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Updated March 2026

San Francisco Bay Area Commercial Leases: Market Guide

Bay Area commercial rents are premium ($4-8/sq ft/month) due to tech demand. Understanding Bay Area market rates, CAM charges, and negotiation tactics is critical.

Bay Area Commercial Market

Premium areas (South Bay, Mission): $4-8/sq ft/month base rent. CAM: $2-4/sq ft/year. TI allowance: $50-100/sq ft. Tech companies dominate market.

Negotiation Strategies

Negotiate aggressively on CAM caps, TI allowance, and rent escalation. Market is competitive but landlords expect negotiation.

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