Bryan Musselwhite, CCIM, SIOR - Named 2025 CoStar Power Broker Top Retail Leasing Agent

Bryan Musselwhite, CCIM, SIOR Named 2025 CoStar Power Broker Top Retail Leasing Agent 

Bryan Musselwhite, CCIM, SIOR our Senior Vice President at Investors Real Estate Partners, has been recognized as a CoStar Power Broker Top Retail Leasing Agent, a distinction awarded to leading professionals based on verified retail leasing activity and transaction performance. 

This recognition reflects a strong year of brokerage activity across Southwest Virginia, with a particular concentration in Downtown Roanoke’s retail and restaurant sector, one of the most active and visible segments of the local commercial real estate market. 

Driving Retail and Restaurant Activity in Downtown Roanoke 

Over the past year, Bryan has been directly involved in a series of retail and restaurant lease transactions that continue to shape the downtown landscape. 

Most notably, Bryan represented the lease of the former Awful Arthur’s space to The Haven, bringing a new restaurant concept to a premier location in the heart of the city. 

Additional transactions include: 

• Blue Ridge Bodega, a modern convenience concept serving the downtown community. 
• Sakura Asian Fusion, a new restaurant replacing the former Food Fanatics space. 
• Elderberry’s, a Roanoke favorite, opening a third location downtown occupying the former Pita Pit location on Jefferson Street. 

These transactions reflect continued demand from both local and regional operators seeking well-positioned space in Downtown Roanoke, supported by strong foot traffic, walkability, and a growing base of residents and visitors. 

Active Retail Listings in Market Square 

In addition to completed transactions, Bryan is currently representing several retail opportunities in Market Square, widely considered the core of Downtown Roanoke’s retail and restaurant activity. 

Current availability includes 2,200 sf of space within the Hartsook Building as well as the Bittersweet location along the Market Square corridor. Both spaces offer high visibility and direct access to one of the most active pedestrian environments in the region. 

Bryan’s involvement across both completed transactions and active listings highlights his commitment to Downtown Roanoke and a consistent presence in the retail market. 

A Consistent Track Record Across Asset Types 

While recognized for retail leasing performance, Bryan continues to advise clients across office, industrial, and investment properties throughout Southwest Virginia, including markets such as Salem, Christiansburg, and Blacksburg. 

His approach combines local market knowledge with data driven analysis, allowing clients to make informed decisions in a competitive and evolving environment. 

Looking to Lease or Fill Retail Space in Downtown Roanoke? 

Property owners seeking to lease retail space or operators looking to establish a presence in Downtown Roanoke are encouraged to connect with Bryan Musselwhite to learn more about current opportunities, market conditions, and available space in Market Square and surrounding corridors. 

About the CoStar Power Broker Award 

The CoStar Power Broker Award recognizes top performing commercial real estate professionals based on verified transaction activity within CoStar’s platform. The Top Retail Leasing Agent designation specifically highlights leadership and performance within the retail leasing sector.