# Mexico City Class A office: frequently asked questions

> Quick reference: Mexico City Class A rent is MX$580/sqm/mo · ≈ $33.6 PSF/yr USD ($34 USD), typical term 5 years, 6 months free.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Class A rent: MX$580/sqm/mo · ≈ $33.6 PSF/yr USD.
- Typical term: 5 years.
- Typical rent-free: 6 months.
- Vacancy: 22.6%.

## Key facts
- **city**: Mexico City
- **country**: Mexico
- **region**: Americas
- **classARentLocal**: MX$580/sqm/mo · ≈ $33.6 PSF/yr USD
- **classARentUsd**: $34/sqft/yr
- **vacancy**: 22.6%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 5
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 6
- **submarkets**: 5
- **primeYieldPct**: 7.4%

## FAQ
### What is the nearshoring context?
Material. USMCA-aligned manufacturing relocation from Asia to Mexico has structurally accelerated since 2020 — driving deep IMMEX manufacturing demand and growing back-office and engineering services demand in Mexico City.

### What is the typical lease currency?
International tenant leases on trophy stock are predominantly USD-pegged. Domestic tenants typically lease in pesos with annual escalation.

### What is the Reforma trophy premium?
Trophy stock on Paseo de la Reforma commands a structural 20-30% premium over Polanco and Santa Fe Class A — driven by Metro access, embassy adjacency, and historic centrality.

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