How Much Does it Cost to Rent Office Space in Scotland?
Compare prices on office space and coworking desks across Glasgow, Edinburgh & Aberdeen in Scotland.
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This page explains what offices in Scotland cost, and why. The Scotland listings themselves - 139 of them, as at September 2026 - are on the Scotland hub, broken down by city.
Market Summary
The median private office in Scotland is £309 a desk a month, on live listings as at September 2026, across 139 offices in three main markets. Glasgow and Edinburgh are within a few pounds of each other; Aberdeen is materially cheaper. The chart below tracks how the national rate has moved: between about £280 and £350 a desk every month since 2022.
Finding a New office is Easier than Ever
When it comes to selecting an office space for your business, the decision is not one to take lightly. Whether you're in search of a private or shared workspace environment located near Glasgow's bustling city centre - or somewhere more low-key on its outskirts - there are many factors that come into play when deciding just where and how much you pay each month per person.
Fortunately, Rubberdesk can make this process easier by providing businesses with up-to-date availability and pricing data so they can compare different locations based on their budget needs. With hundreds of turnkey offices available nationwide for teams under 50 people, let us help make finding the perfect home base effortless!
At a macro level, the median private office in Scotland is £309 a desk. We do not list enough coworking anywhere in Scotland to quote an honest median for a shared desk - if that is what you need, tell our team and we will come back with the options.
| Median Office Rate Per Person | Flex Floorspace Available (sq ft) | Available Desk Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| £309 | 59,976 | 1,434 |
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About Scotland's Flex Office Market
- It Starts with Location
- Fixed vs Flexible Terms
- Monthly vs Yearly Terms
- Fully Managed vs Commercial Office Space
- Coworking vs Private Office
- Demand for Current Workspace Types
- How do you calculate the cost of office space?
- How much does a flexible office cost by office size?
- How much does a flexible office cost by office operator?
- Frequently Asked Questions about Serviced Offices in Scotland
- How much does it cost to rent office space in Glasgow?
- How much does it cost to rent office space in Edinburgh?
- How much does it cost to rent office space in Aberdeen?
It Starts with Location
Whether your business is located in Glasgow, Edinburgh, or Aberdeen, you'll likely find rents for office space to be higher in the city's central business district than others outside city limits. While an office in Glasgow's CBD is a bargain compared to rents in Central London, savvy firms can still snag sought-after office space - with potential savings running into thousands per month by comparing rates across all regions.
Aberdeen is the cheapest of the three at £250 a desk, with Glasgow at £353 and Edinburgh at £350.
Fixed vs Flexible Terms
Long-term commercial rental agreements have, until recently, forced companies to sign away 5-10 year commitments with no room for growth or contraction - potentially ill-fitting the needs of their business. Recent years however have highlighted just how quickly circumstances can change and short-term leases are now being seen as a viable option that keeps businesses agile in uncertain times.
In the past, businesses were tethered to long-term leases for office spaces. But with today's dynamic startup culture and advances in coworking services, now you can commit as much or little time as needed based on your own plans and requirements! Whether it is a year at once or a month-to-month agreement, companies of all sizes have freedom when creating their strategic space occupancy plan. Whatever your plans, there are options to fit a business of any size without taking too big a risk.
Monthly vs Yearly Terms
Need office space fast? Flexible workspaces are the way to go. Forget hefty upfront costs and long-term bonds: you can choose between a month-to-month agreement or a yearlong commitment, and a longer term usually brings a lower monthly rate or a rent-free period, so it is always worth asking what is on offer.
Fully Managed vs Commercial Office Space
The flexible and serviced office market has come a long way since its inception, providing businesses with various choices for their needs. Fully managed operators offer all-inclusive packages including desks, chairs, and even showers at an affordable cost - perfect if you want to quickly settle in without the hassle of extra costs or lengthy commitments. On the other hand, commercial office space often requires longer leases but comes with additional perks such as access to dedicated lobbies that could add value when entertaining clients. Choose wisely!
Private Office vs Coworking
Though most coworking spaces offer single desks in open-plan settings, the majority of flex space available is private and fully serviced. Scotland's flexible market is very much one of small suites: offices for teams of 15 or fewer make up nearly nine in ten (89%) of the offices we list and close to two thirds of the floorspace.
Offices for 50 or more people are limited: they hold about 7% of the available floorspace today, down from 17% a year ago. Depending on where demand sits, larger floors are often carved into smaller suites, which is part of what makes flexible space flexible.
