Dock High Warehouse for Lease Or Rent - Charleston Metro
Last Updated Aug. 29, 2023
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If you are searching for Dock High Warehouse for lease or rent, Charleston, you've come to the right place. In this article, we cover three key topics, including:
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You likely found us here because you are searching for Dock High Warehouse for lease or rent in the Charleston Metro. Our Charleston Metro affiliate broker has extensive experience with Dock High Warehouse, having leased and sold existing properties and worked with developers on build-to-suit spaces for lease. These spaces come in many shapes and sizes, and we've performed a search for this article that covers small- to medium-sized spaced for lease or rent in the Charleston Metro. That survey/search is summarized in this article. We are ready, willing, and able to conduct a comprehensive search for Dock High Warehouse for lease or rent in the Charleston Metro and meeting your specific requirements. Read on for more detail about the characteristics of Dock High Warehouse, as well as the results of our search for this article.

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Dock-High Loading docks are an essential element for industrial warehouses in this decade. More and more warehouses are being built or retrofitted with Dock-High Loading docks, as they are the best suited for loading and unloading goods. Whether you want to rent, lease, or buy these properties in Charleston, the market can offer you many properties for all your needs. Want to know more about these types of warehouses? Keep reading this post to learn everything you need about docks and industrial warehouses in Charleston.
This is actually a pretty loaded question (pun intended if you like). At a very basic level, Dock-High docks are used to simplify getting "stuff" into and out of a building - generally from or to a truck trailer ... or train car. One of our more popular articles provides a definition of Dock-High loading. The main alternative is grade-level building access - i.e. being able to drive into a building so that the "stuff" you work with can be lifted from and onto whatever you are using to transport your "stuff." "Stuff" can mean anything from raw materials to finished goods, supplies, tools, tooling, etc., etc.. Size and weight are big factors in deciding which of these two methods of moving "stuff" into and out of your building is used - with bigger and heavier stuff tending to be grade-level, and lighter and smaller tending to be dock-high. There is also the issue of whether the stuff you are transferring needs to be well protected from the elements including during the loading and unloading process. There are always exceptions, and much is likely being left out. Docks are seen attached to many types of buildings - manufacturing, R&D, Distribution, Storage, etc. The measure of how many docks you need is tied directly to how much "stuff" you need to move into and out of your building/space in a given time period (also a complex calculation). That's a fairly simple, conceptual discussion of Dock-High dock uses. Also, now that we've compared and contrasted dock-high vs. grade-loading, note in the above photo that most (nearly all?) buildings need to have a bit of grade loading in any case. Read on for some discussion of more detailed issues surrounding Dock-High docks.
Since docks and loading/unloading is an important issue, we have several articles on the topic. Aside from the links in the section above, we have Warehouse Loading Types, Dock-Well - Picture with Definition, Side-Load Dock Well - Picture with Definition, Dock-High Loading - Convert an Existing Facility, Exterior Elevated Dock - Picture with Definition and Dock-Leveler - Picture with Definition. The above are all links. If you have an interest, bon appétit. We'll likely be adding other articles on issues like Environmental Control during loading and unloading, Fork Lifts, etc., and we'll do our best to update this as pertinent items are added to the site. We spend a good deal of time on this and related content, and expect to continue to do so.
See the Survey Description Section for a contextual description of Surveys and for what they are used.
