,055,131 square feet.

What factors affect the price of commercial real estate in Denver, CO?

The price of renting or buying commercial real estate is influenced by a variety of factors, including: the property type (for example, office space is priced higher than other property types in most locations); the condition and asset class rating (property rated class A or above will typically command a higher price than lower grade classifications); the quality or the development potential of the property location; whether or not there is high demand for the type of commercial asset in question; and what the state of supply is relative to demand.

What is the average rent for commercial space in Denver, CO?

The average rent for commercial real estate space listed for lease in Denver is $24.53 per square foot. However, this value does not offer enough perspective on its own, as you will find significant variation in prices across property types, property classes, and location, as well as other impacting factors. For instance, rent per square foot of office space in Denver can vary greatly depending on the rating of the property from Class A to Class C, as well as across the city depending on the location of the asset. What’s more, each commercial property type makes its own rent market: while the average rent for office space rested at $37.38 per square foot, industrial space in Denver saw average rents of $11.6 per square foot.

What are the best areas for commercial real estate in Denver, CO?

The best choice of location for commercial space depends on the factors that are most relevant to your business. A good thing to look for at the start, however, is the areas of the city that have the highest concentration of your preferred type of property, as these areas are generally well connected to the amenities and points of interest that are most relevant to each property type. As such, there are several areas that you could consider to be the best location for commercial real estate in Denver, depending on the property type you are interested in. The highest concentration of commercial space listings of any kind in Denver is in the Downtown Denver neighborhood. But if we look at each commercial property type, we find that for office space, the best location is the Downtown Denver area . Meanwhile, retail space opportunities are most abundant in the Downtown Denver submarket. Alternatively, if you are looking for warehouse or other industrial space, consider looking at listings in Stapleton Denver . Select your preferred property type from the search filters menu at the top of the search page and then navigate the interactive map for a better view of commercial real estate availability in the locations most suited to your needs.

How do I find a good commercial real estate broker?

Whether or not leasing commercial space is a new experience for you, there are significant benefits to working with a commercial real estate broker . In addition to saving you time and money, an experienced broker will contribute specialist knowledge of the local market , the property type you need representation for, and will handle negotiations on your behalf in your best interest. To start, it is important for you to have a good understanding of what kind of broker you need. For instance, there are differences between a tenant broker and a listing broker . Also important at the start is to have a clear idea of what kind of space (or tenant) you are looking for and what (if any) particular needs and requirements you might have. And, while it is good to get a referral, you should interview several brokers to better gauge who you feel would best represent your interests. CommercialCafe hosts listings from some of the most trusted commercial real estate brokerages in the country. Use the contact form available on each listing page or the contact details for the property representatives to reach out and start your search!

What is the most profitable commercial real estate?

The profitability of a commercial real estate investment depends on a multitude of factors working together. These factors include the quality of the asset itself — which itself includes aspects such as location, property class, amenities, and the quality of the property management — to the local market conditions, the state of the local economy, the demand for that particular type of commercial property, and of course the costs of owning and maintaining it relative to what leasing rate or sale price you get from the property. Asking rents in the city went as high as $50.5 per square foot. In particular, the property type commanding the highest lease rates in Denver was Office space. Conversely, the highest sale price last year was $291,000,000 that is located at 1800 Larimer Street.

What is the average size of a commercial property in Denver, CO?

The average size of a commercial property in Denver depends greatly on the property type and the location — geographical possibilities and zoning allowances have significant influence on how big developers can build. While there are outliers that break height or volume records in the city, we can look at some average sizes by property use: In Denver, the average size of an office property is 153,725 square feet. Retail properties here incorporate an average of 120,474 square feet. Industrial space in Denver is in buildings that are, on average 131,180 square feet in size.

