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Last Updated Oct. 26, 2026

How to Find Your Ideal Warehouse in the Chicago Metro

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The following sections comprise this article. Each section heading in the list is also an in-page link so you can skip to the sections in which you have the most interest. Skip directly to the search/survey section of this page, or view the outline with in-page links immediately below:

Survey of Cold Storage Warehouse for Lease Or Rent - Chicago Metro
Chicago Metro Area: Cold Storage Warehouse with Coolers or Freezers for Lease or Rent
Cold Storage Warehouse for Lease Or Rent - Chicago Metro Area
What Else Are People Searching For - Cold Storage Warehouses for Lease Or Rent in Chicago?
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

New to cold storage warehouse? These short guides explain what to look for before you compare properties:

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Survey of Cold Storage Warehouse for Lease Or Rent - Chicago Metro

Survey Items - examples of cold storage warehouses for lease or rent 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.

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Survey Item 1 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection I-65 Keyword Selection I-94
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 60000 Acres Actual: 8
Further Description	* 60,000 SF Building Size * 8 AC Lot Size * Dock Loading * Yard * Freezer/Cooler * Grade Level Access * Heavy Power This 60,000-square-foot industrial building, situated on an 8-acre lot, was originally constructed in 1960 and received substantial updates in 2007. The facility is built with reinforced concrete, providing a durable and robust structure suitable for various industrial operations. It includes 15 drive-in bays and 8 exterior dock doors, complemented by 8 levelers, which facilitate efficient loading and unloading. The electrical system offers 1,200 amps at 480 volts with a 3-phase, 4-wire configuration, capable of supporting significant power requirements. Furthermore, the property provides 50 standard parking spaces.

Survey Item 2 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection 18th Street Station Keyword Selection Damen Station Keyword Selection Western Avenue Station Keyword Selection Halsted Station Commuter Rail Keyword Selection Chicago Midway International Airport Keyword Selection Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 52875 Acres Actual: 1.74 Year Built Actual: 1912
Further Description	* 52,875 SF Building Size * 1.74 AC Lot Size * Freezer/Cooler * Heavy Power This 52,875-square-foot industrial property, situated on a 1.74-acre parcel, was constructed in 1912 using masonry. The M2-2 zoning designation permits heavy manufacturing and other industrial uses. The facility offers a robust power supply, ranging from 200 to 1,200 amps at 208 to 480 volts. It includes two drive-in docks, a large storage area, and dedicated walk-in cooler and freezer sections. Ample parking is also available on site.

Survey Item 3 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection I-53 Keyword Selection Dundee Road Keyword Selection Lake Cook Road Keyword Selection Buffalo Grove Station Commuter Rail Keyword Selection Palatine Station Commuter Rail Keyword Selection Chicago O'Hare International Airport Keyword Selection Chicago Midway International Airport
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 57000 Office Square Feet Actual: 2724 Acres Actual: 4.48 Year Built Actual: 1986
Further Description	* 57,000 SF Building Size * 4.48 AC Lot Size * 2,724 SF Office Space * Dock Loading * Yard * Freezer/Cooler * Heavy Power * Sprinklered This 57,000-square-foot industrial building, constructed in 1986 with masonry, is located on a 4.48-acre parcel. The facility includes 16,924 square feet of cold storage, featuring freezers and refrigeration units. It offers a 2,724-square-foot office space and is equipped with a wet sprinkler system. The property has a 600-amp, 3-phase power supply, a drive-in bay, and two interior dock doors with levelers. A parking ratio of 3.0 spaces per 1,000 square feet is provided.

Survey Item 4 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Access off I-55 Keyword Selection Close to Midway Airport
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 95000 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 16 Acres Actual: 3.49 Year Built Actual: 1960
Further Description	* 95,000 SF Building Size * 3.49 AC Lot Size * 16 FT Clear Height * Multi-Tenant * Dock Loading * Yard * Freezer/Cooler * Heavy Power This 95,000-square-foot cold storage facility, constructed in 1960 with masonry, occupies a 3.49-acre parcel. The property offers 19,710 square feet of industrial space with 16 feet of clear height. It features 7 exterior dock doors, 5 of which have levelers, and is supplied with 2,000 amps at 480 volts. The site includes outside storage and has potential for rail service.

Survey Item 5 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection easy access to I90/94
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 17600 Office Square Feet Actual: 2425 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 19 Acres Actual: 0.5
Further Description	* 17,600 SF Building Size * 0.5 AC Lot Size * 19 FT Clear Height * 2,425 SF Office Space * Multi-Tenant * Dock Loading * Yard * Freezer/Cooler * Grade Level Access This 17,600-square-foot masonry industrial building, built in 1958, occupies a 0.5-acre lot. The facility is zoned M1 and features natural gas heating, along with city water and sewer connections. It provides two separate areas: the ground level offers 4,000 square feet of adaptable manufacturing or warehouse space, which includes a bathroom, a locker room, and a single loading dock with front and rear garage door entry. This ground-level area can be divided into units as small as 800 square feet, and a gated driveway ensures secure access to the loading bay. The upper level contains 2,425 square feet of office space, featuring a commercial-grade kitchen, four private rooms, two communal areas, one bathroom, and a washer/dryer.

