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Last Updated Dec. 22, 2024

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Survey of Dock High Warehouse for Sale - Chicago Metro
Dock-High Warehouses for Sale in Chicago
Dock High Warehouse for Sale - Chicago Metro Area
What Else Are People Searching For - Dock-High Warehouse?
Next Steps - Chicago Metro Area
What if I have a Property or Space I'd Like to List for Lease, Rent or Sale?
What if I'm a Broker with a Requirement from a Valued Client that I Can't Service?
Other Chicago Metro Search and Information Pages

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Survey of Dock High Warehouse for Sale - Chicago Metro

Survey Items - examples of dock high warehouses for sale we've discovered in the Chicago Metro Area.

For more about this, see our Survey/Survey Item Description Article for a contextual description of Surveys and for what they are used.

There are 18 surveys for Dock High Warehouse for Sale the Chicago Metro Area available. Showing only the latest 12.

Survey Item 1 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Park Forest, IL
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Minimum: 16 Maximum: 24 Total Square Feet Actual: 123600
Further Description	* 123,600 SF Building Area * 7.50 AC Lot Size * 16-24 FT Clear Height * 7 Dock-High Doors * 3 Grade-Level Doors * Freezer (Space) * Built 1960 / Renovated 2001 * Sale - Investment or Owner User This property offers a total of 123,600 square feet of building area on a 7.50-acre lot, available for investment or owner-user purchase. Built in 1960 and renovated in 2001, the facility includes 80,116 square feet of industrial and cold storage warehouse space, along with a 23,000-square-foot, two-story office building featuring an executive suite. The property is equipped with a new fire panel, floor drains throughout, and a new 2,000-amp transformer with 3-phase power. The warehouse offers ceiling heights ranging from 16 to 24 feet, along with two exterior docks, five interior docks, and three drive-in doors for efficient logistics. Additional features include a partial storage basement with direct access and a parking ratio of 0.4 spaces per 1,000 square feet, ensuring ample space for operations and personnel.

Survey Item 2 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection 0.8 mi Foster/I-90/94 interchange Keyword Selection 0.4 mi Nagle/I-90 interchange
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Minimum: 12 Maximum: 14 Total Square Feet Actual: 45000
Further Description	* 45,000 SF Building Area * 2.00 AC Lot Size * Sale - Owner User * 12-14 FT Clear Height * 9 Dock-High Doors * 2 Grade-Level Door * Bus Line This 45,000-square-foot Class C industrial building, situated on a 2.00-acre lot, is available for owner-user purchase. Built in 1950, the one-story facility is designed for single tenancy and offers a clear height ranging from 12 to 14 feet, providing ample space for various operations. The building is equipped with nine dock-high doors and two grade-level doors, making it ideal for distribution or warehouse use. It also features a parking ratio of 1 space per 1,000 square feet, ensuring sufficient parking for employees and visitors. This property is a solid option for businesses seeking a functional industrial space with excellent accessibility and parking.

Survey Item 3 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 93911
Further Description	* 93,911 SF Building Area * Sale - Investment or Owner User * 3.00 AC Lot Size * Class C Building * 4 Dock-High Doors * 1 Grade-Level Door * Buss Ducts * Floor Drains This property features a 93,911-square-foot Class C building situated on a 3.00-acre lot, available for investment or owner-user purchase. Built in 1974, the three-story building is designed for single tenancy and offers a ceiling height of 13.5 feet, providing ample vertical space for various industrial or commercial applications. The facility is equipped with four dock-high doors and one grade-level door for efficient loading and unloading. It also includes heavy power capabilities, buss ducts for electrical distribution, and floor drains, making it well-suited for manufacturing, warehousing, or other heavy-duty operations. This versatile building offers a range of possibilities for businesses in need of substantial space and infrastructure.

Survey Item 4 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease,Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Norridge, IL
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Actual: 13 Office Square Feet Actual: 2600 Total Square Feet Actual: 30458
Further Description	* 30,458 SF Building Area * 2,600 SF Office Space * 1.10 AC Lot Size * Built 1966 * Class C Building * 13 FT Clear Height * 2 Dock-High Doors * 1 Grade-Level Door * Wet Sprinklers * Sale - Investment or Owner User This well-maintained, 30,458-square-foot Class C industrial building, built in 1966, is situated on a 1.10-acre lot and is available for investment or owner-user purchase. The property includes 2,600 square feet of office space and features a 13-foot clear height, making it suitable for various industrial operations. It offers two dock-high doors and one grade-level door for efficient loading and unloading. The building is equipped with a wet sprinkler system for safety and has a parking ratio of 1.02 spaces per 1,000 square feet, ensuring ample parking for employees and visitors. This versatile property provides an ideal space for manufacturing, distribution, or light industrial use.

