Washington DC Tenant Representation — Commercial Real Estate Brokers & Agents on Your Side
Washington, D.C. · Tenant Representation
Washington D.C. Tenant Representation — Commercial Real Estate Brokers & Agents on Your Side
TenantBase matches Washington D.C. businesses with local tenant representation brokers and agents, free to use!
Washington D.C. Market Insights
What Washington D.C. Businesses Should Know About Tenant Representation
Tenant representation gives Washington D.C. businesses a commercial real estate broker or agent who works on their side of the negotiating table. TenantBase's network of independently licensed Washington D.C. commercial real estate partner brokers is built from years of experience and thousands of matches with local searches. Tenant reps can help you understand which submarkets are moving fastest, which property types are tightening, and what to think about for your specific use and business type. Whether you're searching for office space downtown, retail space along a growth corridor, industrial and warehouse space near the interstate, or medical office space close to a hospital system, our matching platform pairs you with a Washington D.C. tenant representation broker who already knows that specific market and works with businesses like yours. This can help with a comprehensive search process, more effective negotiations, and lease terms shaped by someone who is working on your behalf to get the deal.
Tenant reps in our Partner Network include these firms and designations
Avison Young
CCIM
Coldwell Banker Commercial
Cresa
eXp Commercial
Kidder Mathews
KW Commercial
Lee & Associates
Lincoln Property Group
NAI
SIOR
Transwestern
+ Independent Firms
Avison Young
CCIM
Coldwell Banker Commercial
Cresa
eXp Commercial
Kidder Mathews
KW Commercial
Lee & Associates
Lincoln Property Group
NAI
SIOR
Transwestern
+ Independent Firms
TenantBase Partner Network
Meet the Washington D.C. partner brokers serving local businesses
Every partner broker is an independently licensed real estate professional who provides tenant representation services in the Washington D.C. market.
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Start Your Match8+ yrs experienceOffice & flex focus
This advisor built a foundation in commercial real estate through industry education and program coordination before moving into brokerage, holding a dual degree in real estate and property management. They bring a research-driven approach to office, flex, and creative space transactions.
Specialty: Creative · Flex · General · Coworking — Washington D.C.
35 yrs experienceHundreds of deals
With 35 years in commercial real estate, this advisor leads a small team serving Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia across nearly every property type — retail, office, industrial, multifamily, hospitality, and religious institutions. Their team has completed hundreds of transactions and brings in-house legal expertise to every deal.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
Leasing focusInvestment sales
This advisor supports clients across commercial leasing, investment sales, and business brokerage, with a client-first approach to navigating the DC-area market.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse · Coworking — Washington D.C.
Licensed in 4 statesRetail & multifamily
A career commercial real estate professional, this advisor assists clients with retail and office leasing, multifamily investment analysis, and business brokerage. Licensed across DC, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina, they bring a well-rounded, multi-market perspective to every deal.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
10+ yrs brokerage3M+ sq ft negotiated
This advisor specializes in office and healthcare real estate, spanning both leasing and building sales, with a decade of brokerage experience focused on medical tenant representation. Earlier in her career she worked as a financial analyst on structured real estate finance, giving her a strong quantitative edge in deal analysis, and has negotiated several million square feet of medical and office space.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse · Coworking — Washington D.C.
General & medical officeResponsive service
This advisor is newly active on the platform, ready to help clients navigate the search for general office, medical, and warehouse space with a hands-on, responsive approach.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · General · Warehouse · Coworking — Washington D.C.
20+ yrs experienceLandlord & tenant rep
With over two decades in commercial real estate beginning in investment sales, this advisor now represents both landlords and tenants across office, flex, and industrial space in the Washington DC area, guiding clients through search, negotiation, and lease execution.
Specialty: Creative · Flex · Manufacturing · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
13 yrs DC metro28 yrs combined markets
With 13 years in the DC metro market and 15 years in Raleigh-Durham, this advisor brings deep dual-market expertise in retail, office, and investment properties. Their personalized approach emphasizes long-term client success across leasing, purchasing, and investment transactions.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
25+ yrs experience77M+ sq ft in projects
This advisor began his commercial real estate career in the late 1990s within a national accounts group, going on to contribute to projects totaling more than 77 million square feet. His client roster has included embassies, nonprofits, and trade associations, reflecting deep experience serving mission-driven and institutional tenants.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · General · Warehouse · Coworking — Washington D.C.
