# Washington DC Class A Office Market

> Washington DC Class A office rents around $58/sqft/yr, with 19.4% vacancy and 14 months of typical rent-free on a 10-year term.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Trophy product around CityCenter and the East End commands a $20-30/sqft premium over the broader Class A average.
- Concessions remain rich — 14-18 months free on a 10-year deal with $130-$150/sqft TI is standard for trophy floors.
- Federal GSA leasing dominates the demand pipeline; private-sector demand is led by law firms and lobbying.
- Conversion pipeline is active — older Class B in NoMa and Foggy Bottom is candidate stock for residential.

## Key facts
- **city**: Washington DC
- **country**: United States
- **region**: Americas
- **classARentLocal**: $58/sqft/yr
- **classARentUsd**: $58/sqft/yr
- **vacancyPct**: 19.4%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 10
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 14
- **submarkets**: 6
- **corporateTaxPct**: 27.1%
- **talentIndex**: 92

## FAQ
### Are Federal GSA leases comparable to private-sector deals?
Structurally no. GSA leases are full-service with statutory caps on opex escalations and rigid build-out specifications. Private-sector deals follow standard modified-gross norms with richer concession packages.

### What is the East End trophy premium versus broader CBD?
East End trophy product trades $20-$30/sqft above the broader CBD Class A average — a function of new construction, retail amenitization, and Metro proximity.

### How is the conversion pipeline affecting Class B vacancy?
Active conversion of older Class B in NoMa, Foggy Bottom, and parts of the CBD is gradually withdrawing inventory, but the absolute vacancy headline remains elevated through 2026.

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