Determining the cost of leased space per unit area involves dividing the total rental cost by the area of the space. For example, a 1,000 square foot office rented for $2,000 per month would cost $2 per square foot.
This metric provides a standardized measure for comparing leasing costs across different properties, regardless of their size. This comparison allows for informed decisions, facilitating cost-effective property selection and efficient resource allocation. Historically, this standardized measure emerged with the increasing complexity of commercial real estate markets, aiding transparency and enabling more sophisticated market analysis.