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How To Sell Your Warehouse – A Step-By-Step Guide

Selling a warehouse or industrial property isn’t as simple as putting up a “For Sale” sign and waiting for offers. It takes strategy, market insight, and the right broker to unlock your property’s full value. At Berger Commercial Realty, we specialize in helping property owners navigate the warehouse sales process from start to finish—with confidence, clarity, and maximum return.

Whether you’re looking to retire, reinvest, or just ready to move on, this guide breaks down everything you need to know.


Step 1: Know the Value of Your Warehouse

Before anything else, you need to understand what your property is worth. This is where a Broker Opinion of Value (BOV) comes in. At Berger Commercial Realty, we offer complimentary BOVs to help you gauge fair market value based on:

  • Location and access to highways or ports

  • Building condition, age, and layout

  • Ceiling height and loading docks

  • Tenant status and lease terms (if applicable)

  • Recent comparable sales

👉 Contact us today for your free BOV.


Step 2: Prepare the Property for Sale

First impressions matter—even in industrial real estate. Here’s what you can do to make your warehouse more marketable:

  • Clean up the exterior and remove debris

  • Repair visible damage or deferred maintenance

  • Organize the interior, especially if the warehouse is still in use

  • Gather documentation: title, surveys, lease agreements, environmental reports


Step 3: Choose the Right Commercial Real Estate Broker

This is a big one. Selling a warehouse isn’t like selling a house. It requires a broker with deep market knowledge, strong buyer networks, and proven experience in industrial property sales.

That’s where Berger Commercial Realty shines. Our team understands the nuances of South Florida’s industrial market—including zoning, logistics demand, investor appetite, and off-market opportunities. With Berger by your side, you get:

  • Targeted marketing strategies

  • Qualified buyer screening

  • Negotiation expertise

  • Seamless contract and closing support


Step 4: Market the Property

Once you’ve signed a listing agreement, your broker will implement a full-scale marketing campaign tailored to your asset. At Berger, our approach includes:

  • Professional property brochures and high-resolution photography

  • Digital listings on CoStar, LoopNet, CREXi, and proprietary platforms

  • Email campaigns to vetted investors and buyers

  • Social media promotion and signage

  • Broker-to-broker networking and client outreach


Step 5: Negotiate Offers and Due Diligence

When offers come in, your broker will help you:

  • Review purchase price and terms

  • Vet buyer qualifications

  • Navigate inspections, appraisals, and environmental reviews

  • Respond to requests for repair or price reductions


Step 6: Close the Deal

After due diligence is complete and financing is secured, it’s time to head to the closing table. Your broker will coordinate all parties—attorneys, title agents, lenders—to ensure a smooth transaction.

🎉 Congratulations! You’ve just sold your warehouse—with less stress, more support, and a better result.


✅ Why Choose Berger Commercial Realty?

Selling a warehouse is a complex process—but with the right partner, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

Berger Commercial Realty is an award-winning firm with decades of experience in industrial property sales across South Florida. We deliver personalized strategies, deep market intelligence, and a full-service approach that gets results.

🔍 Need to sell your warehouse?
Let us guide you from valuation to closing.
📞 Contact Berger Commercial Realty today for a complimentary BOV.


📚 Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long does it take to sell a warehouse?

A: It depends on the location, market conditions, and how well the property is priced and marketed. On average, industrial properties sell within 3–9 months.

Q: Do I need to make repairs before selling?

A: Not always, but addressing key issues can improve your price and speed up the sale. Your broker will advise you on what’s worth fixing.

Q: What’s included in a Broker Opinion of Value (BOV)?

A: A BOV includes estimated market value, comps (comparable sales), property highlights, and an analysis of market demand for similar assets.

Q: What if my warehouse is currently leased?

A: Many investors prefer leased properties with income in place. Your broker can help you structure the sale to highlight tenant value.

 

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Griffin Yard in Dania Beach Sells for $10.5M

Prime Industrial Property in Dania Beach Sells for $10.5M in Major South Florida Real Estate Deal

Berger Commercial Realty/CORFAC International has successfully closed the sale of Griffin Yard – Mac’s Millions of Parts, a 4.8-acre industrial property located at 1200 Old Griffin Road in Dania Beach, Florida. The $10.5 million transaction reflects ongoing demand for well-positioned industrial land in South Florida’s red-hot commercial real estate market.