Survey Item 1 of 7 | Help Me Find Properties Like This |
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Property Type | Industrial & Flex |
Transaction Type | Lease |
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Charleston International Airport
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Clear Height (ft)
Actual:
32
Total Square Feet
Actual:
50000
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Dock Loading
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* 50,000 SF Building Size
* 14.53 AC Lot Size * Built 2023 * ID1 Zoning * 32' Clear Height * 6" Warehouse Floor * High End Trophy Space * 14 Exterior Dock Doors * Reinforced Concrete Constructed * Class A Building accommodating smaller tenants * High ceiling height, large truck court, abundant dock doors This property is situated on a 14.53-acre lot, and its building covers an area of 50,000 square feet. Construction took place in 2023, using reinforced concrete materials. The property holds an ID1 industrial zoning classification. It features a clearance height of 32 feet, two drive-in bays, and a warehouse floor thickness of 6 inches. There are also 14 exterior dock doors available. The establishment is characterized by its lofty ceiling height, spacious truck court, and ample dock doors. Moreover, it's a Class A building designed to accommodate smaller tenants and boasts premium, high-end trophy space. |
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Property Type | Industrial & Flex |
Transaction Type | Lease |
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Established Industrial Park
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I-26
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Clear Height (ft)
Actual:
19
Total Square Feet
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14350
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Dock Loading
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* 14,350 SF Building Size
* 2.70 AC Lot Size * Built 1986 * 19' Clear Height * Industrial Zoning * Metal Constructed * 50 Standard Parking Spaces * Van and Dock High Loading * Additional Maintenance Shed * Fully Fenced and Paved Yard Space This property was built in 1986 with a metal structure, sits on a 2.70-acre lot, and has a total building size of 14,350 square feet, all within the parameters of industrial zoning. The facility features a clearance height of 19 feet and 50 standard parking spaces. There's a fully fenced and paved yard area on the premises, and loading options include both van and dock high loading. Additionally, an extra maintenance shed is also available. |
Survey Item 3 of 7 | Help Me Find Properties Like This |
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Property Type | Industrial & Flex |
Transaction Type | Lease |
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I-26
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I-526
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Clear Height (ft)
Actual:
16
Office Square Feet
Actual:
300
Total Square Feet
Actual:
61000
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Multi-Tenant
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Sprinklered
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* 21,094 SF Industrial Space
* 3.71 AC Lot Size * Built 1995 * M-1 Zoning * 4 Drive-In Bays * 16' Clear Height * Metal Constructed * 300 SF office space * Wet Sprinkler System * 7 Exterior Dock Doors * 75 Standard Parking Spaces This property was erected on a lot of 3.71 acres in 1995 using metal construction and has a total building size of 61,000 square feet, split up into substantial units. The facility offers an industrial space of 21,094 square feet, is equipped with a wet sprinkler system for fire protection, and is zoned for M-1 use. It features a clear height of 16 feet, seven exterior dock doors, and four drive-in bays. Additionally, there are 75 standard parking spaces available, along with a 300-square-foot office space. |
Survey Item 4 of 7 | Help Me Find Properties Like This |
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Property Type | Industrial & Flex |
Transaction Type | Lease |
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I-26
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Clear Height (ft)
Actual:
36
Office Square Feet
Actual:
2500
Total Square Feet
Actual:
343150
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Multi-Tenant
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Esfr/High Pile
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Sprinklered
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* 228,000 SF Industrial Space
* 18.22 AC Lot Size * Built 2023 * 16 Levelers * 2 Drive-In Bays * 185’ Truck Court * 36’ Clear Height * 7" Warehouse Floor * 2,500 SF office space * ESFR Sprinkler System * 63 Exterior Dock Doors * 54’ x 48’ Column Spacing * 202 Standard Parking Spaces This property was constructed in 2023 and has a building area of 343,150 square feet with multiple tenancies. Erected on a lot of 18.22 acres, it offers an industrial space measuring 228,000 square feet. The features include a truck court measuring 185 feet, an ESFR sprinkler system, a clear height of 36 feet, and a robust 7-inch warehouse floor. There are 63 exterior dock doors and a column spacing of 54 feet by 48 feet. Additionally, the property offers two drive-in bays, 16 levelers, and a total of 202 standard parking spaces. Inside, there is a 2,500-square-foot office space. |
Survey Item 5 of 7 | Help Me Find Properties Like This |
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Property Type | Industrial & Flex |
Transaction Type | Lease |
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Clear Height (ft)
Actual:
30
Total Square Feet
Actual:
185874
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Dock Loading
