# Johannesburg office fit-out costs

> Class A fit-out in Johannesburg ranges from $3500–$5200/sqft for basic specification to $12000–$18000/sqft for trophy.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Basic fit-out: $3500–$5200/sqft.
- Mid spec: $5300–$8000/sqft.
- High-end: $8100–$12000/sqft.
- Trophy: $12000–$18000/sqft.
- Always model fit-out as amortised capex inside total occupancy cost.

## Key facts
- **city**: Johannesburg
- **country**: South Africa
- **region**: EMEA
- **classARentLocal**: R220/sqm/mo · ≈ $13.2 PSF/yr USD
- **classARentUsd**: $13/sqft/yr
- **vacancy**: 16.2%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 5
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 6
- **submarkets**: 5
- **primeYieldPct**: 9.4%
- **basicFitoutPsf**: $3500–$5200/sqft
- **midFitoutPsf**: $5300–$8000/sqft
- **highEndFitoutPsf**: $8100–$12000/sqft
- **trophyFitoutPsf**: $12000–$18000/sqft

## FAQ
### What does a Johannesburg Class A fit-out cost?
From $3500–$5200/sqft for Basic to $12000–$18000/sqft for Trophy specification. Mid-spec — the most common — is $5300–$8000/sqft.

### Are MEP and AV included in those bands?
Yes — bands include MEP, AV/IT cabling, FF&E, and a typical contingency.

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