Richardson, TX
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

Richardson's Demographic Profile

Richardson has 46,326 households and a median income of $86,146, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +6% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 120,848
# Households 46,326
Median age 35
Median household income $86,146
Avg household size 2.0
Renter-occupied housing units 23,466
5-year population change +6%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Garland $295 7,547 SF 8.40%
Plano $552 16,478 SF 7.03%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Richardson $460 12,510 SF
Garland $416 6,810 SF
Plano $620 12,158 SF
Sachse $964 2,800 SF
Addison $465 19,867 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Richardson $160 12,320 SF 8.20%
Garland $166 12,256 SF 7.60%
Plano $160 12,320 SF 8.20%
Wylie $150 32,765 SF 6.65%
Dallas $210 19,715 SF 7.03%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Richardson

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

Strategic Mixed-Use Land at LBJ & US-75

Dallas, TX 75243

  • 2.75 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • Price Upon Request
For Sale

1013 E 15th St

Plano, TX 75074

  • 4,368 SF Retail Building
  • $2,250,000
For Sale

Firestone Complete Auto Care

Wylie, TX 75098

  • 8,142 SF Retail Building
  • 5.50% Cap Rate
  • $3,181,000
For Sale

5290 President George Bush Highway

Garland, TX 75044

  • 1.42 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $1,114,000
For Sale

4780 President George Bush hwy

Garland, TX 75040

  • 2.36 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $2,261,000
For Sale

ATT Land -Plano, TX

Plano, TX 75075

  • 18.08 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $4,900,000

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Richardson pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Richardson $426 28,589 SF
Murphy $473 4,417 SF
Garland $435 14,010 SF
Plano $457 15,361 SF
Sachse $506 16,296 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Richardson alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Richardson or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Richardson 120,848 46,326 35 $86,146 2 23,466 6%
Murphy 21,915 6,225 41 $144,178 4 392 18%
Garland 235,170 78,007 36 $65,493 3 31,731 -2%
Plano 316,577 122,738 41 $99,547 3 55,736 19%
Sachse 30,572 9,855 39 $120,468 3 1,923 10%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Richardson, TX and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Richardson

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Is Richardson a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Richardson offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Richardson?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Richardson. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Richardson?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Richardson. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Richardson compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Richardson. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Richardson acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Richardson, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.