Corporate portfolio strategyMulti-site expertise
This advisor focuses on consulting office-using companies on real estate strategy, from single-location decisions to multi-site portfolios across the country. Their approach emphasizes non-transactional advisory services, occupancy strategy, and identifying maximum value and flexibility in every deal.
Specialty: Flex · General · Warehouse · Coworking — Washington D.C.
20+ yrs experience1031 & EB-5 expertise
This advisor brings over 20 years of combined experience across estate and wealth planning, commercial litigation, and real estate law to the acquisition and disposition of commercial property for domestic and international investors. Her background includes structuring 1031 exchanges and EB-5 investment projects, along with prior experience redeveloping mixed-use properties in New York City.
Specialty: Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
16 yrs experienceLicensed in 3 states
This advisor provides a broad range of commercial real estate services — for tenants, owners, developers, nonprofits, and investors — throughout the greater Washington DC metro area. Licensed across DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with 16 years of regional experience.
Specialty: Medical · Flex · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
30+ yrs experienceSuburban Maryland focus
With more than three decades as a commercial real estate agent, this advisor focuses on tenant representation throughout the suburban Maryland region.
Specialty: General — Washington D.C. / Suburban Maryland
35+ yrs experienceTenant-only practice
Active in commercial real estate since the late 1980s, this advisor has represented some of the region's largest and best-known organizations across the DC metro, Northern Virginia, and Maryland markets. He leads a tenant-only advisory practice — avoiding landlord-side conflicts of interest — staffed by senior agents focused on reducing occupancy costs and securing favorable lease terms.
Specialty: Medical · Flex · Manufacturing · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
Legal + brokerage backgroundPurchase, sale & lease negotiation
This advisor combines a background as a real estate attorney with active commercial brokerage practice, giving clients a legal and market-savvy edge in negotiating purchase, sale, and lease agreements aligned with their real estate goals.
Specialty: Medical · Storefront · Flex · Restaurant · General — Washington D.C.
Small business focusPublic safety & military background
Drawing on a varied background in public safety and military service, this advisor brings a mission-focused, solutions-oriented mindset to commercial real estate, specializing in helping small business owners find the right space to grow.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse · Coworking — Washington D.C.
Flexible workspace providerTurnkey amenities
This advisor operates a flexible workspace platform supporting entrepreneurs and growing businesses with private offices, dedicated desks, and virtual mail services. Their model emphasizes affordability, flexible lease terms, and turnkey amenities like reception support, high-speed WiFi, and meeting space access.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse · Coworking — Washington D.C.
30+ yrs experienceFlex & industrial focus
Originally formed as a general contractor in the mid-1990s, this advisor's practice has evolved to represent commercial tenants and purchasers throughout Maryland and Virginia, with particular depth in flex and industrial space alongside office, medical, and educational properties. Their team applies technology-driven space and cost analysis to match tenants with the right long-term location.
Specialty: Creative · Flex · Manufacturing · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
MBA + CCIM designationHealthcare CRE background
This advisor is an exclusive buyer and tenant representative serving the DC, Maryland, and Virginia markets, with prior experience in healthcare-focused commercial real estate. He holds an MBA and the CCIM designation, and is a military veteran who remains active in supporting the veteran community.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
10 yrs experienceCMBS & asset management background
With a decade of experience across investment sales and leasing, this advisor's background spans CMBS lending, acquisitions underwriting, and asset management at both middle-market and publicly traded investment firms. He now helps clients achieve strong outcomes across residential, office, and industrial properties.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
DC & Maryland specialistFinancing network
This advisor specializes in commercial leasing and sales throughout Washington DC and Maryland, drawing on an extensive network of financial contacts to help structure comfortable, well-timed transactions for clients.
Specialty: Creative — Washington D.C. / Maryland
Industrial & retail focusInvestment sales
A university graduate based in the DMV, this advisor focuses on investment sales alongside tenant and landlord representation, with particular strength in industrial and retail transactions.
Specialty: Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
Industrial & office focusLocal Annapolis native
This advisor applies local market knowledge to support tenants seeking industrial and office space, informed by operational experience gained in logistics and distribution roles prior to his brokerage career. He began in commercial real estate through affordable housing development and studied economics in college.
