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Last Updated Oct. 13, 2026

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Survey of Dock High Warehouse for Lease Or Rent - Cleveland Metro
Dock-High Warehouse for Lease or Rent - Cleveland Metro
Dock High Warehouse for Lease Or Rent - Cleveland Metro Area
What Else Are People Searching For - Dock-High Warehouse?
Next Steps - Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Lease Or Rent - Cleveland Metro

Survey Items - examples of dock high warehouses for lease or rent we've discovered in the Cleveland 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.

What we see in this market

Across 52 Cleveland properties we have tracked in this category since 2022:

77,505 SF median building size
20 ft median clear height
6.7 acres median site size

Clear height here runs 20 ft, against 22 ft across the 3,274 comparable properties we tracked outside Cleveland.

Of those 52 properties, the share whose listing stated each feature:

96.2% Dock Loading
76.9% Yard
59.6% Sprinklered
32.7% Grade Level Access
26.9% Heavy Power

Figures are medians across properties we tracked in this market, and reflect what each listing disclosed. Pricing is deliberately not recorded.

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Survey Item 1 of 9	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection I-90 Keyword Selection I-71 Keyword Selection SR-176 Keyword Selection I-77
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 559000 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 10 Acres Actual: 34 Year Built Actual: 1927
Further Description	* 559,000 SF Building Size * 34 AC Lot Size * 10 FT Clear Height * Dock Loading * Freezer/Cooler * Sprinklered This industrial property features a 559,000-square-foot building situated on 34 acres. Constructed in 1927, the masonry structure includes a dry sprinkler system and offers 10 feet of clear height with 20-foot by 20-foot column spacing. The facility is equipped with 12 drive-in bays and 39 exterior dock doors. Additionally, there are 250 standard parking spaces available, and the building can be subdivided into units ranging from 10,000 to 50,000 square feet.

Survey Item 2 of 9	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection I-480/I-77
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 45000 Office Square Feet Actual: 2540 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 19 Acres Actual: 3.67 Year Built Actual: 1990
Further Description	* 45,000 SF Building Size * 3.67 AC Lot Size * 19 FT Clear Height * 2,540 SF Office Space * Dock Loading * Yard * Sprinklered This 45,000-square-foot industrial building, constructed in 1990 and updated in 2002, is situated on a 3.67-acre parcel. It offers 13,000 square feet of available space, which includes a 2,540-square-foot office area. The facility features 19 feet of clear height, 40' x 42' column spacing, and a 200' truck court. Loading capabilities include 3 drive-in bays and 3 exterior dock doors with 3 levelers. The property is equipped with a wet sprinkler system, fluorescent lighting, gas heating, and a power supply ranging from 100 to 600 amps at 277-480 volts, 3-phase, 4-wire, with 130 standard parking spaces.

Survey Item 3 of 9	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 735940 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 20 Acres Actual: 77.03 Year Built Actual: 1900
Further Description	* 735,940 SF Building Size * 77.03 AC Lot Size * 20 FT Clear Height * Multi-Tenant * Dock Loading * Yard This expansive industrial property features a 735,940-square-foot building, with 125,000 square feet of industrial space currently available. Situated on a 77.03-acre lot, the facility was constructed in 1900 and is zoned M-2 for industrial purposes. It offers a 20-foot clear height, 40' x 40' column spacing, and is equipped with a wet sprinkler system. The property includes 39 exterior dock doors and 12 drive-in bays, supported by a power supply of 600 amps at 480 volts. Additionally, there are 25 standard parking spaces available on site.

Survey Item 4 of 9	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection I-76/I-71 Keyword Selection Seville-OH
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 270000 Office Square Feet Actual: 1500 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 18 Acres Actual: 21.93 Year Built Actual: 1900
Further Description	* 270,000 SF Building Size * 21.93 AC Lot Size * 18 FT Clear Height * 1,500 SF Office Space * Multi-Tenant * Dock Loading * Sprinklered This 270,000-square-foot industrial building, constructed in 1900 on a 21.93-acre parcel, presents two separate spaces for lease. The first unit encompasses 30,028 square feet and is equipped with 5 loading docks, 1 drive bay, air-conditioned break rooms, shop offices, restrooms, robust power, air rotation heating, new LED lighting, and man doors. The second available area is 16,500 square feet, including 1,500 square feet of office space. This second space is split into a 3,000-square-foot open shop with an 11'10" clear height and Reznor heat, and a 12,000-square-foot warehouse featuring a 16'9" clear height, 1 dock (8' x 8'), clear span bays, and 480V power. The property offers 18 feet of clear height and 41 by 41 foot column spacing.