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Sprinklered
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* 44,729 SF of Space
* 15.00 AC Lot Size * Built 1980 / Renovated 2021 * 2 Drive-Ins * Cross Docks * 30' Clear Height * 20 Drive-In Bays * 2 Loading Docks * Private Restrooms * Metal Constructed * Wet Sprinkler System * 4 Exterior Dock Doors * Phase: 3 Power Supply * Two Property Entrances * Heavy Industrial Zoning * Under New Renovations * 300 Standard Parking Spaces * 185,874 SF Building Size This property has 185,874 square feet of building size, situated on a 15-acre lot. Offers industrial space ranges from 10,925 to 21,850 square feet. Originally constructed in 1980, the property underwent recent renovations in 2021. The building is constructed of durable metal and features a wet sprinkler system, providing added safety and security. With a Phase 3 power supply and heavy industrial zoning. The 30-foot clear height, 20 drive-in bays, and 4 exterior dock doors make it easy to move goods in and out of the building. The property also has cross docks, 300 standard parking spaces, and two property entrances, providing ample space. Additionally, there are two loading docks and two drive-ins, making it easy to load and unload goods. Private restrooms are also available for added convenience. Currently, the property is undergoing some renovations. |
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Property Type | Industrial & Flex |
Transaction Type | Lease |
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Highway 52
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Property Descriptions |
Clear Height (ft)
Actual:
32
Total Square Feet
Actual:
135200
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Dock Loading
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Esfr/High Pile
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Sprinklered
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* 81,120 Industrial Space
* 13.59 AC Lot Size * Built 2023 * 2 Drive-In Bays * 32' Clear Height * ESFR Sprinkler System * 28 Exterior Dock Doors * High End Trophy Space * Sub-divisible down to 27,000 SF * Reinforced Concrete Constructed This property is situated on a lot of 13.59 acres that was constructed in 2023 with a total building size of 135,200 square feet, subdivided into multiple spaces, and offering an industrial space measuring 81,120 square feet. The structure is made of reinforced concrete and equipped with an ESFR sprinkler system. It boasts a clear height of 32 feet and features 28 exterior dock doors, along with two drive-in bays. The space can be divided into smaller sections starting at 27,000 square feet and is characterized as a high-end trophy space. |
Survey Item 7 of 7 | Help Me Find Properties Like This |
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Property Type | Industrial & Flex |
Transaction Type | Lease |
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I-26
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Property Descriptions |
Clear Height (ft)
Actual:
32
Total Square Feet
Actual:
59600
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Multi-Tenant
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Dock Loading
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Esfr/High Pile
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Sprinklered
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* 28,216 SF Space
* 13.50 AC Lot Size * Built 2012 * 2 Levelers * I_DC Zoning * 1 Drive-In Bays * 32' Clear Height * ESFR Sprinkler System * 2 Exterior Dock Doors * Reinforced Concrete Constructed This property is situated on a lot of 13.50 acres and is a multi-tenant structure spanning 59,600 square feet. It was constructed in 2012 with sturdy reinforced concrete and offers 28,216 square feet of industrial space. Equipped with an ESFR sprinkler system for added safety. The property holds an I_DC zoning designation and features a clear height of 32 feet. Additionally, it offers two exterior dock doors, one drive-in bay, and two levelers. |
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 Charleston Metro Area - here are a few of the larger ones: Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Hollywood, Ravenel, Folly Beach, & Ridgeville.
The rest - hopefully close to an inclusive list, is on our Charleston 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.
When a client asks us to help them search for a property to meet their needs for a Dock High Warehouse for Lease Or Rent in Charleston, we go to the best listing services and to our fellow Commercial Real Estate brokers to pull together all the information available for properties meeting the stated client requirements. We validate the information to be provided - likely by talking directly with the selling or leasing brokers - and then help our clients go through this information to help them select the best fit properties, from which the client would select properties they wish to tour. We are posting an abbreviated version of a search we've either performed for another client, or one we've performed particularly for this article. We call the information provided in this article a "Survey," and we'd love to turn this survey into a full set of search results based upon your requirements! If you don't see a survey in the next section, it just means we haven't gotten around to it yet. If you need this type of property, please do let us know and we'll contact you to get started. The search we perform for you will include most or all categories you see here, plus information about pricing, other expenses, availability, and anything we can find regarding other requirements you provide for your use case. We would provide all of this, along with any available flyers, photos, and detailed information regarding each property.
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