Specialty Leasing Glossary

Commercial retail space rented for short periods ranging from one day to 12 months, typically in shopping malls and retail centers. Unlike traditional retail leases that span 5-10 years, specialty leases offer flexibility for seasonal businesses, product testing, brand activations, and pop-up concepts.

A semi-permanent retail structure typically 100-200 square feet located in mall common areas. Kiosks are fixed retail stations with display counters, storage, and electrical connections. Common for jewelry, phone accessories, and specialty food items.

A mobile retail unit typically 40-80 square feet that can be moved within a shopping center. Also called Retail Merchandising Units (RMUs). Carts are smaller than kiosks and ideal for high-margin products like accessories, jewelry, or seasonal items.

A temporary storefront space ranging from 200-2000 square feet with full walls, doors, and traditional store features. Pop-up shops occupy inline retail spaces for short durations, typically a few weeks to several months. Perfect for brand activations, seasonal retail, or market testing.

Traditional storefront retail space within a shopping center, located along the main corridors between anchor stores. When leased short-term (under 12 months), inline spaces become specialty leasing opportunities ideal for pop-up concepts and seasonal retail.

The shared public spaces in a shopping center including corridors, walkways, food courts, and atriums. Kiosks and carts are typically located in common areas where they benefit from high foot traffic without occupying traditional storefront space.

Short-term retail opportunities tied to specific seasons or holidays. Common examples include holiday gift kiosks (November-December), summer merchandise (June-August), and back-to-school vendors (July-September). Seasonal retail is a major component of specialty leasing.

A temporary retail experience designed to create brand awareness and customer engagement rather than pure sales. Brands use specialty leasing spaces for product launches, experiential marketing, and direct customer interaction in high-traffic shopping centers.