Industrial Real Estate Investment
Industrial properties provide stable, long-term leases with credit-worthy tenants in essential industries. The sector benefits from e-commerce growth, supply chain diversification, and the fundamental need for distribution infrastructure.
Our focus is on modern facilities with strong tenant rosters, strategic locations near transportation hubs, and properties that meet institutional investment standards for 1031 exchange compliance.
Industrial Benefits
- E-commerce and logistics growth driving demand
- Long-term leases with established corporate tenants
- Strategic locations near ports, airports, and highways
- Modern facilities with high clear heights and loading docks
- Essential infrastructure supporting economic resilience
Chicago Industrial Market
Chicago is a major logistics and distribution hub with excellent access to national transportation networks. The market benefits from strong manufacturing presence, growing e-commerce distribution, and strategic location for supply chain operations.
Our industrial portfolio includes modern warehouses, distribution centers, and flex spaces with established tenant relationships and proven operating histories that meet 1031 exchange requirements.
Market Highlights
Industrial Property Categories
We offer various industrial property types to match different investment strategies and tenant requirements.
Distribution Centers
Large-scale warehouses for e-commerce fulfillment and logistics operations
High ceilings, multiple loading docks, cross-dock capabilities
Amazon, UPS, FedEx, major retailers
Flex Industrial
Buildings combining office and warehouse space for mixed-use operations
Office space with warehouse, parking, modern improvements
Light manufacturing, R&D, distribution with admin needs
Cold Storage
Temperature-controlled facilities for food and pharmaceutical storage
Refrigeration systems, specialized insulation, food-grade materials
Food distributors, pharmaceutical companies, grocery chains
Manufacturing
Production facilities with specialized power and utility requirements
Heavy power, specialized HVAC, loading capabilities
Manufacturers, assembly operations, processing facilities
Last-Mile Distribution
Urban warehouses for final delivery and customer fulfillment
City center locations, quick access, urban design
Local delivery services, e-commerce fulfillment
Rail-Served
Properties with direct rail access for intermodal transportation
Rail spurs, large storage yards, heavy equipment access
Rail freight companies, bulk material handlers
Industrial Properties in 1031 Exchanges
Industrial properties are excellent 1031 exchange candidates due to stable long-term leases, credit-worthy tenants, and the essential nature of logistics and distribution infrastructure.
Exchange Advantages
- • Long-term leases provide predictable cash flow for tax planning
- • Corporate tenants offer credit stability and lease guarantees
- • Essential infrastructure supports economic resilience
- • E-commerce growth creates sustained demand
- • Modern facilities meet institutional investment standards
Industrial vs Other Types
Related Property Types
If industrial properties don't match your investment criteria, consider these alternative property types for your 1031 exchange.
Ready to Find Industrial Properties?
Contact our Chicago team to discuss industrial investment opportunities that meet your 1031 exchange requirements. We provide nationwide identification with local market expertise.