Survey Item 5 of 9	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection easy access I-90 Keyword Selection Painesville, OH
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 68639 Office Square Feet Actual: 4805 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 25 Acres Actual: 6.73
Further Description	* 68,639 SF Building Size * 6.73 AC Lot Size * 25 FT Clear Height * 4,805 SF Office Space * Dock Loading * Grade Level Access * Crane Served This 68,639-square-foot industrial building, built in 1999 with masonry construction, is located on a 6.73-acre parcel. The facility includes 4,805 square feet of office space and 63,834 square feet of warehouse area. It features a 25-foot clear height, with column spacing of 39' x 39' and 37' x 59'. The property is equipped with four 5-ton overhead cranes, four external dock-high doors with levelers, and three drive-in doors. Power is supplied by 480 Volt, 3-phase service.

Survey Item 6 of 9	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection I-77 Keyword Selection I-480 Keyword Selection I-271
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 46402 Office Square Feet Actual: 15004 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 20 Acres Actual: 6.54
Further Description	* 46,402 SF Building Size * 6.54 AC Lot Size * 20 FT Clear Height * 15,004 SF Office Space * Dock Loading * Yard * Grade Level Access * Sprinklered This 46,402-square-foot industrial complex, constructed in 1975 with masonry, occupies a 6.54-acre parcel. The facility provides 20 feet of clear height, a wet sprinkler system, fluorescent lighting, and gas heating. Electrical service ranges from 200 to 800 amps at 208–480 volts, three-phase. The property includes 15,004 square feet of office space, with each unit offering both dock access and a drive-in door. Recent improvements include a new roof installed in 2018 and a re-paved truck court completed in 2021.

Survey Item 7 of 9	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Mentor, OH
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 56000 Office Square Feet Actual: 832 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 16 Acres Actual: 6
Further Description	* 56,000 SF Building Size * 6 AC Lot Size * 16 FT Clear Height * 832 SF Office Space * Multi-Tenant * Dock Loading * Yard * Grade Level Access * Sprinklered This 56,000-square-foot masonry industrial building, constructed in 1981, is situated on a 6-acre M-1 zoned parcel. The available industrial space spans 8,600 square feet and incorporates an 832-square-foot office area. It features a 16-foot clear height, along with 1 loading dock and 1 drive-in bay. The facility is equipped with a wet sprinkler system, providing a functional and well-maintained environment within a multi-tenant setting.

Survey Item 8 of 9	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection Elyria, OH
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 1056527 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 32 Acres Actual: 130.12
Further Description	* 1,056,527 SF Building Size * 130.12 AC Lot Size * Heavy-duty Crane * 5 Drive-In doors * 18-32 FT Clear Height * Wet Sprinkler System * Heavy Power Supply * Active Rail Spurs * Multi-tenancy This 1,056,527 SF reinforced concrete industrial facility sits on 130.12 acres zoned for industrial use. Originally built in 1946 and renovated in 1972, it supports multi-tenancy with available suites from 61,200 SF to 636,400 SF. Key features include 18-32 feet clear heights, 40x60 feet column spacing, and 8-12 inches reinforced floors. The building is 100% sprinklered (wet/dry) with motion-sensor LED lighting. Roof upgrades cover 60% of the structure. There are 23 loading docks (expandable), five drive-in doors, and two interior rail spurs (Norfolk Southern) for up to 24 cars. Power includes 480V/3P, 13KV service, and 1200A panels. The site includes a 25-ton crane with 5-ton auxiliary, a 15-ton crane, and 50 acres of outdoor storage. Heat is provided by overhead gas units in select areas.

