Leasehold Offices in Waterloo

Waterloo is a vibrant central London district on the south bank of the Thames, known for its cultural landmarks such as the Southbank Centre, London Eye, and National Theatre. The area offers excellent transport connections with Waterloo station providing national and underground rail links, making it ideal for businesses seeking accessibility and visibility. Waterloo is home to professional services, creative agencies, and corporate teams seeking a prestigious and dynamic central London base. Choosing a leasehold office in Waterloo gives your business full control over workspace design, layout, and operations. Lease terms typically range from 3 to 15 years, offering stability for long-term growth. Waterloo’s commercial properties include modern office developments, riverside refurbishments, and period buildings suitable for businesses of all sizes. Tupelo Spaces assists your business in securing the right leasehold office in Waterloo, managing every step from property search to lease negotiation and move-in.

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A bright, modern co-working space with floor to ceiling windows and spiral staircase.
A bright warehouse office with exposed brick, parquet floors and sit-stand desks in banks of 8.
The waiting area of a modern office with the boardroom in the center of the office. Exposed concrete beams and exposed services.
A communal kitchen in a serviced office, painted in a calming, tone with muted colours used throughout. Stainless steal counter tops and an instant hot water tap.
The communal working space in the atrium of a managed office. A modern warehouse conversion with a floating staircase.
An open space in a serviced office, with communal working areas and event space.
An empty, cat A office space with raised floors and new air conditioning, lights and exposed brick.

What Are Leasehold Offices?

A leasehold office is a commercial space leased for a fixed term, usually between 3 and 15 years, giving your business complete autonomy over fit-out, design, and operational use.
Key benefits include:
• Full freedom to design your workspace to suit your brand and team
• Long-term cost efficiency compared to flexible options
• Consistent operations for staff and clients
• Flexibility to scale as the business growsLeasehold offices in Waterloo are ideal for organisations seeking a prestigious, central London HQ with full control over the environment.

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The kitchen in a serviced office with beer taps and original tiles.

Why Choose a Leasehold Office in Waterloo?

Excellent Transport Links

Steps from Waterloo, Waterloo East, and Southwark stations, connecting to the City, West End, and beyond.

Varied Workspace Options

From modern riverside developments to refurbished period buildings, Waterloo offers diverse commercial property choices.

Long-Term Value

Leasehold agreements provide stability and predictable costs for planning purposes.

Thriving Professional and Creative Community

Home to financial, legal, creative, and corporate teams offering networking opportunities.

Cultural and Lifestyle Appeal

Proximity to theatres, restaurants, and galleries makes Waterloo attractive for both employees and clients.

The open plan office space in a managed office. Modern planters separating the entrance to the office and the desks.

Pitfalls to Watch Out For in Waterloo Leases

• High refurbishment or fit-out costs in period or listed buildings
• Committing to space that may not suit future growth
• Overlooking lease terms like break clauses or rent reviews
• Underestimating service charges or shared building maintenance
• Ignoring riverside or planning restrictions
Tupelo Spaces guides businesses to avoid unexpected costs or operational issues.

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Who Benefits Most from Leasehold Offices in Waterloo?

Corporate HQs
Establish a long-term base with excellent connectivity across London.
Creative and Digital Agencies
Access a central, culturally vibrant location suitable for teams and clients.
Professional Services
Operate from a prestigious location near the City and Westminster.
Example
A marketing agency leased 4,800 sq ft in a riverside Waterloo development. Tupelo negotiated a seven-year lease with a four-month rent-free period, delivering a tailored layout with open-plan collaboration areas, private offices, and meeting rooms.

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The open plan office space in a managed office. Modern planters separating the entrance to the office and the desks.

Leasehold vs Serviced vs Managed in Waterloo

Office Type
Features
Best For
Serviced Offices
Ready-to-use, short-term contracts
Startups, temporary teams
Managed Offices
Flexible terms with tailored layouts
Growing teams, project-based expansions
Leasehold Offices
Full autonomy and long-term control
Established firms, professional HQs

Leasehold offices in Waterloo offer autonomy, stability, and full control over workspace design.

The open plan office space in a managed office. Modern planters separating the entrance to the office and the desks.

How Waterloo Compares to Other Areas

Compared to Southwark
Waterloo is busier, with more riverside developments and cultural landmarks.
Compared to London Bridge
Slightly more spacious, with a focus on creative and cultural sectors alongside corporate offices.
Compared to Blackfriars
Offers more cultural and lifestyle amenities, with excellent access to the South Bank and Westminster.Waterloo provides a prestigious, versatile base for businesses seeking a long-term central London HQ.

