How it works
Enter Team Size
Tell us how many people you need space forβitβs that simple.
See Your Savings
Our calculator shows your estimated monthly and annual savings instantly.
Choose Your Workspace
Explore coworking memberships that fit your needsβand budget.
Why Coworking Beats Traditional Leasing in San Diego
San Diegoβs commercial real estate market is competitiveβand expensive. Traditional office leases often lock you into multi-year contracts, require large deposits, and come with hidden costs like utilities, internet, cleaning, and maintenance.
Coworking flips the script. With Downtown Works, you get flexible month-to-month memberships, all-inclusive pricing, and access to fully furnished, beautifully designed spaces in prime locations. Whether you’re a solo founder or managing a growing team, coworking allows you to scale up or down without hassleβor overhead.
Plus, coworking eliminates the time and effort spent managing an office. No more dealing with service providers, furniture setup, or repairs. Just show up, plug in, and focus on what matters: growing your business.
Why choose Downtown Works?
Flexible Terms
Month-to-month plans that scale with your business.
All-Inclusive Amenities
Meeting rooms, internet, printing, and moreβall included.
Premium Locations
Offices in Mission Valley, Downtown San Diego, Carlsbad, Pacific Beach, and beyond.
Inspiring Spaces
Designed to be a cross between a tech campus and a 5-star hotel.
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How accurate is the Workspace Cost Savings Calculator?
The calculator uses real-world averages for traditional office costs like rent, utilities, internet, janitorial services, and amenities. While your specific numbers may vary slightly, the estimates are designed to reflect realistic savings. Click on the “How did we calculate these numbers” section for more information.
What costs are included in the coworking estimate?
Our coworking estimates include everything from high-speed internet and printing credits to meeting room access, snacks, coffee, and cleaning services. These are bundled into one predictable monthly rateβno surprises.
Can I use this calculator for any team size?
Yes! The calculator supports team sizes from solo professionals to enterprise-level groups. For teams over 30, we recommend contacting us directly for a custom enterprise plan.
How does coworking save money compared to a traditional lease?
Coworking eliminates upfront deposits, utility bills, maintenance, and long-term contracts. You only pay for what you need, and your membership includes all the essentialsβsaving you both time and money.
Contact our team, and they will assist you in finding the best solution for your requirements.
Can I bring my team to tour the space before committing?
Absolutely. Weβd love to show you around. Use the βSchedule a Tourβ button to book a time that works for you.
What happens if my team grows or shrinks?
Downtown Works offers flexible plans that can scale with your team. Whether youβre hiring or downsizing, we make it easy to adjust without penalties or disruptions. Another reason why coworking is superior.
Are meeting rooms included in the membership?
Yes, all members receive monthly credits for meeting room usage. You can easily book more time if needed at our normal rates.
Is everything truly included, or are there any hidden fees?
There are no hidden fees. Everything listedβincluding internet, cleaning, printing credits, and refreshmentsβis part of your membership
What locations can I choose from?
We currently have locations in Mission Valley, Downtown San Diego, Carlsbad, and more. Each location offers the same high standard of service and amenities.
We also have a partnership with over 150+ spaces around the world which gives you access to each space 5 times per year per location. For more information or to view those locations visit LeXC.
Is there a long-term commitment required?
Not at all. Most of our plans are month-to-month, giving you the flexibility to stay as long as it makes sense for your business.
For our Private Offices, we offer discounted rates for longer term agreements.
Still Comparing Options?
Weβve done the homework for you. See how Downtown Works stacks up against other coworking providers in San Diego β including WeWork, Spaces, Industrious, and more.
See why we are the #1 coworking space in San Diego.
Disclaimer: The figures displayed are illustrative estimates only. Traditional office costs are based on industryβstandard space allocations and expense assumptions for the selected market. Downtown Works pricing shown is an estimate and may not reflect the actual rate available for the location or number of employees you choose. All amounts are subject to change and do not constitute a quote or offer. Please contact Downtown Works for an exact proposal.
COWORKING vs TRADITIONAL OFFICE SPACE
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Coworking or shared office space is designed to support productivity and can be a more affordable option for many small businesses, startups and larger companies looking for more flexibility.Β With a frequent change of people in the space; your team will never get bored and feel excited about coming into the workspace every day. Our office space comparison tool will show you exactly how much you can save by switching to Downtown Works! So when the question becomes coworking vs traditional office space? Coworking is the answer 9/10 times.
Coworking vs Traditional Office Space? Coworking 9/10 times.
Why us? It’s simple. A shared flexible workspace provides an endless supply of networking opportunities by working alongside different professionals with different backgrounds and across a variety of industries. This can help identify new business opportunities to help you grow.
Downtown Works offices include numerous amenities such as high-speed internet, reception areas, access to meeting rooms, kitchen facilities and many more. General office maintenance is also included and managed by the on-site team which allows Downtown Works members to focus on growing their business.
Coworking spaces can be more affordable and accommodate every professionalβs needs. Downtown Works offers flexible short-term and long-term contracts, allowing you to re-evaluate your office space as frequently as you may need to.
ABOUT THIS CALCULATOR
As a business owner, overhead is your worst enemy. Having the option of flexible office space gives you the advantage of efficiency by allocating your cash resources intoΒ more productive investments in your business. Not having to come out of pocket with large expenses such as deposits, tenant improvements, long term contracts (that could go into the liability column of your balance sheet) are definite advantages.
This calculator converts your monthly rent and utilities expenditure into a per-person basis so you can compare how a traditional lease (with it’s long term commitment) could be detrimental to your cash flow. Having the flexibility of expanding and contracting at will makes coworking or shared office space on a per person basis a no brainer!
HYBRID WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS
Unlock a new level of flexibility for your team. Simple floor plan booking, collaborative scheduling, weekly planning, workplace analytics, and a complete hybrid work management solution β all within your private office and member portal.