Dock High Warehouse for Lease Or Rent - Washington Metro

Last Updated June 22, 2024

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You likely found us here because you are searching for Dock High Warehouse for lease or rent in the Washington Metro. Our Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 the preferred type of docks for industrial warehouses for several reasons: the first is that they elevate the property, reducing the risk of flooding or flooding; the most important is that they match the height of the trucks and their trailers with the height of the property, saving a lot of time in terms of maneuvering and avoiding the use of elevating ramps. If you are buying, renting, or leasing an industrial warehouse in Washington, make sure that no matter how small it is, it has a functional and easily accessible loading dock.

Want to learn more about warehouses with raised docks in Washington DC and the Washington DC metro area? Keep reading this post.

Photo of a large dock-high loading facility.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 FacilityExterior 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.

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There are 25 surveys for Dock High Warehouse for Lease Or Rent the Washington Metro Area available. Showing only the latest 12.

Survey Item 1 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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Just off Route 28
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Mins Dulles Toll Road 267
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Dulles International Airport
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 130439
Office Square Feet
Minimum: 300
Maximum: 750
Clear Height (ft)
Actual: 20
Further Description * 130,439 SF Building Size
* Three Space Available
* 300 to 750 SF office space
* 12.00 AC Lot Size
* PDIP Zoning
* Built 1989
* Dry Sprinkler
* Gas Heating
* City Sewer & Water
* 20' Clear Height
* 12 Drive-In Bays
* 12 Exterior Dock Doors
* Ample Parking

Constructed with metal, this multi-tenant building has a total size of 7,000 square feet and is situated on a 1.30-acre lot, zoned M1. The property offers four available spaces: one fully built-out 1,020 SF office space and three industrial spaces ranging from 2,464 SF to 6,760 SF, each including 300 to 750 SF of office space. It features a dry sprinkler system, city sewer and water, gas heating, and 15’ clear height. The building also provides both dock-high and grade-level access, with parking spaces available.

Survey Item 2 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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Washington Dulles International Airport
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 54360
Clear Height (ft)
Actual: 28
Further Description * 54,360 SF Building Size
* 3,500 SF Industrial Space Available
* 1.38 AC Lot Size
* PD-IP Zoning
* Built 2005
* Masonry Construction
* Wet Sprinklered
* Gas Heating
* 28' Clear Height
* Dock High and Grade-level Access
* Parking Space Available

Built in 2005, this masonry-constructed, multi-tenant building spans 54,360 square feet on a 1.38-acre lot, zoned PD-IP. The property features wet sprinklers, gas heating, and offers 3,500 square feet of available industrial space with high ceilings. The rear section of the warehouse is open and includes a loading dock. Additionally, open parking spaces are available.

Survey Item 3 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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Washington Dulles International Airport
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corner Route 50 and Route 28
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 53483
Office Square Feet
Actual: 1500
Clear Height (ft)
Actual: 20
Further Description * 53,483 SF Building Size
* Two Space Available
* 1,500 SF Office Space
* 3.25 AC Lot Size
* I-5 Zoning
* Built 1990
* Natural Gas
* Gas Heating
* City Sewer & Water
* 20' Clear Height
* 40' x 30' Column Spacing
* Dock High and Grade-level Access
* Parking Space Available

Constructed in 1990, this multi-tenant building spans 53,483 square feet and sits on a 3.25-acre lot zoned I-5. The property features natural gas heating, city sewer, and water services. Two spaces are currently available: a 1,519 square foot office suite and a 4,555 square foot fully conditioned industrial space, which includes a 1,500 square foot office area with windows, 20-foot clear ceiling heights, and one loading dock. The property offers generous, lighted parking and professionally landscaped grounds, along with signage opportunities.

Survey Item 4 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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Washington Dulles International Airport
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 24249
Office Square Feet
Actual: 6906
Further Description * 24,249 SF Building Size
* 6,906 SF Office Space
* 3.60 AC Lot Size
* I-5 - Industrial Zoning
* Built 1989
* 30' x 30' Column Spacing
* 1 Drive-In Bay
* 2 Exterior Dock Doors
* 60 Standard Parking Spaces

This stand-alone building, constructed in 1989, offers a total size of 24,249 square feet and is situated on a 3.60-acre lot zoned I-5 Industrial. The property includes 6,906 square feet of dedicated office space and a fully conditioned warehouse. Key features include 30' x 30' column spacing, one drive-in bay, and two exterior dock doors. Additionally, there are 60 standard parking spaces and a covered loading/parking area at the rear of the building.

