Q1 2026 Office Outlook - OrangeTee/Realion Research
by Realtor Ray
Tenants: Time to Plan Ahead!
Executive Summary: OrangeTee’s parent research arm Realion Research published the 1Q 2026 key stats for the Office real estate sector.
Caption: Exterior view of Bugis Tower, a landmark in the Beach Road/Ophir-Rochor corridor.
Key Highlights
- Stable demand for premium spaces: Demand for higher-grade office spaces is expected to remain stable throughout the year
- Continued investment activity: The market will be supported by a lower interest rate environment, which will continue to underpin investment activity
- Sustained “flight-to-quality”: Occupiers will continue to prioritize newer, higher-specification buildings to improve workplace quality and enhance their corporate positioning
- Highly limited new supply: Very few new office completions are anticipated, with Shaw Tower being the only major addition expected in the second quarter of 2026
- Gradual rent and price increases: The tight supply pipeline will likely give landlords more pricing power, leading to a gradual uptick in rents Realion Research projects CBD Grade A rents to grow by 3% to 4% and the URA Price Index for the Central Region to increase by 1% to 2% in 2026
Key Office Indicators for Q1 2026
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*Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes.