| Use | TI cost ($/SF) |
|---|---|
| Office (standard) | $50–$150 |
| Retail / higher finish | $75–$200 |
| Medical / dental / lab | $175–$400 |
| Restaurant | $100–$285+ |
TI allowance (what a landlord contributes, distinct from TI cost): office ~$10–$100/SF, retail ~$10–$250/SF, restaurant ~$100+/SF. The tenant pays the gap between the allowance and actual cost — always model "effective rent" including TI amortization. [TI benchmark data, 2026]
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