Leasing Commercial Space in Czech republic: A Guide for Businesses Seeking Logistics and Production Facilities
🟣What Is Considered "Commercial Space"?
The term commercial space refers to a wide range of non-residential properties used for business purposes. This includes warehouses, production halls, logistics centers, service facilities, as well as showrooms, offices, and administrative spaces that are directly connected to or support the company’s operations.
In the real estate and industrial context, these spaces are designed for manufacturing, storage, distribution, operations management, and day-to-day business activity. Unlike residential properties, they are tailored to meet specific technical and operational requirements.
Due to the rapid growth of e-commerce, automotive suppliers, and demand for flexible supply chains, there is increasing interest in modern commercial space across the Czech Republic.
🟣 Where is the Highest Demand for Commercial Leases Today?
The strongest demand is seen in regions with excellent transport accessibility, proximity to highways, and available workforce. Key hotspots include:
🏢 Offices
- Prague and surrounding areas
The highest rents in the country, but also the broadest selection of diverse office types (central business districts, coworking spaces, offices outside the core). Strong demand for modern and easily accessible buildings. - Brno
A key hub for development, research, and innovation. Stable demand from IT, tech, and outsourcing companies. Attractiveness supported by a strong university infrastructure. - Pilsen
Increasing demand among smaller tech firms and companies linked to the German market. Strategic location near the D5 motorway and the German border.
📦 Warehouses
- Prague and surrounding areas
The largest industrial and logistics market in the country. Very low vacancy and high rents. Ideal for companies needing proximity to the capital and excellent access to the D1 and D5 motorways. - Ostrava
Strong industrial tradition, located near the Polish and Slovak borders. Growing demand supported by new build-to-suit (BTS) projects. - Pilsen
A key region for logistics towards Germany. Home to large industrial parks and established infrastructure. Stable and ongoing demand. - Brno
Strategic location between Prague, Bratislava, and Vienna. An evolving warehouse market, especially attractive for e-commerce, logistics, and high value-added manufacturing.
🟣What Types of Commercial Space Do Companies Seek?
Businesses are most commonly seeking:
Warehouse space for lease from 1,500 to 15,000 m²
Production halls designed for space- and infrastructure-intensive technologies
Distribution and cross-dock centers enabling quick goods handling
Combined-use units with pick-up zones and minor service areas
Office and administrative space within or adjacent to the industrial site – ideally with fit-out flexibility or expansion potential
In some cases, coworking spaces for flexible teams, start-ups, or temporary project bases
Modular units that allow for fast adjustments or future expansion within the site are also in demand. ESG standards and access to modern technologies, including automation and sustainable energy solutions, are playing an increasingly important role in tenant decision-making.
🟣What Factors Influence Commercial Lease Agreements?
Location: Determines transport efficiency and logistics costs
Technical features: Floor load capacity, ceiling height, number of loading docks
Flexibility and expansion: Potential to adapt the space to future needs
Rental price: For warehouse and industrial space, rents in Prague range from €7.00–7.25/m²/month, and in regional markets between €5.25–6.50/m²/month;
Office space, especially in Prague, commands significantly higher rents—commonly €25–30/m²/month depending on location and standard
Availability of ESG solutions: BREEAM certification, solar panels, energy efficiency
🟣Why Lease with iO Partners?
With iO Partners, you gain access to one of the broadest selections of commercial real estate in the Czech Republic, including up-to-date opportunities for leasing various types of commercial space.
We assist clients in finding strategically located units, negotiating lease terms with developers, identifying grant or incentive opportunities, and ensuring a smooth transaction and operational start.
➡️ Choose from our current offer of warehouses in Prague, Pilsen, Kolin, Kladno, Liberec, České Budějovice, Ostrava, Brno Pardubice or anywhere in the Czech Republic. We will find you a warehouse at the best price, production space at the lowest cost or other non-residential space to suit your needs.
Looking for office space? Explore our current offer of offices in Prague, Brno, Pilsen, Ostrava, Olomouc and České Budějovice or anywhere in the Czech Republic. We'll help you find representative office space in the best locations and at the most favourable conditions, whether you need a corporate headquarters, satellite office, or flexible workspace tailored to your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is the difference between commercial and industrial space?
Commercial space is a broad term covering all non-residential properties—such as warehouses, production halls, offices, showrooms, and service units. Industrial space is a subcategory of commercial space, referring exclusively to facilities designed for production, storage, or logistics.
In other words: every industrial space is commercial, but not every commercial space is industrial.
- Are commercial spaces suitable for smaller companies?
Yes. There are units available from approximately 500 m² up to 20,000+ m² BTS halls.
- Are incentives available for leasing?
In certain regions—especially in brownfield revitalization areas or via CzechInvest programs—yes.
- How quickly can I start operations?
Move-in-ready units are usually available within 1–3 months. For BTS developments, allow 6–12 months depending on the scope.