A simple office space calculator which will give you a quick idea on how much space you require and what sort of rental price you need to budget for.
Choosing the correct office size is one of the most critical decisions when renting office space in Malta. Leasing too small restricts productivity and future growth, while leasing too large increases operational costs unnecessarily. The Office Space Calculator by OfficeSpace.rent helps businesses determine the ideal square metre requirement based on team size, office layout, and working style.
Please note:
Final results are only an approximate indication and may vary from office to office.
The final prices in the sheet indicate the approximate budget of an unfurnished office space.
Do contact us with your results and requirements. We will do our best to offer any offices available within your specifications.
Office rentals in Malta are priced per square metre per annum. Even small miscalculations can result in thousands of euros in additional annual rent. Accurate office size planning allows businesses to:
Control rental budgets
Improve staff comfort and productivity
Optimise layouts for collaboration or privacy
Plan for future growth without relocating
The OfficeSpace.rent calculator bridges office design and real market pricing, helping tenants avoid costly mistakes.
Different office layouts require different space allowances per employee. Selecting the correct layout is the foundation of accurate office sizing.
Open-plan offices remove internal walls to create shared working environments. This layout is extremely popular in iGaming, fintech, and tech companies, especially in areas like Gżira, Ta’ Xbiex, and St Julian’s.
Typical allowance:
8–12 sqm per employee
Best suited for:
Collaborative teams
Fast-growing companies
Flexible working environments
Even in open-plan offices, shared facilities such as meeting rooms, phone booths, and breakout areas must be included. The calculator automatically accounts for these.
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Gżira office space and
Ta’ Xbiex offices
Partitioned layouts provide semi-private workstations using panels or glass dividers. These layouts are common for customer support teams, finance departments, and administrative offices.
Typical allowance:
10–14 sqm per employee
Best suited for:
Confidential operations
Call centres
Structured workflows
Additional circulation space is required for aisles and storage. The calculator factors this in automatically.
Private office layouts consist of enclosed rooms for managers or specialised roles. These layouts support focus, confidentiality, and a strong corporate image.
Typical allowance:
12–20 sqm per person
Best suited for:
Corporate headquarters
Legal and advisory firms
Executive teams
The calculator allows different room sizes for executives, meeting rooms, and support areas.
Activity-based offices allow staff to move between focus zones, collaboration areas, and informal meeting spaces. This layout supports hybrid and flexible working models.
Typical allowance:
6–10 sqm per employee (plus shared areas)
Best suited for:
Hybrid teams
Agile organisations
Innovation-focused companies
The calculator balances shared and individual space to avoid overcrowding.
Hybrid layouts combine open-plan desks, private offices, and shared collaboration areas. This is currently the most requested setup across Malta.
Typical hybrid allocation:
Open-plan desks: ~10 sqm per person
Private offices: ~15 sqm each
Shared areas: 20–30% of total space
For example, a 20-person team typically requires 260–280 sqm in a hybrid office.
👉 Explore hybrid-friendly buildings in
Mrieħel office space and
Central Malta offices
The following elements significantly affect total office size:
Employee roles and working style
Desk size, storage, and ergonomic needs
Number of meeting rooms and boardrooms
Kitchen, breakout, and welfare areas
Planned business growth
The OfficeSpace.rent calculator integrates all these factors to provide a realistic size estimate.
Because office rent in Malta is charged per sqm, size accuracy directly affects cost. Typical 2026 market benchmarks used in our calculator include:
St Julian’s / Sliema: ~€250+/sqm
Gżira / Ta’ Xbiex: ~€230+/sqm
Mrieħel CBD: ~€170+/sqm
Central & peripheral areas: €120–€180+/sqm
A miscalculation of just 25 sqm in St Julian’s can increase annual rent by over €6,000.
Buildings such as Portomaso, Mercury Towers, and Quad Central command premium rates due to:
24/7 security and reception
High-speed elevators
International-grade infrastructure
Strong brand address value
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Seafront offices in Sliema, Gżira, and St Julian’s attract higher rents due to:
Limited availability
Recruitment and retention benefits
Lifestyle-driven demand
👉 Browse Sliema seafront offices
Grade A (+20%) – Raised flooring, VRV cooling, premium finishes
Grade B (Baseline) – Modern, finished, move-in-ready offices
Grade C (-15%) – Functional, value-focused properties
Selecting the correct grade ensures alignment with brand image and operational needs.
Does office rent include CAM fees?
No. Common Area Maintenance fees are charged separately and typically range between €20–€50 per sqm annually.
What are typical lease terms in Malta?
Most office leases include a fixed period of 2–3 years, followed by a notice-based termination period.
How much deposit is required?
Usually between 3 and 6 months’ rent.
OfficeSpace.rent specialises exclusively in office real estate in Malta. Our calculator, guides, and listings are based on real transactions, not generic assumptions.
By using OfficeSpace.rent, businesses benefit from:
Accurate office size planning
Location-specific rental intelligence
Expert guidance across all Maltese commercial zones
One of the largest curated office portfolios in Malta
Whether you are searching for offices in St Julian’s, Sliema, Gżira, Mrieħel, Birkirkara, or central Malta, correct space planning is the foundation of a successful office move.
Use the OfficeSpace.rent Office Space Calculator to align office size, layout, and rental cost — before committing.
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