Industrial Property in Dania Beach Sold for $10.5M

The deal closed on June 6, with the buyer, DS Realty, Inc., acquiring the site for general storage and parking use. Representing the seller — 1200 Old Griffin Road, LLC, a longtime client — was Berger Commercial Realty’s expert team:

Griffin Yard features a 5,000-square-foot industrial building with approximately 20% office space and 80% warehouse capacity. The facility is fully fenced and includes:

  • 18-foot clear ceiling heights
  • Six grade-level loading doors
  • Flexible site layout for various industrial and commercial uses

Location, Access & Market Appeal

Strategically positioned just minutes from I-95, I-595, SR 84, and Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, the property offers unmatched access to key transit corridors. Its proximity to Port Everglades further enhances its value for logistics and transportation-focused users.

“Industrial land near major highways and airports in South Florida is in high demand,” said Daniel Forman of Berger Commercial Realty. “This sale reinforces the value of well-located properties in today’s market.”

A Landmark Industrial Site with Local Roots

Beyond its investment value, Griffin Yard holds historical significance for the Dania Beach community. The site was home to Mac’s Millions of Parts, a second-generation family business operated since 1977 by one of Dania Beach’s oldest families. This local legacy adds a unique narrative to an already standout piece of industrial real estate.

About Berger Commercial Realty/CORFAC International

Berger Commercial Realty/CORFAC International is a full-service commercial real estate firm serving clients across South Florida. Founded in 1998 and independently owned, the firm is part of CORFAC International, a global network of top-performing commercial brokerage firms.

Services include:

  • Buyer/seller and tenant/landlord representation
  • Project leasing and property management
  • Investment sales and capital advisory
  • Receiverships, construction management, and more

To learn more about Berger’s brokerage services, call 954.358.0900 or visit www.bergercommercial.com.

Navigating Small Deals with Big Potential

How Berger Commercial Realty Supports All Investors

Serving first-time and experienced investors across South Florida, including Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Palm Beach, Berger Commercial Realty supports all investors by providing tailored services for their unique needs.

Who We Help

Berger Commercial Realty supports:

  • New investors entering the commercial real estate market
  • Seasoned investors expanding or diversifying portfolios
  • Buyers and sellers of office, retail, and industrial assets

No deal is too small. The way Berger Commercial Realty supports all types of investors including new and seasoned ones by understanding that modest investments often yield substantial returns.

What Does a Commercial Real Estate Agent Do?

A commercial real estate agent acts as a strategic partner throughout every transaction. We help you buy, sell, or lease properties and optimize your investment strategy with expert market knowledge and negotiation skills. This exemplifies how Berger Commercial Realty supports investors in various stages.

How We Help Commercial Real Estate Investors

1. Market Insight and Trend Analysis

We offer detailed insight into current market conditions, emerging investment trends, and local zoning regulations. Our evaluations are precise, ensuring you don’t overpay or undersell. Our trend analysis highlights up-and-coming South Florida areas, demonstrating how Berger Commercial Realty supports strategic investments.

2. Efficient Property Searches

We streamline your property search using industry databases, including off-market listings. Our recommendations are based on your goals, budget, and preferred property types to ensure you only see relevant opportunities. We demonstrate how Berger Commercial Realty supports every investor’s search process seamlessly.

3. Expert Negotiation

Our team negotiates terms that protect your interests and maximize returns. From pricing to contingencies, we handle every detail with your ROI in mind while reducing risk throughout the transaction. This is a central part of how Berger Commercial Realty benefits investors.

4. Comprehensive Due Diligence

We conduct in-depth inspections and legal checks to ensure your property meets all requirements. This includes title verification, lease reviews, environmental compliance, and maintenance assessments—especially vital in the Florida market.

5. Strategic Industry Connections

Our network includes lenders, contractors, inspectors, attorneys, and property managers. These relationships help expedite deals and simplify your investment experience. Post-sale, we connect you with support services to maintain and grow your property’s value.

6. Customized Investment Strategies

We create tailored strategies based on your objectives. Whether you’re focused on long-term income, portfolio diversification, or high-yield flips, we help you build a sustainable investment plan that grows over time.

Solving Commercial Real Estate Investment Challenges

We help you address the common obstacles investors face:

  • Market volatility – Stay informed on price fluctuations and trends
  • Financing issues – Access commercial lenders with competitive terms
  • Zoning and regulatory compliance – Navigate local ordinances and approvals
  • Property condition risks – Avoid hidden expenses through proper assessments

Share Your Investment Goals with Us

We create better outcomes when we understand your investment goals clearly. Here’s the way Berger Commercial Realty supports all investors: we collaborate with our clients:

Step 1: Define Your Objectives

Clarify what success looks like for you. Consider your preferred asset types, investment locations, and desired returns.

