Commercial Class A Vacancy refers to the availability of unoccupied space within Class A commercial properties. Class A properties are considered the most premium and upscale, characterized by their modern construction, prime locations, and high-quality finishes and features

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Commercial Class B Vacancy refers to the vacant or unoccupied space within commercial real estate properties classified as "Class B" based on their quality, condition, and amenities. Class B properties are typically considered to be of average or above-average quality

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The percentage of total downtown residential housing units that are occupied

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The total number of residential units under construction or planned in Greater Downtown

Commercial retail vacancy refers to the unoccupied or available space within commercial real estate properties specifically designed for retail use. This type of vacancy rate measures the portion of retail space that is not currently leased or occupied by tenants

A collection of indicators measuring the economic health of downtown Pittsburgh based on the latest available reporting periods and indexed stories.

*Note - this is a Q1 2024 total and Q2 info will be added when available. The total investment in existing building renovation and new construction projects within downtown

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