How can you choose the most suitable office among the vast number of business centers?
What added values can different business centers offer?
The rise of business centers, co-working spaces, and shared offices in Taiwan has brought convenience to business owners. These facilities offer conference rooms, private meeting areas, storage spaces, dedicated secretaries, etc., helping businesses save setup costs and bring actual economic benefits.
Business centers not only provide flexible lease options but also meet the diverse needs of enterprises. However, rental differences between business centers can be confusing.
This article will explore the rental factors of business centers to help you find the most suitable office space.
The chart below shows what’s included in a business center’s rent—some aspects you may not know about:
What services are included in the business center’s rent? Why is it the best support for continuous business growth? What causes rental differences between centers?
Location, style, flexible lease terms, shared facilities, added value, low setup costs, utility charges—all are key to rental differences.
1.Location / Surrounding Business Districts:
Offices located in premium areas can enhance a company’s competitiveness.
Busy city centers often serve as convenient transportation hubs and are usually situated in prime locations, surrounded by restaurants, banks, gyms, and other facilities. Proximity to public transport such as subways and buses improves employees’ convenience and satisfaction, reduces commuting time, and leaves a positive impression on partners—making them more likely to visit in person and increasing the chances of closing deals.
2.Business Center Style:
The styles of business centers vary and can bring different working atmospheres depending on design, layout, and functional needs.
Simple, bright designs with neutral colors emphasize a professional image and high efficiency. When combined with industrial elements, they can inspire creativity for industries like architecture, design, and the arts.
Incorporating greenery, natural lighting, and wooden furniture helps improve employees’ physical and mental well-being. Combined with various zones such as conference areas, rest lounges, and dining areas, a comfortable working environment is created—ultimately enhancing employee satisfaction and productivity.
((Image Source: Hanse Song Gao Premium Center))
3.Flexible Lease Terms: Flexible lease durations are ideal for startups or businesses expanding to new locations.
High-end business centers offer a variety of services and facilities, giving clients numerous options. Lease terms can be customized based on the company’s specific needs, allowing the management team to adjust office space as the budget and business scale grows or shrinks. Tenants can still enjoy full access to public areas regardless of office size.
4.Shared Facilities: Premium business centers offer various public facilities, and some even provide exclusive merchant discounts for members.
Top-tier business centers come with high-definition conference room AV equipment, suitable for internal meetings, seminars, product launches, or workshops. Tenants also save time and effort on snack and beverage orders, as business centers provide daily refreshments, drinks, and freshly brewed coffee.
(Image Source: Hanse Song Gao Premium Center)
Offices are equipped with high-speed internet, telephone systems, and access control, reducing labor and setup costs.
Employee rest areas and private phone booths are also thoughtfully designed. With double soundproofing, staff can fully relax during breaks.During holidays or special events, if companies want to host activities to enhance team bonding, premium centers offer hotel-style lobbies, secretarial staff, and visual design teams to assist with planning. All the company needs to do is provide the budget, and the center handles the rest.
((Image Source: Hanse Song Gao Premium Center)
5.Added Value / Secretarial Services: High-end business centers enhance the tenant experience and work efficiency.
The secretaries at Hanshin United Business Center help with daily operations and ensure smooth package and mail handling. Based on their extensive service experience, secretaries can assist with almost any task, striving to deliver excellence in service.
(Image Source: Hanse Xinyi Center)
6.Low Setup Costs: Are there risks with low-cost business centers?
The risks depend on personal preferences. What’s the difference from high-end business centers?
- No public spaces or lobbies – visitors must enter the office directly, reducing privacy.
- No access control system – though easier access, corporate information is at greater risk with uncontrolled traffic.
- No secretarial services – no dedicated staff to maintain the space, unclear usage guidelines, hygiene concerns, and delayed repairs.
- Non-premium business locations – inconvenient transport and longer commuting times.
(Image Source: Hanse Gao Fong Center)
Business Center Rental Prices – What’s the Market Rate?
What price is considered cheap, and why are some more expensive?
Taipei’s Xinyi, Daan, and Songshan Districts are known for high office building density. In premium office zones, the rental rates are approximately:
Taipei Business Center Rent Comparison
- Xinyi District: NT$20,000–25,000 per person; NT$60,000–100,000 for 3–4-person offices.
- Daan District: NT$13,000–17,000 per person; NT$39,000–68,000 for 3–4-person offices.
- Songshan District: NT$12,000–16,000 per person; NT$36,000–64,000 for 3–4-person offices.
In Taichung, the 7th Redevelopment Zone, West District, and South District have a high concentration of office buildings. Business centers or co-working spaces in these areas generally have the following rental ranges:
Taichung Business Center Rent Comparison
- 7th Redevelopment Zone: NT$7,000–9,000 per person; NT$21,000–40,000 for 3–4-person offices.
- West District: NT$4,000–8,000 per person; NT$14,000–36,000 for 3–4-person offices.
- South District: NT$3,600–6,500 per person; NT$10,800–26,000 for 3–4-person offices.
Even within the same district, rent can vary greatly. This reflects the differences in amenities and business scale offered by each business center.
There are many unique shared offices emerging in central Taiwan, each with its own characteristics. Hanshin United Business Center also has a location on Taiwan Boulevard in Taichung’s West District. It’s recommended for businesses to visit in person to fully evaluate if the space suits their needs.
(Image Source: Hanse Gao Fong Center)
(Image Source: Hanse Gao Fong Center)
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