Commercial Lease Calculator
Calculate commercial lease costs, rental rates, and agent fees for office and retail spaces
Calculate Commercial Lease
Total area of the commercial space
Landlord pays all operating expenses
Base rent per sqft per year
Length of the lease agreement in years
Rental Agent Fee (Optional)
Percentage of annual rent paid to agent
How many years the agent fee applies
Lease Cost Results
Formula: Annual Rent = Area × Rate per sqft
Calculation: 0 sqft × $0.00 = $0
Example Calculation
Retail Space Triple Net Lease
Area: 2,500 sq ft retail space
Base Rent: $25 per sq ft per year
Operating Expenses: $8 per sq ft per year
Lease Duration: 5 years
Agent Fee: 6% for first 2 years
Calculation
1. Total Rate = $25 + $8 = $33 per sq ft per year
2. Annual Rent = 2,500 × $33 = $82,500
3. Monthly Rent = $82,500 ÷ 12 = $6,875
4. Total Lease Cost = $82,500 × 5 = $412,500
5. Agent Fee = $82,500 × 6% × 2 = $9,900
Lease Types
Gross Lease
Landlord pays all operating expenses
Single Net (N)
Tenant pays property taxes
Double Net (NN)
Tenant pays taxes + insurance
Triple Net (NNN)
Tenant pays taxes + insurance + maintenance
Typical Rates (per sq ft/year)
Rates vary significantly by location and market conditions
Lease Tips
Compare total occupancy costs, not just base rent
Understand what expenses you'll be responsible for
Factor in CAM (Common Area Maintenance) charges
Negotiate rent escalation clauses carefully
Understanding Commercial Leases
What is a Commercial Lease?
A commercial lease is a rental agreement for business properties like offices, retail spaces, warehouses, or restaurants. Unlike residential leases, commercial leases often require tenants to pay additional expenses beyond the base rent.
Key Components
- •Base Rent: The foundation rental amount
- •Operating Expenses: Additional costs for property operations
- •CAM Charges: Common area maintenance costs
- •Agent Fees: Commission paid to real estate brokers
Calculation Formula
Annual Rent = Area × Rate per sq ft
Where Rate = Base Rent + Operating Expenses (for net leases)
Agent Fee Formula
Agent Fee = Annual Rent × Fee % × Fee Duration
Pro Tip: Always calculate the total occupancy cost including all expenses to compare different lease options effectively