Market Guide
San Jose, CA Commercial Real Estate Guide
Commercial real estate guide for San Jose, CA.
San Jose, CA
Current
Quick Facts
San Jose market quick facts
City
San Jose
CA
County
Santa Clara County
Regional market context
Population
1,827,643
City population context
Buildings
75
Example buildings in Rofo data
Common Space Types
4
Office Space, Retail Space, Industrial Space, Coworking Space
Nearby Markets
8
Santa Clara, Campbell, Los Gatos
Market Overview
Commercial real estate in San Jose
San Jose, CA is a local commercial real estate market in Santa Clara County where businesses can compare space needs by location, property type, and fit. Common space types include office space, retail space, industrial space, coworking space. Rofo currently includes 75 example buildings for this market. Nearby markets such as Santa Clara, Campbell, Los Gatos can also be useful to compare.
Office Market Snapshot
San Jose Office Market Snapshot
San Jose sits within the broader Silicon Valley office market, where technology, AI, and innovation tenants continue to shape demand. Tenants often compare Downtown San Jose, North San Jose, Santana Row, and nearby Silicon Valley markets based on talent access, commute patterns, and building quality.
Average Rent
$58–$68/SF/YR
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Typical Silicon Valley asking rent
Availability
Balanced to elevated supply
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Improving demand in quality buildings
Market Trend
Selective growth market
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Tech and AI demand supporting activity
Notable Areas
Downtown San Jose
North San Jose
Santana Row
South San Jose
Common tenant search areas
Office rents vary widely across Silicon Valley depending on building quality, location, and proximity to major technology employers.
Availability is more balanced than in some large coastal markets, with better-quality buildings seeing stronger tenant interest.
Tenants should compare San Jose with nearby Silicon Valley submarkets and pay close attention to commute patterns, parking, and long-term flexibility.
Space Types
Commercial space types in San Jose
Office Space in San Jose
Office space can work for professional services, client-facing teams, administrative users, and companies that need private workspace.
View office space in San Jose Read the office space guideRetail Space in San Jose
Retail space can work for storefronts, restaurants, service businesses, wellness operators, and customer-facing brands.
View retail space in San Jose Read the retail space guideIndustrial Space in San Jose
Industrial space can work for warehouse users, logistics operations, light manufacturing, service trades, and distribution needs.
View industrial space in San Jose Read the industrial space guideCoworking Space in San Jose
Coworking space can work for flexible teams, remote workers, startups, and businesses that want shorter-term workspace options.
View coworking space in San JoseNearby Markets
Nearby commercial real estate guides
Compare nearby market guides if you are flexible on location, commute, space type, or building fit.
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Example buildings in San Jose
Space Planning
What size commercial space do you need?
Most businesses start by estimating team size, operational needs, customer access, storage needs, and future growth. If you are unsure, compare a few size ranges before narrowing the search.
- Under 1,000 sqft can work for smaller teams, service businesses, or focused local operations.
- 1,000-5,000 sqft often fits growing businesses that need a practical mix of work, customer, or support areas.
- 5,000+ sqft is usually evaluated around layout, operational flow, and future expansion needs.
Next Steps
We can help you find space in this market
Share the type of space, size range, and timing you are considering, and Rofo can help you evaluate San Jose or nearby commercial real estate markets.
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Tell us what you need
Help us understand your space, timing, and priorities—we’ll point you in the right direction.
Type of space
Office, retail, industrial, flex, or coworking
Size or team
A rough range or headcount is enough
Location
Your target area or nearby options
Timeline
Now, soon, or just exploring
GET HELP
Find the right space for your business
Tell us what you need — we’ll follow up with a few spaces that fit.
FAQ
San Jose commercial real estate FAQ
How do I find commercial space in San Jose?
Start by defining the type of space, approximate size, preferred location, and timing. Rofo can help compare available options in San Jose and nearby markets.
What types of commercial space are available in San Jose?
San Jose has guide or inventory coverage for office space, retail space, industrial space, coworking space. Availability varies by property and timing.
Can Rofo help me compare nearby markets?
Yes. Rofo can help compare San Jose with nearby markets such as Santa Clara, Campbell, Los Gatos.
How does Rofo connect me with local options?
Share what kind of space you need, your target market, and approximate size. Rofo reviews the request and helps identify relevant next steps.