The 6 Types of Commercial Real Estate Property.

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1. Office Buildings

• Uses: Professional workplaces, such as law firms, tech companies, or coworking spaces.

• Types:

  • Class A: High-end buildings in prime locations with premium amenities.

  • Class B: Well-maintained buildings in good locations but with fewer amenities.

  • Class C: Older buildings needing renovation, often in less desirable locations.

2. Retail Properties

• Uses: Spaces for businesses that sell goods or services directly to consumers.

• Examples:

  • Strip malls

  • Shopping malls

  • Standalone retail stores

  • Restaurants and cafes

3. Industrial Properties

• Uses: Spaces for manufacturing, production, storage, and distribution.

• Examples:

  • Warehouses

  • Distribution centers

  • Research and development (R&D) facilities

  • Light or heavy manufacturing plants

4. Multifamily Properties

• Uses: Residential buildings with multiple units that generate rental income.

• Examples:

  • Apartment complexes

  • Duplexes, triplexes, and quadplexes

  • Townhouses (if rented out as investment properties)

5. Hospitality Properties

• Uses: Accommodations and leisure services.

• Examples:

  • Hotels

  • Resorts

  • Motels

  • Short-term rentals (e.g., Airbnb)

6. Special Purpose Properties

• Uses: Unique spaces designed for specific functions.

• Examples:

  • Movie theaters

  • Amusement parks

  • Stadiums

  • Religious buildings

  • Schools and educational facilities

These categories help investors, brokers, and businesses analyze properties based on their use, income potential, and investment strategy.