Although national MOB rents have remained mostly flat over the past four years—rising just 0.1% in Q1—performance varies widely by market. Thirteen metros posted year-over-year rent increases above 5%, with some exceeding 7%. This growth is especially pronounced in secondary, expansion-focused markets.
Demand for medical office buildings is being fueled in large part by the continued expansion of outpatient and ambulatory care, increasing the need for surgery centers, urgent care facilities, and specialty clinics.
Healthcare organization and design leaders share trends and industry shifts that had the biggest impact in 2025. The sector pursued growth and innovation while contending with economic volatility, escalating construction costs, uncertain funding, and ongoing workforce shortages.
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