Step 2: Be Transparent

Open communication is key. Share your budget, timeline, and any specific challenges so we can create a realistic investment strategy.

Step 3: Collaborate on a Strategy

With your goals in mind, we’ll develop a roadmap that includes risk analysis, financing options, and specific market targeting to help you succeed.

Why Choose Berger Commercial Realty?

We serve commercial investors across South Florida, including:

Our commitment to transparency, insight, and partnership means Berger Commercial Realty backs all investor needs with expert guidance—whether you’re purchasing your first retail space or selling a multi-tenant office building. Let our decades of experience work for you.

Get Started Today

Ready to invest in South Florida commercial real estate? Contact Berger Commercial Realty to speak with an experienced commercial real estate advisor. When you understand how Berger Commercial Realty supports investors, you ensure smart, confident decisions that generate real returns.

Frequently Asked Question

How does Berger Commercial Realty help commercial investors?

Berger Commercial Realty helps both new and experienced investors by providing market analysis, property searches, negotiation services, due diligence, and investment strategy—all tailored to your goals in the South Florida commercial real estate market.

 

How to Sell Your Commercial Property: Best Practices for Office, Industrial, Retail & Land Owners

Selling a commercial property—whether it’s office space, an industrial warehouse, retail center, or land—requires more than just listing it online. To maximize your property’s value and attract serious buyers, you need a strategic plan and the right brokerage firm by your side.

What’s the Best Way to Sell a Commercial Property?

To sell a commercial property successfully, you should:

  1. Get a professional property valuation
  2. Prepare detailed marketing materials
  3. Understand your target buyer pool
  4. Hire an experienced commercial real estate brokerage
  5. Negotiate offers with market data and leverage
  6. Navigate due diligence and closing with expert support

Step-by-Step Guide to Selling Office, Retail, Industrial, or Land Properties

1. Know Your Property’s Market Value

Before listing, request a Broker Opinion of Value (BOV) or appraisal. A good broker will analyze:

  • Rent roll and lease terms
  • Location and asset class (office, industrial, land, retail)
  • Comparable sales and market demand
  • Income potential and occupancy history

This gives you a realistic price range and sets expectations with buyers.

2. Hire the Right Commercial Real Estate Broker

Choosing the right brokerage firm is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Look for:

  • Proven experience selling your asset type (office, retail, industrial, or land)
  • Knowledge of local and regional buyer activity
  • Access to both on-market and off-market commercial buyers
  • A clear marketing strategy using digital listings, signage, and targeted outreach
  • Strong negotiation skills and contract support

Pro Tip: Avoid residential agents who occasionally dabble in commercial sales. Instead, choose a firm that specializes in commercial real estate with a track record in your asset class.

3. Prepare Marketing Materials That Sell

Buyers for commercial properties want more than just square footage and photos. Work with your broker to develop:

  • A professional offering memorandum
  • Site plans, surveys, and zoning info
  • Financials and lease abstracts
  • Aerial maps and drone images
  • Targeted marketing campaigns to reach investor buyers

4. Target the Right Buyers

Depending on your property type:

  • Office property buyers may be investors or owner-users
  • Retail buyers often seek visibility, traffic, and NOI
  • Industrial buyers look for clear height, access, and loading
  • Land buyers care about zoning, entitlements, and future use

An expert broker knows who’s buying what—and where to find them.

5. Navigate Negotiation & Due Diligence Like a Pro

Once offers come in, your broker should:

  • Vet buyers’ qualifications
  • Compare offer terms, not just price
  • Help with LOI and contract execution
  • Coordinate inspections, estoppels, and closing documents

Having a seasoned broker avoids delays and protects your bottom line.

Selling Commercial Property in South Florida? Choose a Brokerage Firm That Specializes

If you’re selling a commercial property in South Florida—office buildings, warehouses, shopping centers, or development land—you need a firm with:

  • Local market knowledge in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties
  • Direct relationships with commercial buyers and investors
  • Experience in 1031 exchanges, cap rate analysis, and leaseback sales

Final Thoughts: Don’t Go It Alone

Selling a commercial property takes planning, market insight, and the right relationships. Whether you’re listing an office park, industrial warehouse, or raw land, your best bet is to partner with a brokerage firm that understands your asset, your market, and your goals.

FAQs

How do I find buyers for my commercial property?

Work with a broker who has access to investor databases, Loopnet/CoStar listings, and local buyer networks. Targeted marketing reaches qualified buyers fast.

