Market Context: In an era of high vacancy rates, the rise in asking office rents seems contradictory. However, inflation has outpaced the slow rise in these sticker prices, explaining the phenomenon.
Current Trends: Since 2020, asking rents have stabilized with a nearly 2% increase by Q3 2024. While markets like Seattle and San Francisco have seen significant declines, national asking rents have generally held steady.
Macroeconomic Influence: Inflation, peaking in 2022, raised consumer prices by 23% since 2019. This inflation context is key to understanding the office rent market, with average rental rates moving in line with the CPI over the long term.
Investment Insight: The divergence between asking rents and 'real' rents underscores the attractive opportunity in commercial real estate, especially as economic conditions stabilize.
Contact Us: To navigate this complex market and capitalize on investment opportunities, reach out to The Ponce Real Estate Group. Frank: (310) 503-4158, Viktorie: (424) 301-0075.