T
he Woodlands area saw a boost in office and retail occupancy as of January, outpacing the previous year's numbers. Industrial occupancy remained steady, mirroring the first quarter of 2024, according to data from Caldwell Cos. released in December. Office and retail trends in The Woodlands mirrored those seen in December, with no significant changes noted. Notably, industrial rental rates have risen since 2022, while both industrial and retail rates have experienced fluctuations. As of early 2025, more industrial spaces are under construction compared to the same time last year, whereas office and retail development has slowed down.