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Last Updated Oct. 26, 2026

How to Find Your Ideal Warehouse in the Chicago Metro

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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

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

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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.

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Survey Item 1 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection I-2 Keyword Selection along Noel Avenue
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 96959 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 14 Office Square Feet Actual: 6500 Acres Actual: 5.01 Year Built Actual: 1962
Further Description	* 96,959 SF Building Size * 5.01 AC Lot Size * 14 FT Clear Height * 6,500 SF Office Space * Multi-Tenant * Single Tenant * Dock Loading * Yard * Grade Level Access This 96,959-square-foot Class B industrial building, erected in 1962, occupies a 5.01-acre parcel. The single-story structure includes a 6,500-square-foot office area at the front. Its warehouse space is segmented into six interconnected sections, allowing for either a single occupant or multiple tenants. The facility provides 14 feet of clear height, five dock-high doors, and one drive-in grade-level door. Furthermore, the property offers a parking ratio of 0.23 spaces per 1,000 square feet, along with extensive outdoor parking and storage capabilities.

Survey Item 2 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Chicago O'Hare International Airport Keyword Selection Close I-90 Expressway
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 41400 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 12 Acres Actual: 0.61 Year Built Actual: 1989
Further Description	* 41,400 SF Building Size * 0.61 AC Lot Size * 12 FT Clear Height * Single Tenant * Dock Loading * Grade Level Access * Heavy Power Constructed in 1989, this two-story Class C building offers a total of 41,400 square feet, situated on a 0.61-acre lot. It is suitable for either investment or owner occupancy. The building provides 12 feet of clear height and includes a freight elevator for moving items between floors. Essential services include natural gas, gas heating, and city sewer and water. The property is equipped with a 600-800 AMP, three-phase electrical system. For logistics, there is 1 dock-high door and 5 grade-level doors.

Survey Item 3 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 18310 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 21 Acres Actual: 1.38 Year Built Actual: 1990
Further Description	* 18,310 SF Building Size * 1.38 AC Lot Size * 21 FT Clear Height * Single Tenant * Dock Loading * Yard * Grade Level Access This 18,310-square-foot Class B industrial building, erected in 1990, occupies a 1.38-acre parcel and is available for either an owner-user or an investor. The structure is configured for single tenancy and provides 21 feet of clear height. Loading capabilities include 1 dock-high door and 2 grade-level doors. The facility is serviced by natural gas heating, city water, and city sewer, and features fluorescent lighting throughout. A paved yard offers ample parking for the property.

Survey Item 4 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease,Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Norridge, IL
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 30458 Office Square Feet Actual: 2600 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 13 Acres Actual: 1.1 Year Built Actual: 1966
Further Description	* 30,458 SF Building Size * 1.1 AC Lot Size * 13 FT Clear Height * 2,600 SF Office Space * Dock Loading * Yard * Heavy Power * Sprinklered This industrial building, constructed in 1966, encompasses 30,458 square feet and is situated on a 1.1-acre parcel. The facility includes 2,600 square feet of office space and offers 13 feet of clear height. It is equipped with two dock-high doors and one grade-level door for operational needs. A wet sprinkler system is installed throughout the property. The building provides a parking ratio of 1.02 spaces per 1,000 square feet.

Survey Item 5 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection 0.4 mi Nagle/I-90 interchange Keyword Selection 0.8 mi Foster/I-90/94 interchange
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 45000 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 14 Acres Actual: 2
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 6 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Park Forest, IL
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 123600 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 24 Acres Actual: 7.5 Year Built Actual: 1960
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 7 of 7	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Purchase
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Elk Grove Village, IL
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 104394 Office Square Feet Actual: 10570 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 22 Acres Actual: 3.67
Further Description	* 104,394 SF Building Area * Sale: Investment or Owner User * 22 FT Clear Ceiling Height * Dock-High Doors * Grade-Level Doors * Overhead Crane * 3.67 AC Lot Size This 104,394-square-foot industrial facility, built in 1966 and renovated in 1977, is situated on 3.67 acres and offers flexibility for either investment or owner use. The single-story, Class B building is zoned I-2 and can be subdivided to approximately 35,579 square feet. It features ceiling heights ranging from 18 to 22 feet, five interior dock positions, and one drive-in door. The property includes a 7.5-ton overhead crane, 10,570 square feet of office space, and power rated at 1,600 amps, 277/480 volts, 3-phase, 4-wire. With roughly 110 parking spaces, the site supports both production and administrative functions. Utilities include natural gas, city water, sewer, and gas heating, making the building suitable for manufacturing, warehousing, or light industrial operations.

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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

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