Survey Item 5 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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Crossroads of Route 28
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 55989
Clear Height (ft)
Actual: 15
Further Description * 55,989 SF Building Size
* Six Space Available
* 3.88 AC Lot Size
* I5, Fairfax County - Industrial Zoning
* Built 1986
* Masonry Construction
* Wet Sprinklered
* City Sewer & Water
* 15' Clear Height
* Dock High and Grade-level Access
* Parking Space Available

Constructed in 1986, this masonry building boasts a total size of 55,989 square feet and supports multi-tenancy. There are six available industrial spaces ranging from 4,188 to 11,048 square feet. The property is situated on a 3.88-acre lot. Notable features include a wet sprinkler system, access to city sewer and water services, and a clear height of 15 feet. The building offers both dock-high and grade-level access for versatile loading and unloading options. Ample parking space is available on-site.

Survey Item 6 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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Washington Dulles International Airport
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 136480
Clear Height (ft)
Actual: 18
Further Description * 136,480 SF Building Size
* Three Space Available
* 8.26 AC Lot Size
* I-4 - Industrial Zoning
* Built 1980
* Masonry Construction
* Natural Gas
* Gas Heating
* City Sewer & Water
* 18' Clear Height
* Dock High and Grade-level Access
* Parking Space Available

Built in 1980, this masonry construction building spans 136,480 square feet and offers multi-tenancy options. There are three available spaces: two industrial units ranging from 4,400 to 8,800 square feet and one office space of 1,700 square feet. The property is situated on an 8.26-acre lot, zoned I-4 for industrial use. Key features include natural gas heating, city sewer and water services, and an 18-foot clear height. The building provides both dock-high and grade-level access for ease of loading and unloading. Additionally, ample parking space is available on-site.

Survey Item 7 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 277180
Clear Height (ft)
Actual: 21
Further Description * 277,180 SF Building Size
* 31,158 SF of Industrial Space Available
* 1,900 SF Office Space
* 16.15 AC Lot Size
* I-2, Landover Zoning
* Built 1960 / Renovated 2010
* Masonry Construction
* Wet Sprinklered
* Natural Gas
* Gas Heating
* Fluorescent Lighting
* 21' Clear Height
* 34' x 28' Column Spacing
* 2 Loading Docks
* Parking Space Available
* Power Supply: 7,000 Amp, 277-480 Volt, 3 Phase

Spanning across 16.15 acres, this property features a substantial 277,180 square feet building, accommodating multiple tenants. Originally constructed in 1960 and renovated in 2010, it currently offers 31,158 square feet of available industrial space, inclusive of 1,900 square feet dedicated to office use. Constructed with sturdy masonry, the building is equipped with a wet sprinkler system, ensuring safety measures are in place. It benefits from a robust power supply of 7,000 amps at 277-480 volts, three-phase, as well as access to natural gas for heating purposes. The interior is illuminated by fluorescent lighting and boasts a comfortable 21-foot clear height, providing ample vertical space. With a column spacing of 34 by 28 feet, the layout is conducive to various operational setups. For loading and unloading convenience, the property includes two loading docks. Additionally, ample parking space is available on-site, enhancing accessibility for tenants and visitors alike.

Survey Item 8 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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direct access I-395/I-95/I-495 interchange
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9.5 miles Washington, DC
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 93716
Office Square Feet
Actual: 13085
Clear Height (ft)
Minimum: 23
Maximum: 25
Further Description * 93,716 SF Building Size
* Divisible 38,972
* 3.77 AC Lot Size
* I-6 Zoning
* Built 1960
* Masonry Construction
* 13,085 Office Space
* ESFR sprinklered
* 1,600-amp power supply
* 23' to 25' clear height
* 2 Drive-In Bays
* 8 Exterior Dock Doors
* 15 Standard Parking Spaces

Constructed in 1960, this building features durable masonry construction and spans an impressive 93,716 square feet. It offers the option for division, with a divisible space of 38,972 square feet. Situated on a spacious 3.77-acre lot under I-6 zoning, the property offers ample space for various activities. The building includes 13,085 square feet of dedicated office space, providing a comfortable working environment for occupants. It is equipped with a robust 1,600-amp power supply, an ESFR fire protection system, and energy-efficient LED lighting, ensuring safety and efficiency. With a generous 23- to 25-foot clear height, the building offers ample vertical space for operations. Additionally, it features two oversized drive-in doors, eight dock doors, and two dock-high interior loading positions, facilitating seamless loading and unloading operations. The property boasts ample parking space and offers plenty of room for truck maneuvering, enhancing accessibility and logistical operations for tenants and visitors.

