How to find offices for lease?

Question

Hi everyone. Thanks in advance for all the great advice you always offer.

I'm in the market to lease a very small office (300-500sq.ft.). Based on a previous post, I've learned that I don't need an agent. My question is: since I'm in charge of locating the property, what websites do you recommend for finding available offices for lease?

I've tried Google but keep ending up on junky sites that aren't helpful.

Marc Bodinger · Answer

I agree with Jeremy that you should check the local MLS and municipal sites for more information on the property. It is a good start with regards to history and taxes. Hope this helps! Good luck!

Jason Lipovsky · Answer

Craigslist is the best given the small size of your needs.  You can subscribe to an RSS feed to recieve notifications for postings that meet your needs. Remember you can always negotiate.  Office space is in low demand and currently has high vacancies.  You can use this to your advantage to negotiate a great rate and term. Your most promising prospect will be from a sublease or a private party.  If a broker is involved in the leasing you will end up paying market rent.

Grant Hwang · Answer

There are companies that buy huge office buildings then rents out each room. I believe Regus is one of the bigger ones(I used them before). They are more expensive than the traditional route, but what I like is they have a receptionist for you and handle any office related issues for you.

In general these companies have newer buildings that are very well maintained. Also short term contracts are available.

Please note these are only available in big cities.

Andy B. · Answer

figure out what area of town you want the office to be located in and then drive that area to look for office buildings.  Most will have a sign indicating who the leasing person is for the building and you can call them to see if they have offices in your size/price range.

Jon Klaus · Answer

Loopnet

Jeremy Cyrier · Answer

Try craiglist or your local MLS system. Typically small office spaces such as the size you're seeking are listed on these two sites.

Uwe S. · Answer

Which town you looking for? After that I can give you maybe a commercial website.

-Uwe