# Melbourne office fit-out costs

> Class A fit-out in Melbourne ranges from $1800–$2600/sqft for basic specification to $6000–$9000/sqft for trophy.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Basic fit-out: $1800–$2600/sqft.
- Mid spec: $2700–$4000/sqft.
- High-end: $4100–$6000/sqft.
- Trophy: $6000–$9000/sqft.
- Always model fit-out as amortised capex inside total occupancy cost.

## Key facts
- **city**: Melbourne
- **country**: Australia
- **region**: APAC
- **classARentLocal**: A$720/sqm/yr · ≈ $43.5 PSF/yr USD
- **classARentUsd**: $43/sqft/yr
- **vacancy**: 18.4%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 7
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 14
- **submarkets**: 5
- **primeYieldPct**: 5.4%
- **basicFitoutPsf**: $1800–$2600/sqft
- **midFitoutPsf**: $2700–$4000/sqft
- **highEndFitoutPsf**: $4100–$6000/sqft
- **trophyFitoutPsf**: $6000–$9000/sqft

## FAQ
### What does a Melbourne Class A fit-out cost?
From $1800–$2600/sqft for Basic to $6000–$9000/sqft for Trophy specification. Mid-spec — the most common — is $2700–$4000/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/melbourne/fit-out-costs), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.