What’s the best way to value a commercial building?

Use a Broker Opinion of Value (BOV) or formal appraisal, which considers income, comps, and asset condition.

Should I sell commercial property with a residential agent?

No. Always choose a broker that specializes in commercial real estate. Commercial sales require a different skill set and market knowledge.

Berger Commercial Realty’s Jordan Beck Reps Buyer in $7.85 Million Acquisition in Pompano Beach

Berger Commercial Realty is pleased to announce that Senior Vice President Jordan Beck successfully represented Sand Lake Realty, in the $7,850,000 acquisition of 2999 N Powerline Road.

Located in the heart of the Pompano Beach submarket of Broward County, the property includes a single commercial building situated on 3.27 acres along highly trafficked Powerline Road. With multiple access points and excellent frontage visibility, the site presents a compelling opportunity for a wide range of commercial users.

This strategic acquisition adds to Sand Lake Realty’s growing portfolio of value-driven investments in South Florida’s most active submarkets.

Berger Commercial Realty has been retained to provide both property management and leasing services for the asset.

“This property checks all the right boxes—location, visibility, flexibility—and we’re excited to help Sand Lake Realty unlock its full potential,” said Beck. “Our team is ready to hit the ground running on leasing and management to ensure long-term success.”

With a full-service approach, Berger Commercial Realty continues to provide comprehensive real estate solutions that go beyond the transaction.

 

Berger Commercial Realty offers complimentary Broker Opinion of Value reports. Contact us today to Experience the power of market knowledge.

Berger Commercial Realty Earns Prestigious Recognition as Top Leasing and Sales Firm in the 2024 CoStar Power Broker Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Berger Commercial Realty, a leader in South Florida commercial real estate sales and leasing, has been recognized with two prestigious accolades in the 2024 CoStar Power Broker Awards. We are proud to be named both a Top Leasing Firm and a Top Sales Firm in South Florida, further cementing our reputation as experts in commercial real estate transactions.

The CoStar Power Broker Awards are an annual event that honors the most successful brokers and firms across the nation. These awards are based on comprehensive transaction data and in-depth market analysis conducted by CoStar, the leading source of commercial real estate information and analytics. Achieving these distinctions underscores Berger Commercial Realty’s exceptional performance and expertise in the South Florida commercial real estate market.

“Our team at Berger Commercial Realty is honored to receive these distinguished awards from CoStar,” said Lloyd C. Berger, President of Berger Commercial Realty. “This recognition is a reflection of our hard work and dedication to South Florida commercial real estate leasing and sales. We are proud to continue setting the standard for excellence.”

At Berger Commercial Realty, we pride ourselves on our strategic and client-focused approach to commercial property leasing and sales in South Florida. Our expertise spans a wide range of properties, including office buildings, industrial warehouses, retail spaces, and multi-use complexes. This diverse experience, combined with innovative market strategies and commitment to client success, sets us apart in the competitive South Florida commercial real estate market.

Our team of experienced brokers and property managers are dedicated to delivering exceptional service and unmatched market knowledge. We understand that each client’s needs are unique, and we tailor our strategies to ensure maximum value and optimal results. Our deep-rooted relationships within the South Florida business community enable us to identify prime leasing and sales opportunities ahead of the curve, positioning our clients for success.

We also specialize in comprehensive property management services, ensuring that properties under our care are maintained to the highest standards. From tenant relations to maintenance coordination, our team handles every detail, allowing property owners to enjoy peace of mind while maximizing their investment returns. Our proactive approach to property management includes regular market analysis, tenant retention strategies, and cost-effective maintenance solutions.

As the South Florida commercial real estate market continues to evolve, Berger Commercial Realty remains committed to staying ahead of industry trends. Our team frequently attends market briefings, industry seminars, and networking events to keep our finger on the pulse of the local and national markets. This commitment to continuous learning allows us to anticipate changes and adjust our strategies to benefit our clients.

Looking ahead, Berger Commercial Realty remains dedicated to maintaining the high standards that have earned us the CoStar Power Broker Awards. We continuously refine our strategies to meet the evolving needs of our clients and adapt to dynamic market conditions in South Florida commercial real estate. Our mission is to help our clients achieve their business goals through strategic leasing, investment sales, and property management excellence.

Follow our blog and connect with us on social media for the latest news, updates, and insights into our projects. Whether you are looking to lease, purchase, or sell commercial property in South Florida, Berger Commercial Realty is your trusted partner for award-winning service. Contact us today to learn how our expertise in South Florida commercial real estate can help you achieve your goals.