Melbourne, Florida & The Space Coast
RETAIL SPACE FOR LEASE
FIND YOUR STOREFRONT
Brevard County's growing population and strong economy make it an attractive market for retail businesses. With over 600,000 residents, steady tourism, and a wave of aerospace workers with disposable income, the Space Coast offers real opportunity for retailers.From high-traffic shopping centers in Viera to character storefronts in Downtown Melbourne, the market has space for every concept and budget.Reach Commercial Real Estate helps retailers find locations that match their customer demographics, traffic patterns, and business model.
Viera / The Avenue
Brevard's premier retail destination with national tenants and strong demographics. High traffic, high visibility, premium rents.
$28-45/SF NNN
Downtown Melbourne
Historic Main Street retail with local character. Boutiques, restaurants, art galleries. Walkable, event-driven traffic.
$18-28/SF gross
West Melbourne
Strip centers and pad sites along major corridors. Strong co-tenancy with grocery anchors and national brands.
$20-32/SF NNN
Palm Bay
Value-oriented retail serving growing residential population. Anchored centers and service retail.
$16-24/SF NNN
Cocoa Beach / Beachside
Tourist-driven retail with seasonal fluctuations. Beach access premium. Restaurants, surf shops, entertainment.
$25-40/SF NNN
Merritt Island
Established retail corridors serving island residents and KSC workforce. Mix of anchored and unanchored centers.
$14-22/SF NNN
BREVARD RETAIL SUBMARKETS
SHOPPING CENTER (INLINE)
Traditional strip center space with shared parking and anchor co-tenancy. Most common retail format in Brevard.
STANDALONE / SINGLE-TENANT
Freestanding buildings with dedicated parking. Higher visibility, often pad sites. Fast food, banks, auto services.
RESTAURANT / SECOND GEN
Spaces previously built out for food service. Saves significantly on buildout costs. Grease traps, hoods, ventilation in place.
STREET RETAIL / STOREFRONT
Ground-floor space in mixed-use or historic buildings. Found in downtown Melbourne and village centers.
PAD SITES
Outparcel land adjacent to shopping centers. Build-to-suit or ground lease opportunities.
TYPES OF RETAIL SPACE
Demographics Analysis — Traffic counts, population density, household income
Site Selection — Match your concept to the right trade area
Co-Tenancy Review — Who else is in the center matters
Lease Negotiation — CAM caps, exclusives, kick-outs, percentage rent
We understand retail site selection is about more than just space—it's about customers.