Survey Item 9 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
Keyword Selection
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 81835
Clear Height (ft)
Actual: 15
Further Description * 81,835 SF Building Size
* 10,900 SF of Industrial Space Available
* Divisible to 4,700 SF
* 1.95 AC Lot Size
* PDR-1 Zoning
* Built 1963
* Power Supply: 3 Phase, 4 Wire
* Gas Heating
* City Sewer & Water
* 15' Clear Height
* 2 Loading Docks

Spanning 81,835 square feet, this property is designed for multi-tenancy and rests on a 1.95-acre lot, adhering to PDR-1 zoning regulations. Originating from 1963, the building is equipped with a reliable power supply featuring 3 Phase, 4 Wire capabilities and gas heating. It benefits from city sewer and water connections, ensuring essential utilities. Currently available are industrial spaces ranging from 4,700 to 10,900 square feet, boasting a comfortable 16-foot clear height and featuring 2 loading docks. These spaces have undergone recent renovations, including updates to offices, bathrooms, kitchen/galley areas, HVAC systems, lighting, and overhead doors.

Survey Item 10 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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Near I-95 and I-495
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Reagan National Airport
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 41953
Clear Height (ft)
Minimum: 18
Maximum: 24
Further Description * 41,953 SF Building Size
* 5,547 SF of Space Available
* 1.85 AC Lot Size
* I Zoning
* Built 1972
* Dry Sprinklered
* 18-24' Clear Height
* Dock High and Grade-level Access
* Parking Space Available

Constructed in 1972, this property features a building spanning 41,953 square feet, designed for multi-tenancy. Currently, it offers 5,547 square feet of industrial space available for lease. Situated on a 1.85-acre lot, the property is equipped with a dry sprinkler system for fire protection. With clear heights ranging from 18 to 24 feet, the building accommodates various industrial needs. Access to the space is facilitated by both dock-high and grade-level access points. Additionally, parking space is available onsite, ensuring convenience for tenants and visitors alike.

Survey Item 11 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
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Wellington Rd.
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Rt. 234 Bypass
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I-66
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 31200
Office Square Feet
Actual: 2300
Clear Height (ft)
Actual: 32
Further Description * 31,200 SF Building Size
* 2,300 SF Office Space
* 4.22 AC Lot Size
* M1 Zoning
* Built 2008
* Power Supply: 100 Amp, 3 Phase
* ESFR sprinkler system
* 32' Clear Height
* 1 Drive-In Bay
* 6 Exterior Dock Doors
* 56 Standard Parking Spaces
* Paved yard outdoor storage

Situated on a 4.22-acre lot, this property comprises a building spanning 31,200 square feet. It includes approximately 24,400 square feet of warehouse space, 2,300 square feet of office space, and a 4,500 square foot showroom. Constructed in 2008, the property features a power supply of 100 Amp, 3 Phase, and is equipped with a Class IV ESFR sprinkler system. With a clear height of 32 feet, the building accommodates various industrial needs. Access is provided via one 16' x 16' drive door, four 8' x 10' high dock doors, and two 8' x 10' high dock doors. The property offers 56 parking spaces, including three handicapped spaces, ensuring ample parking for employees and visitors. Additionally, the paved yard allows for outdoor storage.

Survey Item 12 of 25 Help Me Find Properties Like This
Property Type Lease
Transaction Type Industrial & Flex
Location Keywords
Keyword Selection
Washington Dulles International Airport
Property Descriptions
Total Square Feet
Actual: 67180
Clear Height (ft)
Actual: 24
Further Description * 67,180 SF Building Size
* 46,387 SF of Space Available
* 10.00 AC Lot Size
* LI Zoning
* Built 2008
* Wet Sprinkler System
* 7" Warehouse Floor
* 24' Clear Height
* 40' x 40' Column Spacing
* 5 Exterior Dock Doors
* 2 Drive-In Bays
* 161 Standard Parking Spaces
* Reinforced Concrete Construction
* Volts: 277-480 Phase: 3 Wire: 4 Power Supply

The property, with a total area of 67,180 square feet, features a multi-tenancy setup. There are two spaces available: one measuring 6,410 square feet and the other 24,987 square feet, both offering flexible usage options. Situated on a 10.00-acre lot and falling under LI zoning, it was built in 2008 with reinforced concrete construction. Equipped with a wet sprinkler system, the property has a power supply with volts ranging from 277 to 480, three-phase wiring, and four wires. The warehouse floor measures 7 inches thick, with a clear height of 24 feet and a column spacing of 40 feet by 40 feet. It features five exterior dock doors and two drive-in bays, along with ample parking space for 161 standard vehicles.

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 Washington Metro Area - here are a few of the larger ones: Washington, Alexandria, Frederick, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bowie, Leesburg, Manassas, College Park, & Fredericksburg.

The rest - hopefully close to an inclusive list, is on our Washington 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 Washington, 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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Our job is to find a selection of Dock High Warehouses for Lease Or Rent in the Washington 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 Washington Area Affiliate, and more about what we do for you, please visit our Washington Metro Area.

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