Singapore office rents see subdued growth in 1Q2023: JLL
Despite macroeconomic uncertainties that dampen demand for office space causing large space users to “generally press the pause button” for expansionary and relocation plans, Grade A office rents in Singapore’s Central Business District (CBD) saw a 1% q-o-q increase in 1Q2023 to an average of $11.30 psf per month (psf pm). This marks a second consecutive quarter of slowed growth following five straight quarters of growth previously.
Andrew Tangye, Head of Office Leasing and Advisory at JLL Singapore, attributes the current cautious mood of occupiers to the macroeconomic environment. Leasing activity in 1Q2023 was mainy driven by small-to-medium-sized space occupier with immediate requirements such as new market entrants and those looking to accommodate new workplace design or increased hirings that took place in 2022. Such occupiers include Munich Re and Corney & Barrow.
Despite the current cautious mood, occupancy of Grade A office space remains tight, with some occupiers seizing …