# San Francisco office fit-out costs

> Class A fit-out in San Francisco ranges from $115–$155/sqft for basic specification to $330–$500/sqft for trophy.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Basic fit-out: $115–$155/sqft.
- Mid spec: $160–$230/sqft.
- High-end: $235–$330/sqft.
- Trophy: $330–$500/sqft.
- Always model fit-out as amortised capex inside total occupancy cost.

## Key facts
- **city**: San Francisco
- **country**: United States
- **region**: Americas
- **classARentLocal**: $78/sqft/yr
- **classARentUsd**: $78/sqft/yr
- **vacancy**: 31.5%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 7
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 22
- **submarkets**: 6
- **primeYieldPct**: 6.5%
- **basicFitoutPsf**: $115–$155/sqft
- **midFitoutPsf**: $160–$230/sqft
- **highEndFitoutPsf**: $235–$330/sqft
- **trophyFitoutPsf**: $330–$500/sqft

## FAQ
### What does a San Francisco Class A fit-out cost?
From $115–$155/sqft for Basic to $330–$500/sqft for Trophy specification. Mid-spec — the most common — is $160–$230/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/san-francisco/fit-out-costs), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.