# Raleigh-Durham Class A office: frequently asked questions

> Quick reference: Raleigh-Durham Class A rent is $36/sqft/yr ($36 USD), typical term 10 years, 12 months free.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Class A rent: $36/sqft/yr.
- Typical term: 10 years.
- Typical rent-free: 12 months.
- Vacancy: 16.8%.

## Key facts
- **city**: Raleigh-Durham
- **country**: United States
- **region**: Americas
- **classARentLocal**: $36/sqft/yr
- **classARentUsd**: $36/sqft/yr
- **vacancy**: 16.8%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 10
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 12
- **submarkets**: 5
- **primeYieldPct**: 6.9%

## FAQ
### What is RTP's role in the Class A market?
Research Triangle Park is the historic anchor — multi-tenant business park leased predominantly to tech, life sciences, and pharma. Apple's flagship build-out is reshaping the trophy tier.

### How does Raleigh compare to Charlotte?
Raleigh-Durham is more tech and life sciences-tilted; Charlotte is banking-tilted. Both share Sunbelt growth dynamics and a similar regulatory environment.

### Is Downtown Durham viable for institutional tenants?
Yes — American Tobacco Campus, the CityGate cluster, and Duke University proximity have built a credible Class A cluster.

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