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1,685 Commercial Real Estate Listings in Denver, CO

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Denver Place
Regus
999 18th Street Suite 3000, Denver, CO
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Virtual Office

Open Workspace

Private Office

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24/7 security

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25% off 16 Market Square
Regus
1400 Sixteenth Street Suite 400, Denver, CO
Services

Virtual Office

Open Workspace

Private Office

Dedicated Desk
Amenities

24/7 security

Access to global network

Business lounge

Cleaning services

Complimentary coffee & tea

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Wells Fargo Center

1700 Lincoln Street, Uptown Denver, Denver, CO
For Lease

$17.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

1,204,089 SF
Availability

3 Spaces

73,659 SF
Year Built

1982
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One Cherry Center

501 South Cherry Street, Glendale, Denver, CO
For Lease

$25.00 - $32.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

244,138 SF
Availability

13 Spaces

43,118 SF
Year Built

1985
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Symbiotic House
Symbiotic Event Services
2401 East 28th Ave, Denver, CO
Amenities

24/7 security

Bike storage

Breakout spaces

Cleaning services

Event planning

Free water

Heating & A/C

High-speed internet

High-speed wifi

Laundry services
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1900 Sixteenth

1900 16th Street, LoDo, Denver, CO
For Lease

$38.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

409,309 SF
Availability

5 Spaces

45,147 SF
Year Built

2008
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1999 Broadway

1999 Broadway, Downtown Denver, Denver, CO
For Lease

$20.00 - $22.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

680,276 SF
Availability

29 Spaces

259,684 SF
Year Built

1984
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2401 E. 40th Ave.

2401 E. 40th Ave. , Elyria Swansea, Denver, CO
For Lease

$2,500.00/MO
Property

VacantLand
Availability

1 Space

2 Acre
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Colorado Center - Tower Two

2000 South Colorado Blvd, University Hills, Denver, CO
For Lease

Contact for pricing
Property

Office

382,933 SF
Availability

1 Space

261,748 SF
Year Built

1987
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5,000 SF Ofc/Whs on 1st & Kalamath

101 N. Kalamath Street, Baker, Denver, CO
For Sale

$1,350,000
Property

Industrial

5,000 SF
Year Built

1962
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Historic LoDO Mixed-Use For Sale

1521-1523 15th Street, LoDo, Denver, CO
For Sale

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Property

Retail

10,000 SF
Year Built

1890
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4150 Fox Street

4150 Fox Street, Globeville, Denver, CO
For Sale

$1,400,000
Property

Industrial

7,284 SF
Year Built

1952
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Five Gateway Centre

4300 Kittredge Street, Gateway Denver, Denver, CO
For Lease

$14.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

62,000 SF
Availability

1 Space

2,342 SF
Year Built

2003
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8000 East 40th Avenue

8000 East 40th Avenue, Stapleton Denver, Denver, CO
For Lease

Contact for pricing
Property

Industrial

124,200 SF
Availability

10 Spaces

119,392 SF
Year Built

1961
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730 17th Street

730 17th Street, Downtown Denver, Denver, CO
For Sale

$1,250,000
Property

Office

222,630 SF
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1,309 SF Suite 360 Professional and Medical Office Space

3600 South Yosemite Street, Hampden South, Denver, CO
For Lease

Contact for pricing
Property

Office

133,743 SF
Availability Contact for availability
Year Built

1974
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The Vault

821 17th Street, Downtown Denver, Denver, CO
For Lease

$31.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

106,231 SF
Availability

5 Spaces

58,275 SF
Year Built

1907
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128 West 11th Avenue

128 West 11th Avenue, Downtown Denver, Denver, CO
For Lease

$3,000.00/MO
Property

Office

1,677 SF
Availability

1 Space

1,677 SF
Year Built

1930
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North Wynkoop - 4180 Wynkoop

4180 Wynkoop Street, RiNo Denver, Denver, CO
For Lease

Contact for pricing
Property

Office

90,000 SF
Availability

1 Space

64,995 SF
Year Built

2019
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Buchtel Boulevard and South Pearl Street

