How does Intelligent Office Cost Compared to Doing It Myself?

Published by Intelligent Office Denver (Denver Tech Center)

August 20, 2025

5 min read

Modern professionals engaging in a business discussion at an intelligent office environment.

 

Cost Comparison: Traditional Setup vs. Intelligent Office 

 

Service Traditional Office Setup Intelligent Office Membership 
Full-Time  

Receptionist  

$3,000–$4,500/month plus taxes & benefits 200 minutes included of live answering Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm (Larger plans are available)  
   
Average Office Lease $1,200–$3,000/month  Included as on-demand use  

(Office and conference rooms on an hourly, monthly or annual basis) 

   
Furnishings & Equipment $3,000–$10,000 upfront cost for furniture, desk, phone, etc. Professionally furnished space included 
   
Utilities & Internet $200–$500/month Included 
   
Mailbox/Business Address $50–$100/month Prestigious business address and mail service included 
   
Phone Answering Software/Lines $50–$150/month Included 
   
Total Monthly Cost $4,500 – $8,000/month $850/month 
Annual Cost $54,000 – $96,000/year $10,200/year 

 

 

Bottom Line:

 By using Intelligent Office, you save $3,650 to $7,150 a month, or up to $85,800 a year, compared to hiring a full-time receptionist and maintaining a traditional office. 

And you still get: 

  • Live answering during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8am–5pm) 
  • A prestigious business address and mailbox 
  • Access to professionally furnished office and meeting rooms 
  • Zero hiring, overhead, or long-term lease commitments 

 

 

Perfect For: 

  • Small businesses and solo professionals 
  • Startups avoiding heavy overhead 
  • Remote-first teams wanting a polished business presence 
  • Lawyers, consultants, financial advisors and more