Specialty: Flex · Manufacturing · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
Founder-led practiceSecond-generation broker
Raised in Northern Virginia within a multicultural family real estate legacy, this advisor is a second-generation commercial real estate professional and founder of his own brokerage. Prior to founding his firm, he worked at several established regional real estate companies, building a career centered on acquisition and lease negotiation throughout the DC metro market.
Specialty: Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
25 yrs experienceFounded firm in 2020
This advisor founded his own commercial real estate firm after 25 years in the industry, focusing on entrepreneurial and privately-held tenants and landlords throughout the Washington DC metro area, with particular depth in the Northern Virginia submarket.
Specialty: Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
10+ yrs experience500,000+ sq ft managed
Since entering commercial real estate in the mid-2010s, this advisor has built a strong track record in retail and medical office investment sales, alongside tenant representation in industrial, office, and medical space across the Washington DC metro region. He has managed and leased more than 500,000 square feet of mixed office and retail space in the Baltimore and Fairfax areas.
Specialty: Medical · Flex · Restaurant · General · Warehouse — Washington D.C.
Emerging brokerLease & sales comps background
This advisor is an emerging commercial real estate broker who built a foundation through an internship performing lease and sales comparables, and now helps tenants identify suitable locations for their businesses.
Specialty: Storefront · Restaurant · General — Washington D.C.
Full-spectrum serviceRetail, office & industrial
Based in the Northern Virginia area, this advisor specializes in retail, office, and industrial properties, offering full-spectrum services across leasing, buying, and selling to help clients achieve their commercial real estate goals.
Specialty: Storefront — Washington D.C.
Data-driven strategyDMV market focus
This advisor helps investors, landlords, and business owners make smarter commercial real estate decisions across the DMV market, combining local market intelligence with financial analysis to guide acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and long-term portfolio strategy.
Specialty: Creative · Medical · Storefront · Flex · Manufacturing · Restaurant · General · Warehouse · Coworking — Washington D.C.
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Live Tenant Demand
Types of Commercial Space Washington D.C. Businesses Are Looking For Right Now
These businesses are using TenantBase to search for commercial space in the following categories. Retail / Storefront leads active demand at 49%, warehouse at 27%, office at 11%, flex / industrial at 10% — based on 184 active TenantBase tenant searches in Washington D.C. over the past 90 days.
Retail / Storefront 49%
Warehouse 27%
Office 11%
Flex / Industrial 10%
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High activity
Vending Machine Operator
1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively touring
Retail tenant
Wellness Studio
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively touring
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Reston
Flexible term · Lease
Actively touring
Organic Food Store
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively touring
Barbershop
500–1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively touring
Established business restaurant and food services
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Startup Community Development Organization Seeking Daycare Facility
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Retail tenant
10,000–20,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease or purchase
Meeting scheduled
Regional Convenience and Tobacco Shop
A regional convenience and tobacco shop
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Convenience Store
Specializing in convenience store operations offering snacks, beverages, and household essentials
2,000–2,300 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Purchase
Meeting scheduled
Retail tenant
Grab and go pizza spot
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Massage Therapy
250–1,200 SF
Downtown DC / Capitol Riverfront area
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Retail tenant
Potential Bakery
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Airline Ticketing Office
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease or purchase
Meeting scheduled
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Comparing options
Regional Small Business - Cell Phone Repair & Accessories
I want to open my own cell phone repair shop
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
New Small Business: Custom Cake Bakery
Specializing in baking, confectionery, and custom cake services
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Comparing options
Regional Restaurant
This regional restaurant operator
2,500–5,000 SF
Laurel
Flexible term · Lease
Comparing options
National Real Estate Development and Investment Firm
Specializing in public-private partnerships
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
New Small Business General Merchandise Retailer
A small business operator specializing in general merchandise retail
15,000–25,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Comparing options
Retail tenant
Contemporary store with my own collection of handcrafted shoes, clothing accessories and handmade items
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
Regional Small Church Ministry
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
New Pizzeria Business
NY style pizzeria
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
New Small Business: Pakistani Specialty Restaurant
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
New Small Business for Music Education & Lessons (Fredericksburg Area)
Music Education Program & School
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
Franchise Fast Food Restaurant
Specializing in biotechnology and pharmaceutical consulting
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
National Retailer
This established national retailer, specializing in seasonal goods
12,000–15,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Established Local Lash & Brow Studio
Specializing in lash extensions and brow treatments, operating a single studio for several years
500–1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Emerging Custom Apparel and Printing Retailer
Specializing in services such as custom T-shirts, screen printing, heat transfer, and embroidery
