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 |
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↓ 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 |