# Downtown Core, Calgary fit-out and specification

> Downtown Core trophy buildings deliver a high-end Cat-A baseline; tenant fit-out typically lands in the High-end or Trophy bands.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Typical spec: 15–40,000 sqft floor plates available across newer Class A stock; 9'+ slab-to-slab and modern MEP common.
- Calgary fit-out range — Basic $70–100/sqft, Trophy $220–310/sqft.
- Submarket tier: trophy.

## Key facts
- **city**: Calgary
- **submarket**: Downtown Core
- **tier**: trophy
- **averageRentLocal**: C$36/sqft/yr · ≈ $26.6 PSF/yr USD
- **cityClassARentUsd**: $24/sqft/yr
- **cityVacancyPct**: 28.4%

## FAQ
### What spec level is normal in Downtown Core?
15–40,000 sqft floor plates available across newer Class A stock; 9'+ slab-to-slab and modern MEP common.

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Citation: Source: Class A Atlas (https://classa.info/cities/calgary/downtown-core/topics/fit-out-and-spec), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.