Aix-Marseille business real estate: navigating a market of contrasts
The business real estate market within the Aix-Marseille-Provence metropolis is currently undergoing a period of highly contrasted dynamics.
According to the latest data compiled by ImmoStat and FNAIM local, overall commercialized surfaces are showing a generalized decline, with one significant and notable exception: the logistics segment.
Office and industrial premises: a slowdown in demand
Office space demand sees significant contraction
For businesses seeking office space in Aix-Marseille, the market reveals a distinct deceleration. In the third quarter of 2025, only 13,529 m² of office space were leased, marking a substantial 61% decrease compared to the same period in 2024.
Over the first nine months of the year, the cumulative demand reached 77,876 m², representing a 15% reduction year-on-year. This persistent slowdown is indicative of continued caution from companies regarding their needs for tertiary surfaces, set against an uncertain economic backdrop.
Business and industrial premises also register decline
The segment for general business premises and light industrial units has similarly recorded a notable downturn. In the third quarter, 13,493 m² were placed, which is a 33% contraction year-on-year.
Since January, the total volume stands at 53,965 m², showing a 32% decrease compared to 2024. This trend further confirms a broader deceleration in regional industrial demand, impacting businesses looking for such commercial property in Aix-Marseille.
Logistics sector: unprecedented growth and opportunities
In stark contrast to other sectors, logistics property in Aix-Marseille is experiencing an exceptional performance. A remarkable 69,828 m² of warehouse space was leased during the third quarter, an astonishing 833% increase compared to Q3 2024. For the entirety of 2025 (year-to-date), this segment totals 191,446 m², a significant 93% progression.
This robust dynamism is primarily fueled by the continuous development of e-commerce and the strategic importance of finding key locations in the South of France. For businesses actively searching for warehouse space to rent or new logistics centers in a rapidly expanding market, Aix-Marseille stands out as a prime location.
Investor prudence and market outlook
On the investor front, a sense of prudence also prevails. The total investment volume for Q3 2025 settled at 62 million euros, a steep 79% decline from the previous year. Since the beginning of the year, committed amounts have reached 130 million euros, a 69% decrease.
This historically low level of investment reflects a tightening of financing conditions and a lack of clear visibility on the overall market. Businesses considering long-term leases or acquisitions should be aware of these broader market sentiments.
Source: mesinfos.fr
