Downtown CBD's tenant base is anchored by tech, mining, real estate services, banking, professional services.

  • Tier: trophy.
  • Tenant character: The Burrard Street trophy spine.
  • Average rent: C$70/sqft/yr · ≈ $51.8 PSF/yr USD.

Downtown CBD, Vancouver tenant profile

Downtown CBD's tenant base is anchored by tech, mining, real estate services, banking, professional services.

TL;DR

  • Tier: trophy.
  • Tenant character: The Burrard Street trophy spine.
  • Average rent: C$70/sqft/yr · ≈ $51.8 PSF/yr USD.

Who clusters here

Tech, mining, real estate services, banking, professional services.

What that means for newcomers

Newcomers to Downtown CBD should expect peer-tenant scrutiny: covenant strength, brand fit, and signage standards are watched closely. Lease-up product underwrites by anchor tenant; secondary tenants typically benefit from anchor halo.

Key facts

cityVancouver
submarketDowntown CBD
tiertrophy
averageRentLocalC$70/sqft/yr · ≈ $51.8 PSF/yr USD
cityClassARentUsd$38/sqft/yr
cityVacancyPct11.2%

Frequently asked questions

What kind of tenants lease in Downtown CBD?
Tech, mining, real estate services, banking, professional services.

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Editorial provenance

Reviewed by Miriam Hollander — Lead market analyst. Last updated 2026-04-15. See our methodology and editorial standards.

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