1,000–2,500 SF
Downtown DC / Dupont Circle area
3–5 yr lease · Lease or purchase
Actively searching
Retail tenant
5,000–10,000 SF
Downtown DC / Silver Spring
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Established DC Event Planning Business
An established event planning and management business, operating as a sole proprietorship since January 2011
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Exploring options
Actively searching
Retail tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Alexandria / Annandale
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
New Small Business: Cigar and Tobacco Retailer
Specializing in cigar and tobacco sales and retail, and it requires a storefront property for its retail establishment
5,000–10,000 SF
National Harbor
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
5,000–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Exploring options
Actively searching
New Small Business Seeking Pop-Up Storefront
500–1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Arlington / Bethesda
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
School Counseling Association
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Salvadorian Restaurant
Salvadorian authentic food
5,000–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Frederick / Gaithersburg area
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
European & Mediterranean specialty grocery featuring gourmet foods, boutique coffee, artisan bakery, and a small café seating area
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
African cuisine
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Private investors
5,000–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Grocery store, butcher shop
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Health and wellness store
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Purchase
Actively searching
Retail tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Regional Salon Management Company
Either child care or salon suites
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Clothing retail
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Beauty Salon
This business specializes in high-quality eyebrow artistry and facial hair care designed to enhance natural facial structure
800–900 SF
Germantown
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Retail tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Multi-State Prosthetics & Orthotics Clinic
Specializing in custom prosthetics, orthotics, and rehabilitative services
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Established Counter-Drone Technology Company
Specializing in Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) solutions like drone detection, tracking, and neutralization
5,000–10,000 SF
McLean / National Harbor area
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Customs Brokerage & Freight Forwarding Firm — Flex Space
2,500–5,000 SF
Downtown DC
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Custom Printing & Design Studio
800–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease or purchase
Meeting scheduled
Children's Sports Club
5,000–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
New Small Business
This new small business prospect
500–1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
Flex/Industrial tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Regional Home Staging and Interior Design Company
This established regional entity specializes in home staging and interior design services
5,000–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease or purchase
Actively searching
Independent Landscaping Services Provider
An independent landscaping services provider
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease or purchase
Actively searching
Government-Affiliated Entity with Church Leadership Focus
An individual associated with official government communications, with an expressed interest in church leadership
1,000–2,500 SF
Hyattsville
5+ yr lease · Exploring options
Actively searching
Flex/Industrial tenant
1,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Undisclosed Company Seeking Flex Space
5,000–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Flex/Industrial tenant
1,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Regional Company in Diverse Service Industries
This regional company operates in diverse service industries
1,000–2,500 SF
Alexandria / Arlington
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Flex/Industrial tenant
25,000–50,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease or purchase
Actively searching
Established E-commerce Fashion Accessories Retailer
Specializing in the design and online sale of unique fashion accessories like sunglasses and eyewear
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Flex/Industrial tenant
5,000–10,000 SF
Potomac / Gaithersburg area
3–5 yr lease · Exploring options
Actively searching
Flex/Industrial tenant
A little office with enough space for a medium/big desk, chair
500–100,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Flex/Industrial tenant
1,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease or purchase
High activity
Office tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively touring
Office tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively touring
Office tenant
500–1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Policy Research Group
800–1,000 SF
Hill/NoMa
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Established Regional Comprehensive Mental Health Provider
Specializing in comprehensive mental health services, including psychiatric rehabilitation programs, medication management, and intensive outpatient programs for individuals across all age groups
2,500–5,000 SF
National Harbor / Bowie
3–5 yr lease · Exploring options
Comparing options
Established International App Development Company
Specializing in mobile and web application development, UI/UX design, custom software, and IT consulting
500–1,000 SF
Adams Morgan
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Venture Capital and Growth Equity Firm
This established venture capital and growth equity firm, founded in 2004, specializes in investments across technology, media, and telecommunications sectors
50–100 SF
Bethesda
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Office tenant
2,500–5,000 SF
Downtown DC / Alexandria area
2–3 yr lease · Purchase
Actively searching
Unidentified Business Entity Seeking Office Space
This business entity
5,000–10,000 SF
Georgetown / Georgetown
5+ yr lease · Lease or purchase
Actively searching
Undeclared Business Seeking Shared Office Space
