What office space is available in Durban Central and who does it suit?

Durban Central has a broad office market, with 139 available across established city buildings and older mixed use stock. It suits firms that want a central business address near the port, banks and city offices, including professional services, head offices and satellite teams that need day to day access to the CBD.

Why do businesses target office space in Durban Central?

A Durban Central search is often about being close to the port, banks and municipal or city office functions. That makes the area practical for occupiers whose staff or clients need regular CBD access, and for businesses that value a central address in a market with plenty of office stock in circulation.

What should I check before renting an office in Durban Central?

Start with building grade, parking ratio and whether the floor plate works for your team size and layout. In Durban Central, also check fibre, backup power and building access carefully, especially in older stock. Listings such as 329 Sydney Road and 62 East Brick Lane can differ a lot in format, so compare fit and infrastructure, not just rental.

How does rent usually work for office space to rent in Durban Central?

Office rentals in Durban Central are usually quoted as a monthly rate for the space, but the final occupancy cost depends on the building and specification. Older mixed use stock and more established office buildings can price differently, so compare the rental against access, parking, layout flexibility and services like fibre or backup power.

What lease terms are typical for Durban Central offices?

Lease length varies by building and landlord, but office tenants in Durban Central should expect terms that reflect the building type, fit out needs and how long they want a central base. Head office users and professional firms often focus on enough term to justify setup costs, while smaller teams may look for more flexibility.

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360M2 GROUND FLOOR UNIT 2

329 Sydney Road

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62 East Brick Lane, 62 Florence Nzama St, South Beach, Durban

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360 sqm ground floor unit to rent in Rivertown, Durban CBD. Located at 62 Florence Nzama St, this space is suited for car servicing or li...

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17 Kosi Place, Umgeni Business Park, Durban

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This 365sqm office space to rent in Springfield Park offers a modern, open-plan layout suited to creative teams, service ...

R36 400 ex VAT /mo

R100 /m²

364 m²

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26TH FLOOR - 2601

Embassy Building, Durban Central

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R36 700 ex VAT /mo

R100 /m²

367 m²

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Embassy Building, Durban Central

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Professional 377 sqm office available now in Embassy Building, right in Durban Central. Great option if you're scaling or need client-fac...

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R115 /m²

377 m²

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3RD FLOOR - 390M2

West Tower Building

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R42 900 ex VAT /mo

R110 /m²

390 m²

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6 Intersite Avenue

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This fast food drive-thru commercial space to lease in Springfield offers strong road frontage, purpose-built access, and shared visibili...

R89 999 ex VAT /mo

R228 /m²

395 m²

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295 PROBLEM MKHIZE ROAD

295 Problem Mkhize Road

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This fantastic office in Morningside is available to rent. With a generous area of 400m2 and a gross rental of R110 per m2, this office t...

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400 m²

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76 Brand Road,

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Modern A‑Grade commercial space on Brand Road, Glenwood. Choose from 238 sqm or combine units for 429 sqm—ideal for medical, legal or fin...

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199 Peter Mokaba Rd

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This 429m² commercial office space on the second floor at 199 Peter Mokaba Road offers a strategic leasing opportunity in the heart of Mo...

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The Marine, 01 Dorothy Nyembe Street

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433 sqm commercial unit to rent in Durban CBD with harbor‑side balconies and cityscape views. Friendly intro highlights size, view, subur...

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R123 /m²

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515 King Dinuzulu Road

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500m² retail unit at 515 King Dinuzulu Road, Glenwood — ground floor, high-traffic frontage, and ready for a new tenant to make it their ...

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450 m²

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Elementary House

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Available to lease immediately, this 450m² fourth-floor office in Elementary House, Morningside, offers a versatile setup that previously...

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R67 /m²

450 m²

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Albert Lourens Park, 793 Jan Smuts Hwy, Sherwood,Durban

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This large first-floor office to let at 793 Jan Smuts Avenue in Westville offers 470 sqm. The unit consists of a welcoming reception, a n...

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R95 /m²

470 m²

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Maritime House, Durban

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490 m² office to lease on waterfront, Maritime House, Durban Central, perfect for large enterprises or accounting firms. Bright, ...

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Maritime House, Durban

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Victoria Maine, 71 Margaret Mncadi Avenue.

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Victoria Maine, 71 Margaret Mncadi Avenue.

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955 Umgeni Road

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108 Anton Lembede

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Commercial Property to Rent in Durban Central

329 Sydney Road

62 East Brick Lane, 62 Florence Nzama St, South Beach, Durban

17 Kosi Place, Umgeni Business Park, Durban

Embassy Building, Durban Central

Embassy Building, Durban Central

West Tower Building

6 Intersite Avenue

295 Problem Mkhize Road

76 Brand Road,

199 Peter Mokaba Rd

The Marine, 01 Dorothy Nyembe Street

515 King Dinuzulu Road

Elementary House

Albert Lourens Park, 793 Jan Smuts Hwy, Sherwood,Durban

Maritime House, Durban

Maritime House, Durban

Victoria Maine, 71 Margaret Mncadi Avenue.

Victoria Maine, 71 Margaret Mncadi Avenue.

955 Umgeni Road

108 Anton Lembede

Durban Central

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Standard Bank Building, 26 Metthews Meyiwa Road

Embassy Building, Durban Central

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Umgeni Business Park,35 Intersite Avenue, Umgeni, Durban

Maritime House, Durban

Durban Bay House

Delta Towers, 300 Anton Lembede St

Doone House, 379 Anton Lembede

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