Phoenix Class A is currently flat with 23.4% headline vacancy — trophy is structurally tighter than the broader market suggests.

  • Headline vacancy: 23.4%; trend flat.
  • Cycle is bifurcated: trophy is tight; secondary Class A and Class B are loose.
  • Construction pipeline is largely visible 36–60 months ahead.
  • Use cycle position to time renewal vs. relocation decisions.

Phoenix Class A market cycle position

Phoenix Class A is currently flat with 23.4% headline vacancy — trophy is structurally tighter than the broader market suggests.

TL;DR

  • Headline vacancy: 23.4%; trend flat.
  • Cycle is bifurcated: trophy is tight; secondary Class A and Class B are loose.
  • Construction pipeline is largely visible 36–60 months ahead.
  • Use cycle position to time renewal vs. relocation decisions.

Read the bifurcation

Phoenix's broad Class A index reads 23.4% vacancy and trends flat. That headline masks a real bifurcation — trophy product (Camelback Corridor) is structurally tight; older Class A and Class B carry the long tail. Cycle decisions should be made at the submarket and tier level, not at the headline.

Time your decision

For occupiers up at renewal: a softening market favours staying or relocating to better-quality stock at attractive terms. A tightening market favours early renewal and locking in expansion options.

Key facts

cityPhoenix
countryUnited States
regionAmericas
classARentLocal34 USD/sqft/yr
classARentUsd$34/sqft/yr
vacancy23.4%
typicalLeaseYears7
typicalRentFreeMonths12
submarkets5
primeYieldPct7.2%

Frequently asked questions

Where is Phoenix Class A in its cycle?
Headline trend is flat with 23.4% vacancy. Trophy is structurally tighter than the index suggests.

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