Q3 2024 Office Market Report

OFFICE MARKET OVERVIEW

The Seattle office market continues to struggle, with net absorption reaching -2.7 million square feet in Q3 2024, a decline from Q2’s -2.5 million square feet. The vacancy rate increased to 15.7%, up from 15.1% in the previous quarter, indicating persistent challenges. The average asking rent decreased slightly to $36.82 per square foot annually, offering tenants softening rents and increased concessions. High availability and slow leasing momentum exert pressure on landlords, while trends like remote work and high interest rates impact sales and valuations. Demand remains for higher-quality spaces and coworking growth, reflecting a market in flux.

MARKET INDICATORS Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2023 Q4 2023 Q3 2023
↓ 12 Mo. Net Absorption (SF) (2,668,668) (2,471,216) (3,317,171) (4,338,236) (3,588,382)
↑  Vacancy Rate (%) 15.70% 15.10% 15.21% 14.33% 13.29%
↓  Avg FS Asking Rate PSF $36.82 $36.96 $37.14 $37.12 $37.37
↑  Sale Price PSF $407.00 $200.33 $284.92 $302.80 $260.69
↑  Cap Rate (%) 7.09% 6.80% 6.20% 7.30% 4.90%
↓  Under Construction (SF) 6,3658,372 8,178,013 7,727,192 9,239,358 11,073,748
↑  Inventory (SF) 237,611,080 235,628,884 234,238,978 232,748,983 230,917,207