Restaurant Rent Affordability Calculator

Calculate how much rent your restaurant can sustainably afford

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Rent Affordability

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Restaurant Rent Guidelines

Industry Benchmarks

  • Target: 5-8% of gross revenue
  • Maximum: 10% (risky above this)
  • Mall locations: 8-12% + CAM
  • High street: 6-10% typical

Negotiation Tips

  • Ask for rent-free fit-out period
  • Negotiate revenue-share model
  • Lock in annual escalation cap
  • Include exit clause for first year

Hidden Costs

  • CAM charges (mall)
  • Property tax share
  • Security deposit (3-6 months)
  • Annual escalation (5-10%)

Plan Your Restaurant Finances

Use our complete startup guide to budget for all expenses.

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