Credit to BEST & BRIGHTEST TKC READERS who fear the luxury pricing might be facilitating the ongoing retail decline . Here's a bit of data on the topic . "Country Club Plaza retail rents averaged $50.53 per square foot in 2025, significantly outpacing the Kansas City urban core and broader metro averages, which sit below $21 per square foot. Despite high vacancy rates near 30%, top-tier retail continues to command these elevated rates." Skip the paywall and read by way of Internet archive or public library card.