Calgary Office Space Market

Calgary Office Space

Class A and B office for lease, and office investment properties for sale in Calgary. Alberta & Saskatchewan Commercial.

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$18–28/sfClass A/B Rent

6.5–8.0%Cap Rate

12–18%Vacancy Rate

3–4Submarkets

$18–28/sf

Class A/B Rent

6.5–8.0%

Cap Rate

12–18%

Vacancy Rate

4.4%

Annual Population Growth

Calgary Office — Submarket Overview

Calgary is Alberta largest city; SE/NE industrial, downtown office, Macleod Trail retail. The office market benefits from Alberta's strong fundamentals: 4.4% annually (fastest in Canada) population growth and No provincial income or sales tax.

Submarket	Class	Gross Rent (psf)	Vacancy	Notes
Downtown Calgary	Class A	$18–28/sf	12–18%	Professional · Retail podium
Calgary Business District	Class B	$18–28/sf	12–18%	Mixed-use · Owner-occupier
Suburban Calgary	Class B/C	$18–28/sf	12–18%	Medical · Government
Calgary Tech / Creative Hub	Class B	$18–28/sf	12–18%	Tech tenant · Co-work

Calgary Office Lease Guide

Office leases in Calgary are available on gross, modified gross, and net structures. Downtown Class A is typically gross with operating costs included; suburban Class B often uses modified gross or full-service gross. Understand what is included before comparing quoted rates.

Key Terms for Office Tenants

Negotiate TI allowances (the market in Calgary currently favours tenants), free rent periods, renewal options, and sublease rights. Verify HVAC, after-hours charges, and internet infrastructure early in the process to avoid surprises post-occupancy.

Office Market Trends in Calgary

Hybrid work has elevated the importance of building quality, amenities, and transit access. Tenants in Calgary can secure strong concessions in Class B suburban space while Class A downtown with top amenities holds firmer on economics.

Other Asset Types in Calgary

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Industrial

Warehouse, bay and flex space for lease; industrial investment for sale.

Retail

Inline space, pad sites and strip centres for lease and sale.

Multifamily

Apartment buildings and purpose-built rental investment properties.

Land

Industrial, commercial and development land for sale.

Further Reading → Alberta Commercial Real Estate Cap Rates 2025 → Alberta Has No Provincial Income Tax → Why Investors Are Moving to Alberta

Calgary Office — Frequently Asked Questions

What are office lease rates in Calgary?

Office rents in Calgary range from $18–28/sf gross depending on class, floor, and buildout standard. Class A downtown space commands a premium over suburban Class B.

What is office vacancy in Calgary?

Calgary office vacancy is approximately 12–18% as of 2025. Downtown Class A is tighter than suburban Class B/C. Sublease availability has expanded the effective supply.

What are cap rates for office investment in Calgary?

Calgary office cap rates range from 6.5–8.0% in 2025. Quality of covenant, remaining term, and submarket all affect pricing. Owner-user opportunities are available at the value end.

What office submarkets are available in Calgary?

Calgary office is concentrated in Downtown Calgary (Class A/B), suburban business parks (Class B/C), and medical/government campuses. Each submarket serves different tenant profiles.

How do I find office space in Calgary?

Contact Canada's Home Commercial via our contact form, or call 403-837-5664. We represent tenants and landlords across all Calgary office submarkets.

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