Survey Item 9 of 9	Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type	Lease
Transaction Type	Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords	Keyword Selection close to I-480 and I-271
Property Descriptions	Total Square Feet Actual: 40950 Office Square Feet Actual: 1722 Clear Height (ft) Actual: 14 Acres Actual: 3.06
Further Description	* 40,950 SF Building Size * 3.06 AC Lot Size * Wet Sprinkler System * 1,722 SF office space * 14 FT Clear Height * Exterior Dock Doors * Drive In Bays Built in 1971, this 40,950-square-foot masonry industrial building sits on a 3.06-acre lot zoned for limited industrial use. The property features a 14-foot clear height, wet sprinkler system, fluorescent lighting, and gas heating, supported by 100–200 amps of 240-volt power. It offers two separate spaces: a 7,950-square-foot unit with 1,722 square feet of office area, and another 7,950-square-foot flex unit with 1,111 square feet of office space. Each unit includes a dock-high door and at least one drive-in door for flexible access. Both spaces are delivered in white-box condition with fresh paint, new LED lighting, and updated office flooring, ready for a range of light industrial, storage, or flex operations.

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Dock-High Warehouse for Lease or Rent - Cleveland Metro

Photo of a large dock-high loading facility.

Cleveland’s strategic position as a logistical hub in Ohio makes it a prime location for businesses seeking dock-high loading warehouses. These specialized facilities are critical for companies looking to streamline their distribution and logistics operations. Warehouse Finder’s Broker-Affiliates offer exclusive access to surveys of dock-high loading warehouses for lease or rent, ensuring you find a space that elevates your operational capabilities.

Each survey is crafted to provide a detailed overview of available dock-high warehouses, focusing on features critical to logistical efficiency such as loading dock numbers, warehouse height, access routes, and proximity to major highways and transportation nodes. Our goal is to present businesses with a selection of warehouses that not only meet generic requirements but are also positioned for logistical success.

Your Path to the Perfect Dock-High Warehouse in Cleveland

Warehouse Finder takes pride in offering a tailored approach to each client's search for the ideal dock-high loading warehouse. Beyond our initial surveys, engaging with a Warehouse Finder Broker-Affiliate unlocks a deeper level of personalized service. Based on your specific logistical and operational requirements, our Broker-Affiliates conduct an in-depth search to identify the best dock-high loading warehouses available for lease or rent in Cleveland.

Whether your business demands a facility with multiple loading docks, advanced security features, or specific layout configurations, our Broker-Affiliates are dedicated to matching you with a warehouse that aligns with your needs. Their expertise in the Cleveland commercial real estate market ensures you receive knowledgeable guidance and access to the best properties on the market.

Explore our curated surveys of dock-high loading warehouses and let Warehouse Finder guide you to a facility that supports your business’s growth and logistical demands. With our Broker-Affiliates by your side, leasing or renting the perfect dock-high warehouse in Cleveland becomes an informed and strategic decision.

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Dock High Warehouse for Lease Or Rent - Cleveland Metro Area

Distribution warehouses require specific features to meet established schedules and deal with customers and suppliers. The most important thing is how the trailer or container is attached to the warehouse. The most efficient option is the so-called "elevated loading docks" or "dock-high docks," which level the warehouse with the trailer's interior. These docks are usually about 4 feet high, equivalent to 121 cm in the metric system.

You're lucky if you find a warehouse with Dock-High Loading Docks! These docks are one of the most common features in warehouses that you can find on the market to rent or buy.

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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 Cleveland Metro Area - here are a few of the larger ones: Cleveland, Lorain, Elyria, Lakewood, Euclid, Mentor, Strongsville, Brunswick, North Ridgeville, & Westlake.

The rest - hopefully close to an inclusive list, is on our Cleveland 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 - Cleveland Metro Area

Our job is to find a selection of Dock High Warehouses for Lease Or Rent in the Cleveland 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 Cleveland Area Affiliate, and more about what we do for you, please visit our Cleveland 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 Lease Or Rent in Cleveland, 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 Cleveland 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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