Survey Item 5 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease,Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection access to I-294 and I-290
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Actual: 15 Total Square Feet Actual: 51180
Further Description	* 51,180 SF Building Area * 2.82 AC Lot Size * Built 1966 * 342 Solar Panels * 4 Dock-High Doors * 3 Grade-Level Doors * 15 FT 5 IN Clear Height * 800 Amps Power Supply * Sale - Investment or Owner User This property offers a total of 51,180 square feet of building area, situated on a 2.82-acre lot, and is available for investment or owner-user purchase. The property consist three buildings: a 46,180-square-foot main building, a 2,500-square-foot storage building, and another 2,500-square-foot storage building. Additionally, there is an 11,590-square-foot, two-story office building. The main building features a 15-foot-5-inch clear height, four interior dock doors, and three drive-in doors, making it ideal for industrial or warehouse use. The facility is equipped with 800 amps of power and boasts 342 solar panels on the main building’s roof, providing energy-efficient benefits.

Survey Item 6 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Near I-90, I-290, I-390 Keyword Selection Elk Grove Village, IL
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Actual: 18 Office Square Feet Actual: 9500 Total Square Feet Actual: 56500
Further Description	* 56,500 SF Building Area * 9,500 SF Office Space * 2.33 AC Lot Size * Built 1973 * Class C Building * Single Tenancy * 3 Dock-High Doors * 2 Grade-Level Doors * 18 FT 6 IN Clear Height * Sale - Investment or Owner User This 56,500-square-foot, single-story Class C building, constructed in 1973, sits on a 2.33-acre lot and is available for investment or owner use. Designed for single tenancy, the property includes 9,500 square feet of office space, providing a substantial administrative or operational area. With heavy power capabilities at 400 amps, 480 volts, and a 3-phase setup, the building is well-suited for industrial operations. It features an 18-foot 6-inch clear height, three dock-high doors, and two grade-level doors for flexible loading and unloading. Additionally, the property offers a parking ratio of 1 space per 1,000 square feet, accommodating both employees and visitors.

Survey Item 7 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Actual: 21 Total Square Feet Actual: 18310
Further Description	* 18,310 SF Building Area * 1.38 AC Lot Size * Built 1990 * Class B Building * Single Tenancy * 21 FT Clear Height * 1 Dock-High Door * 2 Grade-Level Doors * Sale - Investment or Owner User This 18,310-square-foot, single-story Class B building, constructed in 1990, sits on a 1.38-acre lot and is suitable for investment or owner use. Designed for single tenancy, the building offers a 21-foot clear height, providing generous vertical space for storage or industrial operations. It includes one dock-high door and two grade-level doors, supporting efficient loading and unloading. The property is equipped with fluorescent lighting, natural gas heating, and city water and sewer services, ensuring a comfortable and functional environment. Additionally, it features ample parking on a paved yard, making it convenient for staff and visitors alike.

Survey Item 8 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection 300-ft frontage Touhy Ave. Keyword Selection Elk Grove Village, IL
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Actual: 32 Total Square Feet Actual: 78917
Further Description	* 78,917 SF Building Area * 3.04 AC Lot Size * Investment - Sale Type * Built 2010 * Class B Building * 32 FT Clear Height * 3 Dock-High Doors * 3 Grade-Level Doors This 78,917-square-foot, two-story Class B building, built in 2010, is set on a 3.04-acre lot and is available as an investment sale. The building is divided into two sections—Building A and Building B—that can be combined for flexibility. Building A spans 56,000 square feet, featuring a premier 31,187-square-foot, two-story showroom space, a 24,813-square-foot high-cube warehouse with 32-foot ceilings, two exterior docks, and two drive-in doors. Building B covers 21,137 square feet, including a 16,681-square-foot warehouse with a 14-foot ceiling, a 4,500-square-foot office area, one exterior dock, and one drive-in door. The facility is well-equipped with 800-1,200 amps and 240-480 volts of power, gas heating, floor drains, and a signage option, with a parking ratio of 0.98 spaces per 1,000 square feet.