The requirement is for a co-working or executive suite space
200–375 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Established D.C. Professional Services Firm
Specializing in professional services or personal ventures and currently utilizing a registered agent address
500–1,000 SF
East End
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Prospective Deal - Company Details Unknown
500–1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
New Small Business in Sales & Distribution
A small business, potentially a new venture, operating within the sales and distribution sector
500–1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Regional Government Affairs & Procurement Consulting Firm
Specializing in government affairs, lobbying, and business development
500–1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Office tenant
500–1,000 SF
Alexandria
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
New Washington D.C. Public Affairs and Strategic Communications Firm
An emerging public affairs and strategic communications firm, founded in 2021, advises clients on business, policy, media, and culture
200–375 SF
Adams Morgan / Dupont Circle area
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Office tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Exploring options
Actively searching
Office tenant
50–100 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Psychological Counseling Practice
350–1,025 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Children's Education Center
Physical Therapy Studio
350–1,025 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Office tenant
350–1,025 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
High activity
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
High activity
Multi-state Wine & Spirits Importer and Distributor
This entity operates as a multi-state importer and distributor of wine and spirits
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively touring
Automotive Tires
central heating, parking
2,500–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively touring
Integrated Resort Operator
An established integrated resort operator, specializing in hospitality, gaming, entertainment, and resort services
25,000–100,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively touring
Warehouse tenant
Metal fabrication
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively touring
Regional Youth Athletic Training Facility
Youth sports new org 12 feet of ceiling height
1,600–5,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Regional Water Treatment & Sustainable Solutions Provider
Specializing in water quality assessments, design, installation, and maintenance of treatment systems for commercial, industrial, and residential clients
5,000–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
General Contractor
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Construction Company - Chantilly
General Contractor
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Purchase
Meeting scheduled
Warehouse tenant
Event Production
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Established European Automotive Repair Shop
European Auto repair shop
1,200–2,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Waste vegetable oil collection
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
National Professional Association Seeking Warehouse Space
A national professional association has been prompted to provide further details regarding their warehouse space needs
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Laurel
Flexible term · Lease
Comparing options
Event Planning Company
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Comparing options
Religious Organization
Up to 1,000 SF
Laurel / Upper Marlboro area
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
Warehouse tenant
religious center
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
Religious services
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Comparing options
Logistics Company
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Theatre Arts - Gainesville
10,000–20,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Purchase
Actively searching
Last Mile Logistics Company
An entity operating a basic social networking/blogging platform
10,000–25,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
This business is a 501c3 nonprofit organization
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
10,000–25,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
Commercial custom cabinetry
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
5+ yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
automotive related products
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Pathology Services
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Established Regional Residential & Commercial Flooring Provider
Specializing in the sales and installation of various flooring types including hardwood, carpet, laminate, vinyl, and tile for residential and commercial clients
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Purchase
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
We are a certified company that does on-site repair work. We have contracts with Dc & Fed gov to repair fleet vehicles
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
1–2 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Ice Cream Shop
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
Size TBD
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Purchase
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
Up to 1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
Party decor and supplies
1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
10,000–25,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Actively searching
Warehouse tenant
2,500–10,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
Flexible term · Lease
Meeting scheduled
Medical tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Washington D.C. metro
3–5 yr lease · Exploring options
Meeting scheduled
Growing National Corporate Wellness & HR Consulting Firm
Specializing in mental well-being, diversity, equity, and inclusion, leadership development, and strategy consulting
500–1,000 SF
Downtown DC / Capitol Riverfront area
2–3 yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Emerging Music Production & Live Event Studio
Specializing in live music events, DJing, and music production
500–1,000 SF
Washington D.C. metro
< 1-yr lease · Lease
Actively searching
Medical tenant
1,000–2,500 SF
Silver Spring
3–5 yr lease · Lease
FAQ
Common Questions About Washington D.C. Tenant Representation
How much does office space cost in Washington, D.C.?
