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Analysing the ROI feasibility of office-to-residential conversions

Daily Commercial News September 17, 2025 1 min read
Construct Connect Canada
Analysing the ROI feasibility of office-to-residential conversions
AI Article Summary

The report from Cushman & Wakefield highlights that the average vacancy for commercial office space in Canada was 17.2% in the second quarter of 2025. This figure, although slightly better than the previous year, still surpasses pre-COVID levels, despite the increasing momentum of the return-to-office movement. The article explores the feasibility of converting these vacant offices into residential spaces as a potential solution.