Survey Item 9 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection 10 minutes Fulton Market Keyword Selection 4 minute drive I-290
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Actual: 14 Total Square Feet Actual: 50000
Further Description	* 50,000 SF Building Area * 1.66 AC Lot Size * Built 1901 * Class B Building * 14 FT Clear Height * 4 Dock-High Doors * 1 Grade-Level Door * Sprinklered Warehouse * SaleInvestment or Owner User This 50,000-square-foot Class B building, built in 1901, is situated on a 1.66-acre lot and is available for sale as an investment or for owner use. The structure is divided into two single-story sections: the west section, approximately 20,000 square feet, includes a loading dock and 3,000 square feet of office space, while the larger east section, around 30,000 square feet, features six clerestories (with a clear height of up to 20 feet), five loading docks, and additional office and breakroom areas. The warehouse is fully heated and sprinklered, providing a comfortable and safe environment for various industrial or storage operations. Additional amenities include floor drains, a fenced lot, and convenient access to metro and subway lines, enhancing both functionality and accessibility. Zoned M1-3, the property offers flexibility for light industrial or commercial uses.

Survey Item 10 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Access I-90 in Huntley
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Actual: 24 Total Square Feet Actual: 39120
Further Description	* 39,120 SF Building Area * 5.30 AC Lot Size * 1 Story * Built 2023 * Natural Gas * Gas Heating * Floor Drains * Sale - Owner User * 24 FT Clear Height * City Water & Sewer * 1.43/1,000 SF Parking Ratio * 4 Dock-High Doors/Loading * 10 Drive In / Grade-Level Doors This 39,120 SF building, constructed in 2023, is situated on a 5.30-acre lot and is available for sale to an owner-user or lease with options ranging from 10,000 to 40,000 SF. The single-story structure features a clear height of 24 feet and is designed with high-image aesthetics and extensive glass elements, offering significant flexibility. The facility includes four dock-high doors and ten drive-in grade-level doors for efficient loading and access. Utilities include natural gas, city water, city sewer, and gas heating. Additionally, there are dedicated paved truck and trailer stalls located off the building for convenience.

Survey Item 11 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Western Avenue Station (BNSF) Commuter Rail Keyword Selection Halsted Station Commuter Rail Keyword Selection Chicago O'Hare International Airport Keyword Selection Chicago Midway International Airport Keyword Selection 35th/Archer Station
Property Descriptions	Office Square Feet Actual: 5000 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 13 Total Square Feet Actual: 32000
Further Description	* 32,231 SF Building Size * 5,000 SF Office Space * 1.06 AC Lot Size * Built 1930 * Class C Building * M2-3 Zoning * 1200A (3-phase) power * Freight elevator * Cooler & Freezer * Floor Drains * Fenced Lot * 5 Loading docks This 32,231-square-foot building, located on a 1.06-acre lot, was originally built in 1930 and is designed for single tenancy. The Class C facility, zoned M2-3, has been specifically built out for food production and cold storage, featuring an FDA food-grade buildout ideal for specialized operations. The property includes 5,000 square feet of newly remodeled office space, along with cooler and freezer areas to support temperature-controlled needs. Equipped with 1,200 amps of three-phase power, the building also boasts a new roof, a freight elevator, and floor drains for optimal functionality. Additional features include five loading docks, parking availability, and a fenced lot for added security.

Survey Item 12 of 18	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection I-290/MANNHEIM RD Keyword Selection Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Property Descriptions	Clear Height (ft) Actual: 21 Office Square Feet Minimum: 7528 Maximum: 10095 Total Square Feet Actual: 102000
Further Description	* 102,000 SF Building Area * 4.24 AC Lot Size * Sale - Investment or Owner User * Built 1968 / Renovated 2023 * Class C Building * 2 Stories * 7,528 SF & 10,095 SF Office * Air Conditioning * Gas Heating * LED Lighting * Heavy Electrical Power * 21 FT Clear Height * 6 Dock-High Doors * 2 Grade-Level Doors * 1.08/1,000 SF Parking Ratio * Property Manager on Site * Signage The property comprises a building area spanning 102,000 square feet on a 4.24-acre lot, available for sale as an investment or for owner-user purposes. Originally built in 1968, it underwent renovation in 2023 to ensure modern functionality and aesthetics. Featuring a clear height of 21 feet, the Class C building stands tall with two stories. It encompasses 7,528 square feet and 10,095 square feet of office space across its levels. The premises are equipped with air conditioning, gas heating, and LED lighting for enhanced comfort and efficiency. Benefiting from heavy electrical power, the property supports various operational needs. It offers convenient access with six dock-high doors and two grade-level doors for loading and unloading activities. With a parking ratio of 1.08 per 1,000 square feet, ample parking space is provided for tenants and visitors. Additionally, the property boasts the presence of an on-site property manager and signage for enhanced management and visibility.

