# Boston Class A market cycle position

> Boston Class A is currently flat with 19.5% headline vacancy — trophy is structurally tighter than the broader market suggests.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Headline vacancy: 19.5%; trend flat.
- Cycle is bifurcated: trophy is tight; secondary Class A and Class B are loose.
- Construction pipeline is largely visible 36–60 months ahead.
- Use cycle position to time renewal vs. relocation decisions.

## Key facts
- **city**: Boston
- **country**: United States
- **region**: Americas
- **classARentLocal**: $78/sqft/yr
- **classARentUsd**: $78/sqft/yr
- **vacancy**: 19.5%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 10
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 18
- **submarkets**: 6
- **primeYieldPct**: 6.2%

## FAQ
### Where is Boston Class A in its cycle?
Headline trend is flat with 19.5% vacancy. Trophy is structurally tighter than the index suggests.

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Citation: Source: Class A Atlas (https://classa.info/cities/boston/market-cycle-position), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.