What is Small Bay Industrial Real Estate
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Jeremiah Boucher Founder, Patriot Holdings • Author of Finding Your Edge
Key Takeaways
- Small bay industrial targets 1,000-5,000 SF units with multi-tenant buildings — high demand from contractors and trades.
- Look for grade-level access, roll-up doors, and 3-phase power — these features drive tenant retention.
- Small bay tenants stay longer than office tenants because their space is tied to their livelihood.
- The sweet spot is 10,000-60,000 SF buildings in secondary markets where institutional buyers aren't competing.