Office spaces in the Helsinki metropolitan area

The Helsinki metropolitan area is by far Finland’s largest office market. Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa collectively provide a broad supply from which an office space can be found to suit practically any need: a prestigious address in the city centre, a modern property near the airport, or a cost-effective solution along the ring roads.

We assist in finding the right premises throughout the entire Helsinki metropolitan area, and our service is free of charge for tenants seeking space.

How do the office districts in the Helsinki metropolitan area differ from each other?

Choosing a city is no longer as straightforward as before. Many companies that previously automatically sought premises in Helsinki now also consider Espoo or Vantaa, due to their staff's residential locations and customer flows spreading over a wider area.

Helsinki

Helsinki is the backbone of the office market in the capital region. The supply is the largest and most diverse, and public transport accessibility is at its best, being excellent. In addition to the city centre, Hakaniemi, Ruoholahti, Pasila and Kalasatama have become established attractive alternatives where the price level is significantly more moderate than the centre. Helsinki is best suited for companies whose staff come from various directions or for whom the address is important.

Espoo

The office market in Espoo revolves around two areas. Keilaniemi offers a prime location by the sea for international companies, while Leppävaara provides a more versatile choice for tenants of all sizes, adjacent to the Sello shopping centre and the railway station. Rent levels are generally lower than in Helsinki city centre, and the metro provides excellent connections in both directions.

Vantaa

Vantaa is an undervalued office location. Aviapolis, adjacent to the airport, has developed into a significant office district serving especially companies for whom daily air connections are essential. Tikkurila offers a practical alternative near the rail link. Office rents in Vantaa are generally the most affordable in the Helsinki metropolitan area.

How to Choose the Right City?

When choosing a city location, start by considering three questions: where the staff will come from, where the customers will come, and what is the budget.

The location of an office directly affects commuting times and how attractive the employer is on the recruitment market. If most staff live to the west, Espoo is a natural choice. If personnel come from various areas, Helsinki city centre or Pasila work best, and Vantaa is suitable when employees come from the northern metropolitan area or further afield.

Customer flows should be considered with equal care. If customers mainly come from Helsinki, a Helsinki address is practical. If customers are international or frequent flyers, Aviapolis might be a better location than any other in the Helsinki metropolitan area.

Budget ultimately determines a great deal. Broadly speaking, Helsinki city centre is the most expensive, Vantaa the most affordable, and the difference can be significant annually, especially if large amounts of space are needed. Many companies find a good compromise in Helsinki's inner office districts such as Hakaniemi or Ruoholahti, where the price-quality ratio is often better than in the city centre.

Comparison of office rents in the Helsinki metropolitan area

Price levels vary significantly depending on location and property quality. The following figures are indicative:

• Helsinki, city centre: €30–45/m²/month
• Helsinki, Hakaniemi, Ruoholahti, Pasila: 22–32 €/m²/month
• Helsinki, more affordable areas (Pitäjänmäki, eastern Helsinki): €14–20/m²/month
• Espoo, Keilaniemi: €28–40 /m²/month
• Espoo, Leppävaara: 18–30 €/m²/month
• Vantaa, Aviapolis: €20–32/m²/month
• Vantaa, other areas: €15–24/sq m/month

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