How much does office space cost in Australia?

Sidespace's live listing data for October 2026 shows a serviced office costs a median $705 per desk a month in Melbourne up to $1,000 in Sydney, all-inclusive; commercial office space costs a median $970 per m² a year in Melbourne up to $1,305 in Brisbane, gross (rent plus outgoings).

Office space in Australia is priced two very different ways. Serviced and flexible offices are quoted as an all-inclusive monthly rate, one bill covering the desk, internet, furniture, meeting rooms and amenities, that scales with team size and location. Traditional commercial leases are quoted per square metre per annum, with the tenant covering fit-out and outgoings over a 3 to 5 year term.

Because quoting conventions vary (net versus gross, all-inclusive versus base rent), the most reliable way to compare is to look at real listings side by side. The table below reflects current Sidespace availability in each major city and updates as the market moves. For the national picture on flexible & serviced space (total supply, operator counts and the full price spread), see The Sidespace Flex Office Index.