How do you Calculate the Cost of Office Space?
For traditional office leasing, rent is calculated based on the annualised price per square foot and multiplied by the size of the space to give a net annual rent. On top of the rent, there are also outgoings and taxes which must also be paid by the tenant. For a prime city office 800 sq. ft. unit with a £45 sq. ft. net rent, the monthly rent for an office in Glasgow's city centre comes out to £3,000 per month (800 x £45 / 12 + VAT), on top of which are outgoings for building management, electricity, Internet, etc, which are not always fixed.
By contrast, the flexible office space calculation is much simpler and typically based on the desk capacity of the office. If for example, each desk in a private office costs £425 per person, the cost for a 6-person office is simply £2,550 (£425 x 6 = £2,550 per month + VAT). Flexible office rental typically includes credits towards meeting rooms and printing facilities, but for heavy users of either, there are options to have these services included. Of course, in addition to the office space and desks comes access to common areas such as kitchens, meeting rooms, washrooms, and other amenities such as showers and even secure bike racks.
When you rent a traditional office, the fit-out and amenities don't come free - plus chances are good that it includes extra space that your business may not need. With flexible workspaces, however, there's no overpayment: just an economical chance to get only what your team really needs while enjoying all sorts of extras which could previously have been too expensive or limited in scope.
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How Much Does Flexible Office Space Cost by Office Size?
Office rental costs depend on a variety of factors like location, amenities, nearby transport links, and economic trends. Comparing office spaces regionally provides an insight into market prices - however, these can shift quickly depending on supply and demand. To ensure you are getting the most competitive deal use experts such as Rubberdesk who work hard to find your perfect workspace at the best possible value!
Across Scotland, rates run from £295 a desk for a 1-4 person office to £400 for a 16-25 person office. Larger floors are scarce enough here that we do not quote a median above that size.
Scotland Serviced Office Operators
Like many services in business, office space comes in many different varieties often defined by location, quality of the building, and amenities. At the affordable end, Citibase runs cost-effective offices in Aberdeen and Edinburgh at £180 a desk, while IWG, the largest operator in Scotland, and Clockwise sit at around £286 to £300. Orega and The Boutique Workplace Company come in at around £360 to £415, and at the top end Cubo, MOTA and WeWork run at £580 to £700 a desk. The chart below ranks the operators we list by their current median rate.
When it comes to selecting an office operator, diving into the features won't always give you a good sense of their vibe. Take WeWork and Regus (IWG) for example; while one may be chill with a casual atmosphere, the other could have a more traditional corporate flair. To truly get acquainted with your options we recommend taking some time out of your day to tour each space and find which works best for you!
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Glasgow's Office Space Summary
Serviced office space in Glasgow runs at a median of £353 a desk a month, across 48 offices. Glasgow has no coworking listed with us, so a single desk is not something we can price here - a small private office for one or two is usually the closer fit.
| Median Office Rate Per Person | Flex Floorspace Available (sq ft) | Available Desk Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| £353 | 20,034 | 491 |
Glasgow's median is £353 a desk, on live listings as at September 2026. Alongside Edinburgh it is one of the two largest Scottish markets by number of offices, and the one where a team of twenty has the most realistic chance of finding something.
Cost of Glasgow Office Space by Office Size
Glasgow is home to many serviced office providers, like Clockwise, Orega, The Boutique Workplace Company and Cubo, who offer fully-furnished spaces for entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses. IWG's Regus centres offer the widest choice of cost-effective offices along with business support services. No matter the size of your company or ambition, Glasgow has an innovative solution at hand!
As Scotland's largest city, Glasgow carries more choice than the others: £314 a desk for a 1-4 person office and £400 for a 16-25 person office. Beyond that size the market thins out quickly.
| Location | 1-4 Desks | 5-10 Desks | 11-15 Desks | 16-25 Desks | 26-50 Desks | 50+ Desks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow | £314 | £314 | £450 | £400 | £400 | - |
Available Office Space in Glasgow, Scotland
19 Person External Private Office | 488 Sq. Ft.
120 Bothwell Street Glasgow, G2
Private Office in Glasgow for up to 4 Desks
20-23 Woodside Place Glasgow, G3
20 Person Office Available | 669 Sq. Ft.
8:01, 8:02, Level 8, 77 Renfrew Street Glasgow, G2
4 Person Private Office | 220 Sq. Ft.
10:13, Level 10, 77 Renfrew Street Glasgow, G2
Private Office for up to 22 People with Balcony
2 West Regent Street Glasgow, G2
Private Internal Office for up to 16 People | 414 Sq. Ft.
