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Baton Rouge Real Estate Market Stabilizes Amid Rising Costs

1/8/2025

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The Baton Rouge commercial real estate market is projected to remain stable in 2025, reflecting 2024 trends.
High construction costs and limited new supply are driving increased leasing of existing properties.
Retail property values have reached $285.11 per square foot, the highest in eight years.
Occupancy rates are expected to stabilize or improve despite low commercial sales.
Landlords are grappling with refinancing challenges due to high-interest rates, affecting cash flow.

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Story summary

The Baton Rouge commercial real estate market is projected to remain stable in 2025, reflecting 2024 trends.
High construction costs and limited new supply are driving increased leasing of existing properties.
Retail property values have reached $285.11 per square foot, the highest in eight years.
Occupancy rates are expected to stabilize or improve despite low commercial sales.
Landlords are grappling with refinancing challenges due to high-interest rates, affecting cash flow.