Survey Item 6 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection direct access to Interstate 88
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 533232 Office Square Feet Actual: 12242 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 30 Acres Actual: 38.38
Further Description	* 533,232 SF Building Size * 38.38 AC Lot Size * 30 FT Clear Height * 12,242 SF Office Space * Dock Loading * Yard * Freezer/Cooler * ESFR/High Pile * Heavy Power * Sprinklered This industrial facility encompasses a 533,232-square-foot building situated on a 38.38-acre parcel. Constructed in 1997 and updated in 2002, the structure features a 30-foot clear height and an ESFR sprinkler system. It is equipped with 3,000 amps, 277 480 volts, and 3-phase power, along with gas heating. The property offers 88 exterior dock doors and 2 drive-in doors, complemented by 153 auto parking spaces and 281 trailer stalls. Inside, there is a 12,242-square-foot main office, a 3,999-square-foot warehouse office, and approximately 100,170 square feet of temperature-controlled warehouse space, including freezers.

Survey Item 7 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 50415 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 20 Acres Actual: 1.87 Year Built Actual: 1920
Further Description	* 50,415 SF Building Size * Four Spaces Available * 1.87 AC Lot Size * C3-2 Zoning * Built 1920 / Renovated 2021 * Masonry Constructed * Wet Sprinkler System * 14-20 FT Clear Height * Amps: 1,200 Phase: 3 Power Supply This 50,415-square-foot masonry-constructed building, located on a 1.87-acre lot, was originally built in 1920 and extensively renovated in 2021. The property offers four available spaces with flexible configurations to accommodate a variety of industrial and commercial uses. One of the available units spans 5,590 square feet and includes a walk-in cooler and freezer, with a 14-foot clear height and a 13-foot clear drive-in door, supported by 200 amps of 3-phase power. Another 12,832-square-foot air-conditioned unit includes freezer and cooler improvements, with access to six interior docks and an 18-foot clear height. A 9,731-square-foot unit offers a 20-foot clear height, is fully air-conditioned, and provides access to six shared docks, with 200 square feet of office space and 1,200 square feet of showroom. The last available space is a 16,300-square-foot unit with first-floor loft storage, two interior docks, and a 16-foot clear height, along with 400 amps of 3-phase power.

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Chicago Metro Area: Cold Storage Warehouse with Coolers or Freezers for Lease or Rent

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For businesses in need of cold storage warehouses in the bustling Chicago Metro Area, you've come to the right destination. Whether you're in the food industry, pharmaceuticals, or specialized logistics, Chicago offers a plethora of facilities tailored for your temperature-sensitive goods.

Chicago, known as the "Windy City," isn't just famous for its vibrant culture and deep-dish pizzas. Its strategic location at the heart of the Midwest, combined with a robust industrial backbone, makes it a prime hub for businesses looking for cold storage warehouse facilities.

Within the Chicago property market, there's a diverse range of cold storage warehouses available for lease or rent. From cutting-edge facilities with state-of-the-art cooling systems to more modest spaces for startups, there's a fit for every business need. Features often include adjustable temperature zones, multiple loading docks, and ample parking space for logistics.

We understand the unique demands of businesses in the Chicago area. That's why we're dedicated to assisting you in navigating the property market to find the perfect cold storage solution. No matter the size or scope of your operation, we believe there's a property waiting for you here.

Provide your contact details and specific requirements, and we'll present you with a curated list of properties that align with your needs. For a glimpse into what's available, our "Survey Items" section showcases examples of properties we've located in the Chicago Metro Area.

Experience the advantages of leasing or renting a cold storage warehouse in the vibrant Chicago Metro Area.

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Cold Storage Warehouse for Lease Or Rent - Chicago Metro Area

Chicago is a hub of communications and is the preeminent city in the Midwest, a macro area of the United States of almost 2 million square kilometers and 70 million inhabitants. The "Chicagoland" alone is home to some 10 million people. For this reason, having cold storage warehouses in Chicago can be very profitable for any business that has to do with food. If you want to buy or rent any such warehouse, you will find the support you need at Warehouse Finder.

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What Else Are People Searching For - Cold Storage Warehouses for Lease Or Rent in Chicago?

Cold Storage is critical for many applications in the warehouse industry. Some of these are listed below:

Food Storage
Food Preparation
Drug Storage
Drug Preparation
Valuable Document Storage

One might be interested in/searching for many terms in the industry. Some of these are listed below:

Refrigeration
Cooler
Freezer
Frozen
Chilled
Chiller
Cold Chain

There are several 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 we know 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 Cold Storage Warehouses for Lease Or Rent 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 Cold Storage Warehouse for Lease Or Rent 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:

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