# Detroit Class A office: frequently asked questions

> Quick reference: Detroit Class A rent is $26/sqft/yr ($26 USD), typical term 10 years, 14 months free.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Class A rent: $26/sqft/yr.
- Typical term: 10 years.
- Typical rent-free: 14 months.
- Vacancy: 22.6%.

## Key facts
- **city**: Detroit
- **country**: United States
- **region**: Americas
- **classARentLocal**: $26/sqft/yr
- **classARentUsd**: $26/sqft/yr
- **vacancy**: 22.6%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 10
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 14
- **submarkets**: 5
- **primeYieldPct**: 7.6%

## FAQ
### What is Hudson's Detroit's impact?
Material. The Bedrock-led trophy tower (delivering 2025-2026) is reshaping Downtown's post-2025 trophy tier and anchoring continued Bedrock portfolio repositioning across Downtown.

### How does Corktown / Michigan Central fit in?
Ford's $740m restoration of Michigan Central Station has created a new mobility innovation district anchor in Corktown, with a deep Ford autonomous vehicle and software tenancy.

### Is the suburban Class A market viable?
Suburban Class A in Troy and Southfield carries deeper vacancy and softer rents — a structural alternative to Downtown but with weaker absorption.

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