Manhattan office leasing sees strongest gains in 20 years
Manhattan office leasing has experienced its strongest growth since 2002, driven in part by the expansion of AI firms.
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Manhattan office leasing has seen its best first half of a year in 24 years. This surge in activity is returning control to landlords and reducing the availability of sublease space.
Coverage from CNBC and Bisnow emphasizes that these gains are the strongest since 2002. The New York Post specifically attributes the disappearance of sublease space to the needs of AI firms, while The Real Deal is tracking the top leases signed in June 2026.
Future developments depend on the continuing demand from AI companies and the stability of the current leasing trends throughout the remainder of the year.
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Quick answers
How significant are the current gains in Manhattan office leasing?
According to CNBC and Bisnow, this is the strongest gain in 20 years and the best first half for NYC offices since 2002.
What is impacting the availability of sublease space?
The New York Post reports that sublease space is disappearing thanks to AI firms.
Who is gaining leverage in this market?
Bisnow reports that the current leasing trends are putting landlords back in control.
Coverage (5)
- News CoStar · 1h ago
- Manhattan sublease space disappearing thanks to AI firms New York Post · 1h ago
- New York City’s top office leases in June 2026 The Real Deal · 1h ago
- Best First Half For NYC Offices Since 2002 Puts Landlords Back In Control Bisnow · 1h ago
- Manhattan office leasing sees strongest gains in 20 years CNBC · 1h ago broke it first
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