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San Francisco Retail MarketBeat

San Francisco Retail MarketBeat Report with insights on demand, vacancy, rents, and development trends. Read the latest market outlook today. 

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Key Takeaways
  • The vacancy rate saw a slight decline.
  • Leasing activity increased significantly compared to the same period last year.
  • Prime rents remained stable in most of the zones but increased in New Office Areas (Zone 3).
  • Several new office buildings were completed, adding a substantial amount of new space to the market.
  • The TMT’s & Utilities sector drove the majority of the demand.

Economic Context

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Demand Overview

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Vacancy Trends

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Rent Trends

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Total and Under Construction Pipeline

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