Offices
Renting an office in Casablanca: complete guide by district
Par l'équipe Palm Estates Pro8 min read
Casablanca's office market has structured itself around several distinct hubs, each with its own rent profile and ecosystem.
Casa Finance City (CFC): the premium regulated zone
CFC status grants significant tax advantages (reduced corporate tax, dividend exemptions for eligible activities). Reference rents: 250-400 MAD/m²/month (excl. VAT).
Typical profile: regional HQs of international groups, investment banks, strategy consulting, fintechs.
Marina and Casa Anfa: modernity without CFC constraints
New developments by the sea, premium finishes, modular floors. Rents: 180-280 MAD/m²/month (excl. VAT).
Maarif: the SME and startup hub
Historic core of Casablanca's tertiary sector. Mix of renovated old and new builds. Rents: 130-200 MAD/m²/month.
Sidi Maarouf: tech and service industries zone
Zone dominated by BPO, IT and service industries. Rents: 100-160 MAD/m²/month.
Hopitaux / Racine: the daily-business zone
Neighborhood-scale tertiary in converted residential buildings. Rents: 90-140 MAD/m²/month.
What to negotiate in the lease
- Lease duration and notice period
- Annual rent indexation
- Security deposit
- Initial fit-out and modification rights
- Charges allocation
- Assignment or subletting conditions
Commercial lease taxation
Tenant side: 20% VAT applies if landlord is VAT-registered, recoverable. Rent is tax-deductible.
Frequently asked questions
- How long to find offices in Casa?
- Premium zones (CFC, Marina): 2-4 weeks for 100-300 m². Above 500 m²: 1-2 months.
- Should you budget for fit-out?
- Budget 1,500-3,500 MAD/m² for standard fit-out. "Shell" floors are cheaper but fit-out is negotiated with landlord.
- What is CFC status and is it worth it?
- CFC grants preferential tax status to eligible companies with significant export activity.
Sources et méthodologie
Les médians de prix et statistiques quartier cités dans cet article sont calculés à partir de notre base de 38 000+ annonces actives agrégées en continu sur les principales plateformes marocaines (Yakeey, Sarouty). Les chiffres officiels viennent du Référentiel des prix de l'immobilier 2017 publié par la Direction Générale des Impôts. Mis à jour quotidiennement.
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