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Oude Westen, Rotterdam
Cs Kwartier, Rotterdam
De Admiraal
De Admiraal
Struisenburg, Rotterdam
Adriaan Volkerhuis
Adriaan Volkerhuis
Struisenburg, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Stadsdriehoek, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Weena 290
Weena 290
Cool, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Willemswerf
Willemswerf
Stadsdriehoek, Rotterdam
Blaak House
Blaak House
Stadsdriehoek, Rotterdam
Delftse Poort
Delftse Poort
Cs Kwartier, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Agniesebuurt, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Coolse Poort
Coolse Poort
Cool, Rotterdam
Stationsplein 18 A
Stationsplein 18 A
Cs Kwartier, Rotterdam
Agniesebuurt, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Agniesebuurt, Rotterdam
Dockworks
Dockworks
Waalhaven, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Rotterdam The Mark
Rotterdam The Mark
Rivium, Rotterdam
De Rotterdam
De Rotterdam
Kop van Zuid, Rotterdam
Hofplein 20
Hofplein 20
Stadsdriehoek, Rotterdam
Rotterdam Airport
Rotterdam Airport
Zestienhoven, Rotterdam
Oosterflank, Rotterdam
Hillesluis, Rotterdam
Centrum-Oost, Zoetermeer
Broekpolder, Rijswijk
Lansinghage-Oost, Zoetermeer
Binckhorst, Den Haag
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€/sqm per year
Rotterdam's prime office market surged from €165 to €290/m²/year (+76%). Growth remained steady until 2019 (+18% over four years) driven by regular economic expansion. COVID-19 caused a slowdown in 2020-2021 as uncertainty and remote work dampened demand, yet fundamentals held. Sharp acceleration from 2022 onwards (+15% in two years) reflects rising interest rates increasing capital values and a structural shift toward A-grade space as hybrid working models took root. Post-2024 momentum intensified (+25% in two years): acute shortage of modern, high-quality office stock in Rotterdam's core markets, combined with improving business conditions and constrained new supply, pushed rents significantly higher.
Miquel van Dongen
Tech Director
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Source: CBS Kerncijfers wijken & buurten
Number of establishments
Rotterdam stands as the Netherlands' second-largest city with over 670,000 inhabitants and a robust economic foundation built on 107,710 business establishments. The city thrives as a major economic hub, with its character distinctly shaped by substantial sectors: zakelijke dienstverlening (business services) dominates with 28,485 vestigingen, followed by significant presence in government, education and healthcare (19,540 establishments), trade and hospitality (16,450), and manufacturing and energy (16,130). This diverse sectoral mix—anchored by logistics, port-related industries, and a burgeoning services economy—creates a vibrant, multifaceted business environment where commercial real estate remains central to daily operations across numerous industries.
For prospective tenants and investors, Rotterdam presents compelling advantages rooted in its demographic and economic fundamentals. The city commands a working population of 344,240 professionals with a net labour participation rate of 67%, ensuring a steady supply of skilled and semi-skilled workers across sectors. Average income per resident stands at €33,100, reflecting moderate purchasing power throughout the metropolitan area. This combination makes Rotterdam particularly attractive for logistics operators and distribution centres leveraging its port infrastructure, while the strong services sector creates sustained demand for modern office space; retail and hospitality businesses benefit from consistent local consumer spending and the city's growing recreational appeal.
CBS dataset: 85984NED · Last updated: June 29, 2026
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Rotterdam offers competitive office rentals at approximately €209 per m² annually, with premium segments ranging from €310 to €360 per m². The Rotterdam office market started 2026 strongly, driven by robust demand for modern, sustainable office space in accessible locations. With a vacancy rate around 5.8%, the market remains tight, making quality and location paramount for tenants seeking functional workspace.
Rotterdam is experiencing significant demand for office space, particularly in the city centre and prime locations. Office take-up in the first quarter of 2026 reached 13,000 m², supported by companies of various sizes seeking viable alternatives to scarce availability in Amsterdam and Utrecht. Organisations increasingly prioritise sustainability and proximity to transport hubs—areas where Rotterdam is gaining traction. The city attracts growing businesses relocating for better value and flexibility compared to saturated markets in other major Dutch cities.
Simultaneously, renovation and transformation of older office stock remains a key dynamic. Market demand concentrates on modern, energy-efficient units in central locations, while outdated premises face pressure. This creates a dual-market structure: premium locations with strong tenant interest and higher rents, alongside differentiated stock requiring repositioning or transition.
Rotterdam is easily accessible by car via highways A15, A16, and A20. Central Station connects seamlessly to all major Dutch cities and European destinations. Public transport is comprehensive, with metro, tram, and bus networks serving the city. Many office locations lie near Blaak or Central Station. The city centre and Kop van Zuid feature modern office buildings with diverse amenities—restaurants, co-working spaces, and leisure facilities—allowing professionals to integrate work, collaboration, and relaxation.
Renting office space in Rotterdam offers flexibility at lower cost than Amsterdam, with considerably more availability and shorter lease terms than competing major cities. Many landlords provide flexible arrangements, particularly for growing or experimental businesses. Additionally, you benefit from a thriving city with a diverse, multidisciplinary talent pool and stable economic fundamentals. Rotterdam's openness to innovation and sustainability makes it attractive to startups and scaling companies seeking room to expand.
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At a glance
Office space for rent in Rotterdam: 28 properties. Largest supply in Cool, Stadsdriehoek and Cs Kwartier. Typical rent €290 per m² per year (2026). 68% of listings carry energy label A or better.
