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Warehouse and Industrial Space for Lease in Ottawa
Industrial space for lease
Finding warehouse space in a tight market
Good industrial space in Ottawa is hard to find, and the best units are often leased before they are widely advertised. Tenants who know exactly what they need, and have someone watching the market for them, get the first look.
We start with how your business operates: the size, clear height, doors, power and yard you need, where your staff and customers are, and how long you plan to stay. Then we search listed space, sublets, new construction and pre-market opportunities, and bring you a shortlist that fits.
Once you have a favourite, we compare the total cost of each option, not just the net rent, and negotiate the lease. See our full industrial real estate services.
5.2%
overall Ottawa industrial vacancy, Q2 2026
$16.75
average asking net rent per sq ft
$6.19
average additional rent per sq ft
3.2M sq ft
under construction, mostly in Barrhaven
Live MLS® listings
Industrial space for lease in Ottawa
Updated automatically from MLS®. Many units also lease without being listed, so tell us what you need.
Know the numbers
What industrial space really costs
Asking net rent is only part of the cost. We compare every option on the same total basis.
Net rent
The base rent per square foot per year. Ottawa averaged $16.75 in Q2 2026, and varies by area, size and building quality.
Additional rent
Your share of property taxes, insurance and common area maintenance. It averaged $6.19 per square foot in Q2 2026.
Utilities and services
Hydro, gas, water and services such as snow removal may be separate. We confirm what is included.
Fit-up and incentives
Landlord work, tenant improvement allowances and free rent can change the real cost. We negotiate them.
Term and escalations
Annual increases, renewal options and early termination rights affect cost over the full term.
Moving and downtime
Racking, power upgrades and moving costs. We plan the timing so your operations keep running.
Before you sign
Lease terms that matter for industrial tenants
Industrial leases carry terms that office and retail tenants rarely see: yard rights, overnight truck parking, outside storage, hazardous materials, floor load and restoration at the end of the term. We read every clause with your operations in mind.
Landlords in Ottawa continue to push for strong rents and annual escalations, especially for small and mid-size bays. Tenants are best served by securing term flexibility and renewal rights early.
Market figures: Cushman & Wakefield, Ottawa Industrial MarketBeat, Q2 2026. Figures are asking rents and change each quarter; ask us for current comparables for your property.
We negotiate
- Net rent, escalations and free rent
- Tenant improvements and landlord work
- Yard, parking and outside storage rights
- Renewal, expansion and early termination options
- Use clause, signage and access hours
- Restoration and repair obligations
How we help tenants
From search to signed lease
Define the specs
Size, height, doors, power, yard, location, budget and timing.
Search everything
Listed space, sublets, new construction and pre-market units.
Tour and compare
Side-by-side total occupancy costs and terms.
Negotiate
Rent, incentives, improvements and lease clauses.
Move in
Possession, fit-up timing and landlord work, coordinated.
Explore
More Ottawa industrial real estate
Warehouses for sale
Industrial buildings and warehouses for owner-users and investors.
Outdoor storage yards
Contractor yards, truck parking and outdoor storage land.
Industrial land
Serviced and rural industrial land for building or storage.
Flex and small-bay space
Small-bay units with office and drive-in loading.
Selling an industrial property
How we help owners prepare, price and sell.
Leasing your industrial space
How we help landlords find and keep good tenants.
Warehouse and Industrial Space for Lease FAQs
How much is warehouse space per square foot in Ottawa?
In Q2 2026 Ottawa industrial space averaged $16.75 per square foot net, plus about $6.19 in additional rent, according to Cushman & Wakefield. Rents vary widely by size, area and building quality.
How long does it take to lease industrial space?
Allow three to six months from search to possession, longer if the space needs work or permits. Starting early gives you more choice and more leverage.
Who pays your fee when I lease space?
In most commercial leases the landlord pays the brokerage commissions. We confirm how fees work for each property before you commit.
Can I store materials or vehicles outside?
Only if your lease and the zoning allow it. Many units have no outside storage rights, so we confirm this before you sign.
Do you help with sublets?
Yes. Sublets can offer below-market rents and shorter terms, but they come with conditions. We review the head lease and the consent process with you.
Mitch Gauzas, REALTOR®
