Space Type
Industrial
Commercial real estate category
Market
Tempe
AZ
County
Maricopa County
Local market context
Building examples
1
Representative example, not available inventory
Tempe industrial location guide
Is Tempe the right Phoenix-area industrial location?
Tempe may be worth exploring when your business needs a central or East Valley location. I-10 is a useful point of reference, but a nearby freeway does not tell you whether a truck can reach the loading area or whether the building fits your operation.
Start with your daily routes
Tempe I-10 Industrial
Explore this area if Tempe is close to the people and places your business serves. Check the actual delivery route, loading arrangement, and space size at each property.
When the airport matters
Phoenix Airport / Sky Harbor Area
Explore this guide if airport-related work is central to your business. Compare the routes and operating needs that matter to you before choosing between Phoenix and Tempe.
When your search reaches farther east
Mesa Gateway / East Mesa
Explore this guide if your customers, suppliers, or work are based in the East Valley. Manufacturing and other specialized uses still need property-level checks.
Representative building example
6840 S Harl Ave
Building 1 at Sight Logistics Park is an approximately 156,000 SF logistics building completed in 2023, according to JLL’s April 2025 sale announcement. Use it to understand larger building scale; this is not a confirmed available listing or the size of an available suite. The profile links to the source and explains what still needs checking.
Related space decisions
- Tempe Flex Space: Explore Flex if your work combines office, showroom, technical, or production space. Check how much of each you need.
- Phoenix Industrial Space: Explore the broader Phoenix guide if Tempe is only one option for your operation.
What to verify before comparing spaces
- Access: can your delivery vehicles reach the property and maneuver safely at the loading area?
- Loading: do the door type, delivery hours, and shared loading arrangements work for your operation?
- Scale: how much warehouse, production, and office space do you need, and what suite sizes are actually available?
- Use: confirm zoning, approvals, power, parking, and any yard or outdoor-storage rights for your specific activity.
District guidance explains operating patterns, not current availability or verified capability in a particular suite.
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What to know about industrial space
Industrial users often prioritize functionality first, including loading, clear height, yard access, power, circulation, and transportation connections.
Typical lease terms
Industrial leases often skew longer, especially for warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or specialized operational uses.
Common lease structures
Many industrial leases are structured as triple net, though terms can vary based on property type, age, and local market conditions.
What to compare
Review dock and grade loading, clear height, column spacing, office finish, yard area, freeway access, and zoning before comparing price alone.
Definition
What is Industrial space?
Industrial space in Tempe can vary widely by layout, size, building type, and lease structure. The right fit depends on how you plan to use the space day to day.
Typical use
Industrial space supports a range of business needs depending on layout, location, and access.
What varies most
Layout, visibility, parking, loading, ceiling height, frontage, and lease flexibility.
Best way to start
Begin with size and use-case, then narrow by neighborhood, accessibility, and cost.
Budgeting
What to budget for beyond rent
Base rent
The headline rate is just the starting point. Understand how rent escalates over time.
Operating expenses
CAM, NNN, taxes, insurance, utilities, and janitorial can significantly impact total cost.
Upfront costs
Deposits, moving, furniture, internet setup, and possible improvements add up quickly.
Flexibility tradeoffs
Shorter terms and turnkey spaces are easier, but often come at a higher effective rate.
Planning
A practical leasing timeline
1. Define requirements
Clarify size, use, budget, and location before starting your search.
2. Tour and compare
Visit a focused set of options and compare tradeoffs—not just price.
3. Negotiate terms
Review lease structure, rent increases, improvements, and responsibilities.
4. Prepare for occupancy
Allow time for setup, utilities, compliance, and any buildout before moving in.
Example Buildings
Example industrial space in Tempe
Nearby Markets
Explore nearby markets
Businesses often consider these nearby markets when evaluating industrial options in Tempe.