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Manhattan’s Office Market Remains Muted in Q1
Manhattan office market had a muted leasing quarter, with total volume slowing due to a lack of large deals, according to Savills’ Q1 2024 report. Despite this, retailers showed increased activity, accounting for a significant portion of total leasing volume.
The availability rate rose to 20.1%, a post-pandemic peak, driven by large block additions. Midtown Class A asking rents fell for the second consecutive quarter, reaching $90.92 per square foot. Submarkets like Plaza South, Plaza North, and Hudson Yards, with high concentrations of top-end space, showed the lowest availability rates, indicating market stratification.
The market continues to be affected by job growth and expirations, with firms focusing on right-sizing office footprints and leasing activity primarily driven by expirations rather than new demand.
- ◦Economy