Office Relocation Calculator
Commercial office moves are typically priced per square foot of moved space, with separate IT, furniture, fit-out, and make-ready components.
Estimated range
- Physical move (10,000 sqft @ $2–$7/sqft)$20,000 – $70,000
- IT / AV / telecom relocation$10,000 – $40,000
- Furniture install & reconfiguration$10,000 – $30,000
- Lease-termination restoration (make-ready, 3–5× move)$60,000 – $350,000
Commercial office relocation ROM. Does not include architectural/permit fees or new-lease TI allowances.
See the Dallas, Texas moving & rights guide →Move cost per sqft × area (region + COL adjusted), plus IT/AV, furniture install, optional fit-out, downtime cost, and lease-termination restoration (a multiple of the move cost).
Sources: JLL/CBRE 2025 benchmarks; published office-move surveys. Compiled August 2025.
Example estimates: low, average, high
Computed with the same model as the calculator above — not hand-written. Your own inputs will differ.
| Scenario | Estimated range | What drives it |
|---|---|---|
| 2,000 sq ft · Cleveland, OH | $18,000 – $78,000 | Small, move + IT |
| 10,000 sq ft · Dallas, TX | $104,000 – $502,000 | Mid, IT + furniture |
| 50,000 sq ft · San Francisco, CA | $8,270,000 – $21,310,000 | Large, full fit-out |
Formula & data sources
Sources: JLL/CBRE 2025 benchmarks; published office-move surveys. Compiled August 2025.
When to use this calculator
- Use this to ROM a commercial office move priced per square foot of moved space.
- Moving heavy machinery instead? Use Equipment Rigging for industrial relocation.
- Planning a new site? See Facility Build-Out for construction budgeting.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'ROM' mean?
Rough Order of Magnitude — a planning estimate (±25%), not a bid. Final pricing needs a site survey and carrier quotes.
Why is restoration included?
Most office leases require make-ready restoration at exit, calculated as a multiple of the move cost; we include it so the budget isn't understated.
Is furniture included by default?
The model includes furniture install when selected; the base move covers physical transport only. Toggle it off for move-only scopes.
How is downtime valued?
Enter expected business-hours lost; we multiply by an hourly downtime rate to surface the hidden cost of a slow move.
Are permits included?
Architectural, building, and occupancy permits are excluded — they vary by jurisdiction and are handled by your GC or landlord.