CoStar Projects Stable U.S. Office Vacancy Through 2026
CoStar's revised forecast indicates that U.S. office vacancy will stabilize at 14.1% through the end of 2026, then gradually decline to near 13% by 2030, presenting a more optimistic long-term view than previously anticipated. This shift is attributed to recovering tenant demand in late 2025 and stabilization in per-worker space needs, despite a deceleration in job growth and lower occupancy gains in 2026. Risks to the outlook include potential increases in space needs due to more consistent in-office attendance and the impact of AI on job growth and demand for additional space.
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