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The Tupelo Advantage in Leasehold Negotiations

Tupelo Spaces acts exclusively for tenants, providing independent advice and complete support throughout the leasing process.
Our services include:
• Access to premium and off-market leasehold offices in Waterloo
• Strategic lease negotiation to maximise incentives and flexibility
• Guidance on fit-out planning and design feasibility
• Complete management from property search to move-in

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A refurbished office space with raised floors and suspended ceilings, ready for an office fit out.
The open plan office space in a managed office. Modern planters separating the entrance to the office and the desks.

Practical Checklist Before Signing a Leasehold in Waterloo

✅ Confirm lease flexibility, including break clauses and renewal options
✅ Review service charges and maintenance obligations
✅ Assess fit-out feasibility in period or modern buildings
✅ Check planning and riverside restrictions
✅ Ensure the space supports current and future team needs

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Hear what our great customers say

“Very highly recommended and professional.”

I have used Tupelo Spaces twice to find office spaces in London and both times they have managed to find us the perfect space within budget and with all considerations accounted for.The team are great at scoping out key requirements and do all of the difficult leg work to make the process seamless and smooth.Very highly recommended and professional.

Ally Boulton, Medefer

“There was a lot of information we hadn't considered which was given to us in a clear way ”

Tupelo were incredibly knowledgeable and insightful in our property search. The diversity of the office spaces (lease/ flexi/ serviced etc) has been incredibly useful and allowed us gain valuable insight to the market and will be help us revise the specification and start from a much stronger position when we resume our search later this year. There was a lot of information we hadn't considered which was given to us in a clear way and helped us identify what it is we need.

David Chatterjee, BERA

“Helpful, focused, nice to deal with and found us an office we are very happy with”

Will Beck, New Change FX

“Would recommend for any scale up that needs new space”

“The Tupelo team were amazing at securing us our space in Farringdon. We saw over 30 properties to narrow down what we were interested in and ended up getting a great deal on an ideal space, after only a few weeks of searching. Would recommend for any scale up that needs new space that can scale with them - Adam and the team look further than just what you're looking for now and build you a sustainable plan for how you scale space in London as you grow over the coming years.”

George Davis, BVNK

“Highly recommended”

The Tupelo team worked hard to find a site offering extraordinary value for our limited budget. Highly recommended.

Joe Magrath, Rhotic Media

“Absolutely fantastic service”

“Absolutely fantastic service. Within 1 day of contact Adam had arranged 4 viewings covering all the bases that we needed. Made the effort to understand our business in detail & find the perfect space for us. Moved into our new space within a week from first contact. Cannot thank him enough & highly recommend Tupelo to others.”

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Ben Simpson

“The process was made so much easier”

“The process of finding the right office, at the right price, in the right part of London, was made so much easier through working with Tupelo. Adam and the team worked hard to understand the brief, and made the entire project more systematic and understandable, less stressful and time consuming. Many thanks.”

Philip Young, Capital Markets Elite Group

Tupelo was absolutely fantastic

Tupelo was absolutely fantastic - they made the office search painless and looked after us all along the way. Definitely five-star service!

Vanessa Ganguin, Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law

“I would not hesitate to use Tupelo again in the future”

“The team at Tupelo Spaces was a great help when I was looking for new office space for my consultancy company. They were very responsive to my brief, presented a range of options, accompanied me on visits to my shortlisted options, and helped negotiate a good deal with my chosen provider. My team and I are very happy in our new Farringdon home and I would not hesitate to use Tupelo again in the future.”

Andrew Britton, Kumi Consulting

FAQs – Leasehold Offices in Waterloo

Typically 6–12 weeks depending on lease complexity and fit-out requirements.

Rent deposit, legal fees, fit-out costs, and potentially stamp duty.

Yes, usually with landlord approval. Tupelo negotiates subletting rights.

Yes. Often provided for longer leases or when fit-out is required.

3–15 years, with 5–10 years being the most common.

Yes. Many spaces include collaboration zones and flexible layouts.

Yes. Full support from planning to move-in is provided.

Take the Next Step Toward Your Waterloo HQ

A leasehold office in Waterloo offers long-term value, full control, and a central London location with cultural and riverside appeal. Tupelo Spaces ensures your lease aligns with your business strategy and operational needs.
👉 Book your Waterloo leasehold consultation today.

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