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SPIKE IN CONCESSIONS OFFSETS JUMP IN TAKING RENT
Takeaway
The average value of concessions soared to $129/sf during 2017, offsetting a slight increase in taking rent, and causing a 7.8% decline in tenant effective rent to $39.47. Much of the Class A space remaining in Lower Manhattan is priced well above $60/sf. Consequently, any reduction in effective rent in 2018 will be sparked primarily by further increases in concessions.