# Phnom Penh lab and R&D office space

> R&D-grade Class A space in Phnom Penh concentrates in dedicated science clusters; rents for true wet-lab capability run 30–80% above standard Class A office rent.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Wet-lab capability requires specific MEP, exhaust, and floor-loading provisions — not every Class A building qualifies.
- R&D rent premium of 30–80% above standard Class A is normal.
- Clusters tend to anchor on universities or hospitals.
- Tenant fit-out for wet-lab is materially more expensive — often 2–4× standard office.

## Key facts
- **city**: Phnom Penh
- **country**: Cambodia
- **region**: APAC
- **classARentLocal**: $264/sqm/yr · ≈ $24.5 PSF/yr USD
- **classARentUsd**: $25/sqft/yr
- **vacancy**: 22.4%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 3
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 6
- **submarkets**: 5
- **primeYieldPct**: 8%

## FAQ
### Can I run a wet-lab in standard Phnom Penh Class A office space?
Rarely without retrofit. Look for purpose-built science-cluster product or buildings with documented wet-lab capability.

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Citation: Source: Class A Atlas (https://classa.info/cities/phnom-penh/lab-and-r-and-d), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.