Buchtel Boulevard and South Pearl Street, Platt Park, Denver, CO
For Lease

Contact for pricing
Property

Retail

1,675 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

4,507 SF
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Broadway Station

900 South Broadway, Washington Park West, Denver, CO
For Lease

$21.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

160,006 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

46,705 SF
Year Built

1950
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487 S Broadway

487 S Broadway, Baker, Denver, CO
For Lease

Contact for pricing
Property

Retail

22,405 SF
Availability

1 Space

1,404 SF
Year Built

1994
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1801 Uptown

1801 Broadway, Downtown Denver, Denver, CO
For Lease

Contact for pricing
Property

Office

195,753 SF
Availability

24 Spaces

74,740 SF
Year Built

1981
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LoDo Towers - 1331 17th Street

1331 17th Street, LoDo, Denver, CO
For Lease

$19.00 - $31.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

218,906 SF
Availability

12 Spaces

79,221 SF
Year Built

1982
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Tamarac Plaza
Regus
7535 East Hampden Avenue Suite 400, Denver, CO
Services

Virtual Office

Open Workspace

Private Office

Dedicated Desk
Amenities

24/7 security

Access to global network

Business lounge

Cleaning services

Complimentary coffee & tea

High-speed internet

High-speed wifi

Kitchen

Mail services

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Broadway Station II

990 South Broadway, Washington Park West, Denver, CO
For Lease

$20.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

148,590 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

11,852 SF
Year Built

1950
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Building Size Range	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Office
50k to 100k Sq. Ft.	8,324,123 Sq. Ft.	9.13%
100k to 500k Sq. Ft.	44,316,606 Sq. Ft.	48.61%
500k to 1M Sq. Ft.	18,565,085 Sq. Ft.	20.36%
> 1M Sq. Ft.	14,142,917 Sq. Ft.	15.51%

Class	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Office
Class A+	9,721,106 Sq. Ft.	10.66%
Class A	40,668,553 Sq. Ft.	44.61%
Class B	20,166,927 Sq. Ft.	22.12%
Class C	2,581,494 Sq. Ft.	2.83%

Building Size Range	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Industrial
50k to 100k Sq. Ft.	15,997,479 Sq. Ft.	18.63%
100k to 500k Sq. Ft.	47,381,515 Sq. Ft.	55.18%
500k to 1M Sq. Ft.	4,672,387 Sq. Ft.	5.44%
> 1M Sq. Ft.	2,724,000 Sq. Ft.	3.17%

Class	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Industrial
Class A	23,470,600 Sq. Ft.	27.33%
Class B	54,172,514 Sq. Ft.	63.09%
Class C	5,540,781 Sq. Ft.	6.45%

Building Size Range	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Retail
50k to 100k Sq. Ft.	4,681,829 Sq. Ft.	28.58%
100k to 500k Sq. Ft.	6,390,076 Sq. Ft.	39.01%
> 1M Sq. Ft.	2,131,000 Sq. Ft.	13.01%

City	Property Type	Count of Listings	Total SF
Denver, CO	Office	369	22,475,528
Denver, CO	Retail	192	1,966,104
Denver, CO	Industrial	212	5,055,131
Denver, CO	Other	814	30,775,450

1,685 Commercial Real Estate Listings in Denver, CO

Denver, CO Commercial Real Estate Market Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the different types of commercial real estate?

What types of commercial real estate are available in Denver, CO?

What factors affect the price of commercial real estate in Denver, CO?

What is the average rent for commercial space in Denver, CO?

What are the best areas for commercial real estate in Denver, CO?

How do I find a good commercial real estate broker?

What is the most profitable commercial real estate?

What is the average size of a commercial property in Denver, CO?

Denver, CO Commercial Real Estate Inventory Breakdown

Total Office Space in Denver: 91,169,740 Sq. Ft.

Total Industrial Space in Denver: 85,867,774 Sq. Ft.

Total Retail Space in Denver: 16,381,767 Sq. Ft.

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