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Dock-High Warehouses for Sale in Chicago

Photo of a large dock-high loading facility.

Chicago, with its rich trading history and pivotal role in the nation's supply chain dynamics, presents unique investment opportunities in the realm of industrial real estate. When we delve into dock-high warehouses, the potential becomes even more palpable.

Buying a dock-high warehouse in the Chicago Metro Area offers businesses an unparalleled advantage. The strategic geographical positioning combined with Chicago's infrastructural prowess makes owning such a property here a future-proof investment.

For a glimpse into what the area has to offer, our "Survey Items" section showcases a curated selection of dock-high warehouses currently available for sale in Chicago. From locations that cater to inter-city transit to those optimized for international shipments, the options reflect Chicago's diverse trade ecosystem.

Securing a dock-high warehouse in the heart of America's trading hub not only amplifies operational capabilities but also represents a tangible asset in a city ever-growing in its trade significance. Delve into Chicago's real estate offerings and envision a future with endless growth trajectories.

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Dock High Warehouse for Sale - Chicago Metro Area

Dock-High is an elevated access door that facilitates loading and unloading from trucks, as the inside of the vehicles is elevated above ground level. A dock-high typically has a height of 4 feet, which equals 121 cm in the metric system. Some warehouses also have half docks, which are suitable for smaller trucks, such as moving trucks. No matter what your business is if there is constant loading and unloading of goods, it is best to look for a warehouse with high docks to buy or rent.

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What Else Are People Searching For - Dock-High Warehouse?

Dock-High is really an aspect, or feature of a warehouse. It's quite common, and we chose it as the primary aspect for which you might be searching. There are other ways to search for this type of property or space. A few of these are listed below:

Cross-Dock Warehouse for Lease, Rent, or Sale
Distribution Warehouse for Lease, Rent, or Sale
Fulfillment Warehouse for Lease, Rent, or Sale
Pick, Pack and Ship Warehouse for Lease, Rent, or Sale
Package Handling Warehouse for Lease, Rent, or Sale

There are many more options for searching for this type of property/space. There are also a number of issues we can help you with that are not mentioned elsewhere - things like:

Free Trade Zone Access (FTZ)
Shipping Ports
Airport Hubs
Dock-High
Dock-Well
Rail Service
Etc.

There are a number of cities included in the Chicago Metro Area - here are a few of the larger ones: Chicago, Aurora, Joliet, Naperville, Elgin, Kenosha, Waukegan, Cicero, Arlington Heights, & Hammond.

The rest - hopefully close to an inclusive list, is on our Chicago Metro Area home page. You can navigate directly to the link on your Metro Home Page using the In-Page link for "Service Area Summary." This list includes all of the Cities and Towns of which we are aware in the Metro Area. Each City and Town listed is also a link to detailed statistics about that specific place drawn from various Census Bureau reports.

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Next Steps - Chicago Metro Area

Our job is to find a selection of Dock High Warehouses for Sale in the Chicago Metro using all public and private information services along with our shoe leather and connections. This identification process is without financial obligation to you. Brokers make their money at closing, and these commissions are generally included in the lease and purchase price. To make contact with us, please use our chat widget at the bottom right of your screen, call the number at the top right of your screen, or go to our form page to send us your contact information and a summary of your requirement. For more information about our Chicago Area Affiliate, and more about what we do for you, please visit our Chicago Metro Area.

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What if I have a Property or Space I'd Like to List for Lease, Rent or Sale?

If you like what you see here and you have a Dock High Warehouse for Sale in Chicago, or any other property or space you want to put on the market, please contact us and we'll provide you with a no-obligation listing consultation. To make contact with us, please use our chat widget to the bottom right of your screen, call the number at the top right of your screen, or use our listing information form to send us your contact information and a summary of your property.

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What if I'm a Broker with a Requirement from a Valued Client that I Can't Service?

What we do here at Warehouse Finder is identify and manage Broker/Affiliates in Metro areas as they work to help valued clients get the property or space that they need. We aim to be the best at what we do. If you have a requirement you can't service - most likely for a Metro area you don't serve - please contact us using our chat widget at the bottom right of your screen, call the number at the top right of your screen, or use our Broker Requirement form to send us your contact information and a summary of the requirement you would like us to address for your valued client. We will reach out to you as soon as practical to discuss the requirement and terms for proceeding.

Other Chicago Metro Search and Information Pages

In addition to this sample search/survey page, we have the following other pages of this type that might interest you: