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US office forecast steadies with solid leasing, minimal added supply

CoStar's new outlook reflects demand prospects remaining positive
Strong first-quarter leasing volume in major U.S. markets such as Charlotte, North Carolina, shown here, is a positive sign for office demand in 2026. (Thaddeus Rombauer/CoStar)
Strong first-quarter leasing volume in major U.S. markets such as Charlotte, North Carolina, shown here, is a positive sign for office demand in 2026. (Thaddeus Rombauer/CoStar)
CoStar Analytics
April 28, 2026 | 8:35 P.M.

U.S. office vacancy retreated further in the first quarter to 14%, and CoStar's latest forecast calls for it to hold near this level through 2026 before beginning a slow, sustained decline beginning next year.

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