See Central Business District.


Frequently Asked Questions about CBD (Central Business District) in Commercial Real Estate

CBD stands for Central Business District. It typically refers to the commercial and business center of a city, often characterized by high-rise office buildings, dense development, and a concentration of employment and transit access.

You can refer to the glossary entry titled “Central Business District” for a more detailed explanation. The listing for “CBD” simply redirects to that full definition.

Often, yes. The terms are frequently used interchangeably, though technically, a CBD is defined by its commercial concentration and zoning rather than just geography or colloquial use.

CBDs usually contain high-rise office buildings, government facilities, retail centers, hotels, and transit hubs. These areas serve as the financial and administrative heart of a city.

Yes. Outside of real estate, CBD commonly refers to cannabidiol, a compound found in cannabis. In commercial real estate, however, it exclusively refers to the Central Business District.



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