120 Bothwell Street Glasgow, G2
Edinburgh's Office Space Summary
Edinburgh runs at £350 a desk on flexible terms of one to twenty-four months, within a few pounds of Glasgow and well above Aberdeen. It is not the cheapest Scottish city, whatever its reputation - Aberdeen is, at £250.
| Median Office Rate Per Person | Flex Floorspace Available (sq ft) | Available Desk Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| £350 | 24,659 | 599 |
Edinburgh holds up well against the other Scottish markets, at a median of £350 a desk a month across 53 offices.
Cost of Edinburgh Office Space by Office Size
Edinburgh is a burgeoning business hub, and Citibase, Clockwise, Office Space in Town and IWG are the serviced office providers with the most choice for a smaller team, while Cubo, MOTA and WeWork cover the higher-specification end. Each offers flexible working solutions, with fully-furnished private offices as well as co-working spaces for individuals or teams of any size. Meeting rooms provide an ideal environment for presentations and networking events while virtual offices keep things professional without committing you to physical space. The first group suits a small team well: a 1-4 person office in Edinburgh runs at £293 a desk and a 5-10 person office at £285. Above ten desks the choice here narrows sharply, and it is worth starting that search earlier.
| Location | 1-4 Desks | 5-10 Desks | 11-15 Desks | 16-25 Desks | 26-50 Desks | 50+ Desks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | £293 | £285 | £670 | £620 | £580 | £699 |
Available Office Space in Edinburgh, Scotland
8 Person Private Office
Office 74:3-06, 84 Commercial Street Edinburgh, EH6
31 Person External Private Office | 1,000 Sq. Ft.
40 Princes Street Edinburgh, EH2
6 Person Private Office
84 Commercial Street Edinburgh, EH6
Private Office in Edinburgh for up to 12 People | 513 Sq. Ft.
The Bidding Suite, 22 Queen Street Edinburgh, EH2
8 Person Private Office
Office 74:3-08, 84 Commercial Street Edinburgh, EH6
Private Offices in Edinburgh for up to 8 People with Private Kitchenette | 399 sqft
The Charlotte Suite, 22 Queen Street Edinburgh, EH2
Aberdeen's Office Space Summary
In Aberdeen, serviced office providers Citibase, IWG, neoworx and Orega offer businesses an affordable way to stay agile. Businesses of any size can take full advantage of the flexibility these spaces provide with fully-furnished offices and meeting rooms plus virtual services at a cost that won't break the bank. A start-up can be in professional space in Aberdeen from £222 a desk for a 1-4 person office, which is the cheapest entry point of any city in this guide. We do not list coworking in Aberdeen, so a small private office is the practical option for one or two people.
| Median Office Rate Per Person | Flex Floorspace Available (sq ft) | Available Desk Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| £250 | 15,083 | 340 |
Aberdeen is the cheapest Scottish market at £250 a desk a month, across 36 offices.
Cost of Aberdeen Office Space by Office Size
Aberdeen suits a small team: £222 a desk for a 1-4 person office and £250 for a 5-10 person office. It is a small market, and above ten desks there is little listed.
| Location | 1-4 Desks | 5-10 Desks | 11-15 Desks | 16-25 Desks | 26-50 Desks | 50+ Desks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | £222 | £250 | £269 | £175 | £333 | - |
Available Office Space in Aberdeen
9 Person External Private Office | 348 Sq. Ft.
114, The Capitol Building, 431 Union Street Aberdeen, AB11
Private Office in Aberdeen for up to 6 Desks
1 Berry Street Aberdeen, AB25
Private Office in Aberdeen for up to 4 Desks
1 Berry Street Aberdeen, AB25
5 Person Internal Private Office | 187 Sq. Ft.
406, The Capitol Building, 431 Union Street Aberdeen, AB11
Private Office for up to 8 People | 362 Sq. Ft.
H1 Hill of Rubislaw Anderson Dr Aberdeen, AB15
34 Person External Corner Suite Private Office | 1,365 Sq. Ft.
103, The Capitol Building, 431 Union Street Aberdeen, AB11
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Everything above is the market in aggregate. The individual offices behind it, 139 of them as at September 2026, are on the Scotland hub, city by city. Tell us what you need and we will come back with a shortlist.
