Washington, DC · Maryland · Virginia

Retail Real Estate Services Across the DMV

MILLER WALKER Retail Real Estate advises landlords, developers, retailers, restaurants and other operators through every stage of a commercial real estate decision.

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A Focused, Senior-Level Approach

Local knowledge. Experienced representation.

MILLER WALKER is a boutique retail real estate firm serving Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. Our size allows clients to work directly with experienced professionals who understand the market, the deal and the details that determine whether a location succeeds.

We represent owners, developers, tenants, buyers and sellers with practical advice grounded in market knowledge and more than five decades of combined experience.

50+ YearsCombined industry experience
2M+ SFRetail space brokered
DC · MD · VARegional market coverage
BoutiqueDirect senior-level attention

How We Help

Representation built around your objectives

Every assignment begins with the business goal, not a generic list of properties or prospects.

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Tenant Representation

We help retailers, restaurants and service businesses evaluate markets, identify locations and negotiate terms that support long-term performance.

  • Market and site analysis
  • Site identification and property tours
  • Financial and occupancy-cost comparison
  • Letter of intent and lease negotiation
  • Regional growth and rollout strategy

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02

Landlord & Developer Representation

We position retail space to reach the right operators while balancing economics, tenant mix, timing and the long-term goals of the property.

  • Positioning and competitive analysis
  • Rent and deal-structure guidance
  • Merchandising and tenant-mix strategy
  • Targeted tenant outreach and tours
  • Proposal and lease negotiation

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03

Property Sales & Strategic Advisory

We provide market-based guidance for retail property sales, acquisitions and complex decisions involving existing or planned commercial space.

  • Acquisition and disposition strategy
  • Property and market positioning
  • Retail feasibility and opportunity review
  • Ground-floor retail planning
  • Transaction and development consultation

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Retail & Restaurant Expertise

The right space has to work beyond the address.

Retail and restaurant transactions require a close look at the operational details that can make or break a deal. We assess the market opportunity and the physical realities of each site, then help clients move forward with a clear understanding of both.

  • Visibility and access
  • Customer and trade-area demand
  • Venting and grease exhaust
  • Utility and infrastructure needs
  • Patio, loading and delivery conditions
  • Co-tenancy and surrounding uses

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Our Process

Clear advice from strategy through execution

Step 1

Define the objective

We begin with the business plan, timing, financial priorities and non-negotiables.

Step 2

Evaluate the market

We examine relevant properties, demand, competitive conditions and deal economics.

Step 3

Execute the strategy

We manage outreach, tours, proposals and negotiations with consistent communication.

Step 4

Stay involved

We remain engaged through documentation, coordination and the completion of the transaction.

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Discuss your real estate goals

Whether you are evaluating a location, leasing a property or planning a transaction, our team can help you understand the market and determine the next step.

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