Expert Matchmaking for Visionary Spaces.
we guide landlords and tenants through the complexities of modern commerce
With years of experience and a sophisticated network of landlords and tenants, we offer unrivaled real estate experience, superior data intelligence and integrated solutions to guide retailers, restaurateurs, investors and developers to adapt and grow in an ever-evolving retail world.
Our unique vantage point allows us to do more for our retail clients
From Big-Box, F&B, Urban, Lifestyle, Strip/In-line and everything in between—we see more so you can do more.
SAVANNAH'S RETAIL MARKET
OPEN FOR BUSINESS
4.2% vacancy. Tourist spend topping $3.7B. The right location is the difference between good and great.
While national retail struggles with e-commerce headwinds, Savannah’s market keeps performing — driven by 14.5 million annual visitors, a surging residential base, and a Historic District that commands some of the strongest retail rents in Georgia.
RIVR RE helps tenants secure the right space before someone else does, and landlords fill theirs at the rate they’ve earned.
- MARKET INTELLIGENCE -
In Retail, Location isn’t Everything
It’s the Only Thing
Savannah’s retail market rewards those who understand its geography.
A block on Broughton Street separates a $70/psf flagship from a $22/psf side-street deal.
The wrong location locks you into years of underperformance. The right representation means you don’t have to guess.
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PRIME SPACES GONE BEFORE THEY LIST
Broughton Street and the Historic District's best storefronts change hands through broker networks — not public listings. Without active representation, you're competing for what's left over.
Retail Leases CARRY Operator Risk
Percentage rent clauses, radius restrictions, co-tenancy provisions, and exclusivity carve-outs — retail leases carry more operational risk than almost any other asset class. Every clause needs scrutiny.
Foot Traffic Data Changes Everything
Not all Savannah streets are equal. We run pedestrian count analysis, sales per SF benchmarks, and seasonal traffic modelling so your site decision is grounded in numbers — not instinct.
Every retail space deserves exactly the right tenant
Empty storefronts and underperforming retail assets don’t fix themselves. RIVR RE brings deep Savannah market intelligence and a proven tenant network to every retail mandate — from single-unit leases to multi-anchor dispositions.
Ready to grow your retail footprint?
Whether you are a landlord seeking the perfect anchor or a tenant looking for your next flagship site, our advisors are ready.
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SAVANNAH'S RETAILERS & LANDLORDS
Trust RIVR with their space
We understand that retail real estate needs vary dramatically by sector.
Our approach is tailored to the specific priorities of each client type.
HIGH STREET
Strategic placements in desirable urban corridors where brand visibility meets maximum footfall.
STRIP RETAIL
Optimizing retail clusters to ensure sustainable tenant mix and operational efficiency
SHOPPING MALLS
Reimagining destinations as community hubs for entertainment, luxury, and necessity.
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TRUSTED BY LEADING LANDLORDS
& National Tenants
RIVR has proved to be an invaluable partner for our expansion and leasing strategy across the Sunbelt region. Their Savannah market knowledge is genuinely differentiated — we couldn't have moved as quickly without them
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CEORETAIL DEALS & NEWS
THE LATEST NEWS & BROKERAGE ACTIVITY FROM OUR RETAIL DIVISION
Molly MacPherson’s Pooler Sale to Etang Bistro | RIVR RE
Discover insights on the $2.85M sale of Molly MacPherson's Pooler location to Etang
Bay Street Mercantile Retail Lease, River Street Inn Savannah | RIVR RE
Discover insights on Bay Street Mercantile's new retail lease at the River Street I
HOW IT WORKS
From first call to signed lease — five clear steps.
Discovery Meeting
We assess your asset, goals, and market position — no obligation, no fluff.
Market Analysis
Comparable rents, vacancy trends, tenant demand — live data specific to your submarket.
Leasing Strategy
Target tenant profile, positioning, pricing, and marketing collateral — built for your asset.
Active Campaign
Direct canvassing, CoStar listing, broker outreach, and off-market approaches launched simultaneously.
Negotiation & Close
LOI's, lease review support, and handoff to management — all handled in-house.
COMMON QUESTIONS
What retail landlords and tenants ask us most
How long does it typically take to lease a vacant retail unit with RIVR? + _
We don't rely solely on passive listing platforms. From day one, our advisors proactively approach pre-qualified tenants from our active database, run direct broker outreach, and pursue off-market approaches in parallel.
Speed depends on asset type, location, and rental pricing, and we'll give you an honest timeline assessment during our initial call.
Do you represent both landlords and tenants, and is there a conflict? + _
Yes — and no, there is no conflict, because we operate with full transparency on every mandate. When we represent both parties on a transaction (a dual-agency arrangement), we disclose this upfront and both parties agree to it. In practice, our goal in dual-agency situations is to reach a commercially fair outcome for both sides — which is often in everyone's interest, including getting the deal closed efficiently. Where there is a genuine conflict, separate advisors within our team handle each side.
What retail asset classes do you work across? + _
We advise across the full retail spectrum: high-street and downtown units, neighbourhood and community strip centres, food & beverage and restaurant spaces, service retail (salons, medical, fitness), mixed-use ground-floor retail, and larger format anchored centres. We also handle retail within hospitality and hotel assets. If it has a storefront and a lease, we can help.
Can you help me find retail space to lease as a tenant expanding my business? + _
Absolutely — tenant representation is a core service. We help retailers, restaurants, and service businesses find the right location in the right submarket on the right terms. We'll conduct a site selection analysis based on your customer profile, foot traffic data, and competitive environment, then identify both listed and off-market spaces before negotiating the full lease package on your behalf — including rent, tenure, rent-free periods, fitout contributions, and break clauses.
What does RIVR charge for retail leasing advisory? + _
Our retail brokerage fees are success-based — we earn our fee only when a lease is signed or a transaction closes. There is no upfront retainer for standard leasing mandates.
Fee structures vary depending on whether we are acting for landlord or tenant, the nature of the lease, and the total transaction value.
We will be transparent about our fee structure before any engagement begins — there are no hidden costs or surprises.
For large portfolios and engagements where we are retained to provide leasing & property management services we can offer Landlords highly attractive deferred payment structures.
Do you provide ongoing property management after a retail lease is signed? + _
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Savannah’s Best Retail Spaces Won’t Wait.
Neither should you
With 4.2% vacancy and Broughton Street rents at record levels, the window for securing a quality storefront — or filling yours at a premium rate — is defined by timing and the quality of your representation. RIVR brings both.
The first conversation is free. No obligation, no boilerplate pitch — just a straight read on what the Savannah retail market means for your specific situation.
Ready to grow your retail footprint?
Whether you are a landlord seeking the perfect anchor or a tenant looking for your next flagship site, our advisors are ready.