TenantBase's Q2 2026 Washington D.C. market report doesn't publish an average office rent per square foot or a specific office vacancy percentage — it only describes the office market qualitatively, noting elevated overall vacancy alongside strong competition for premium space built after 2010, with landlords offering larger tenant improvement allowances and rental concessions on Class B buildings. A Washington D.C. partner broker can pull current asking rents for the specific submarkets and building classes you're considering.
How much do retail, warehouse, and industrial space cost in Washington D.C.?
TenantBase's Q2 2026 Washington D.C. market report doesn't publish an average rent per square foot or vacancy percentage for retail or industrial/warehouse space either. It describes neighborhood-center retail vacancy as historically low and DMV-region industrial fundamentals as structurally tight — supported by e-commerce fulfillment and logistics demand — without quantifying either one. A Washington D.C. partner broker can get you current asking rates for the specific submarket and space type you need.
What type of commercial space is most in demand in Washington D.C.?
Retail / Storefront leads active tenant demand in Washington D.C. at 49%, followed by warehouse at 27%, office at 11%, and flex / industrial at 10%, based on 184 active TenantBase tenant searches tracked over the past 90 days. Medical space makes up the remainder.
What Washington D.C. submarkets does TenantBase cover?
TenantBase's partner brokers cover Washington D.C.-area submarkets including Georgetown, Downtown D.C., Capitol Riverfront, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, Hill/NoMa, Arlington, Alexandria, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Potomac, McLean, Reston, and National Harbor, across office, retail, industrial, warehouse, and medical property types.
What lease terms are most common for Washington D.C. tenants?
Lease-term preferences vary by property type as of Q2 2026, per TenantBase's Q2 2026 Washington D.C. market report: D.C. office tenants most often sign short, under-1-year terms (58.33% of searches), warehouse tenants lean toward 3–5 years (31.25%), and retail tenants tend toward the longest commitments at 5+ years (33.96%) — reflecting differences in build-out costs and how quickly each space type turns over.
How much office space do I need per employee?
Plan on roughly 150–250 square feet per employee for a standard mixed layout: dense, open floor plans run 100–150 SF per person, while spacious or private-office-heavy layouts run 250–350 SF per person. A 10-person team typically needs about 1,500–2,500 SF. A Washington D.C. partner broker can help you right-size before touring so you don't pay for space you won't use.
How long does it take to find commercial space in Washington D.C.?
Timelines vary by property type and size, but most Washington D.C. tenants move from initial search to signed lease in roughly 60–120 days when working with a dedicated tenant representation partner broker.
What does a tenant representation broker do in Washington D.C.?
A Washington D.C. tenant representation broker works exclusively for a business searching for commercial space — surveying the local market, touring options, and negotiating lease terms on the tenant's behalf, rather than the landlord's. This is different from a listing agent, who represents the landlord and is focused on leasing one specific building; a tenant rep has no incentive to favor any one property.
How do I find office space in Washington D.C.?
The fastest way is to work with a Washington D.C. tenant rep who already tracks available office inventory across submarkets like Downtown D.C., Dupont Circle, and Capitol Riverfront — they can surface options that fit your size, budget, and timeline faster than searching listings alone.
Do I need a broker to lease commercial space in Washington D.C.?
You're not required to use one, but a tenant representation broker works exclusively for you — not the landlord — and typically costs you nothing, since landlords already budget for the leasing commission. TenantBase connects you with a Washington D.C. partner broker who handles tours, comparisons, and negotiation on your behalf at no cost.
Is tenant representation free for businesses?
Yes. Tenant representation typically does not have a direct cost to the business — brokers are compensated by the landlord at lease signing, so working with a TenantBase partner broker is free for the tenant.
What is TenantBase, and how does it work?
TenantBase is a technology platform built for commercial tenants. It pairs a searchable, broker-sourced database of office, retail, industrial, warehouse, and medical space with a network of independently licensed local partner brokers — you browse available Washington D.C. space by property type and submarket, get matched with a local partner broker, tour the spaces that fit, and get support through negotiation and signing, all at no cost to the tenant.
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