Direct buyer • Charlotte Metro
Sell Your Warehouse or Industrial Building in Charlotte, North Carolina
Sell your warehouse, flex building, or contractor yard directly to the buyer — no listing agents, no commissions, and no repair demands.
Serving owners across the Charlotte Metro, including Charlotte, Concord, Gastonia, Huntersville, and more.
✔ Warehouses 5K–100K SF
✔ Contractor Yards / IOS
✔ Flex Industrial Buildings
✔ Contractor Yards / IOS
✔ Flex Industrial Buildings
No Financing Contingencies
Close in 30-60 Days
As-Is Purchase, No Repairs
No Commissions
Sell Your Warehouse or Industrial Building in Charlotte NC
If you own a warehouse, flex building, or industrial property in Charlotte or the Charlotte Metro, you can sell directly to the buyer without listing it publicly. No agents, no commissions, and a confidential offer within 48 hours.
Who You’re Dealing With
You’re Speaking Directly With the Buyer
Not a broker. Not an acquisitions team. The person making the decision.
I started Roth Capital after years of buying and renovating commercial properties across the Carolinas. Today we’ve closed 119 acquisitions totaling more than 214,000 square feet.
If you contact us about selling your warehouse or industrial property in Charlotte, you will speak directly with the buyer — the person evaluating the property, making the offer, and signing at closing.
Most sellers hear back within 48 hours with either an offer or a clear, straight answer.
Industrial Properties We Buy
Industrial Properties We Buy in Charlotte
Warehouses, distribution centers, flex buildings, small-bay industrial, and contractor yards across the Charlotte Metro.
Owners contact us when they want to sell warehouse, flex, or industrial property without listing it publicly. We buy industrial properties in the $500K–$5M range and can move from first call to closing in 30–60 days.
When an owner contacts us, here’s what we look at:
1. Market location and tenant demand fundamentals
2. Operational efficiency and upside potential
3. Capital expenditure requirements and returns on repositioning
4. Lease structures and tenant quality/stability
5. Opportunity to improve revenue or reduce expenses through active management
The industrial properties owners most commonly sell to us in Charlotte and the surrounding area:
→ Warehouses
Single and multi-tenant warehouse buildings from 5,000 to 100,000 SF
→ Distribution Centers
Logistics and distribution facilities with dock-high loading
→ Contractor Yards & IOS
Industrial outdoor storage, equipment yards, and fenced compounds
→ Small-Bay Industrial
Multi-tenant suites for trades, service businesses, and light manufacturing
→ Flex Industrial
Warehouse/showroom combination buildings with flexible configurations
→ Manufacturing Buildings
Production facilities with cranes, heavy power, and specialized infrastructure
If your property fits what we buy, I’ll tell you quickly. If it doesn’t, I’ll tell you that too. We’re disciplined about valuation — but we’re also flexible on structure, timeline, and terms.
Sell Your Warehouse in Charlotte, NC
If you own a warehouse in Charlotte or the Charlotte Metro — whether it’s a single-tenant distribution building on Concord, a multi-tenant warehouse near Gastonia, or a bulk storage facility in Monroe — Roth Capital buys directly from owners. We acquire warehouses from 5,000 to 100,000 SF, vacant or leased, with or without deferred maintenance. Common scenarios include lease rollover risk, vacancy after a long-term tenant leaves, roof or HVAC capital needs, or simply wanting to exit without the 6-12 month broker process. We close in 30-60 days with no financing contingency.
Sell Flex Industrial Property in Charlotte
Flex industrial buildings — warehouse/showroom combos, R&D space, and light manufacturing with front-loaded offices — are in high demand across the Charlotte Metro. If your flex building in Concord or Gastonia is aging, has tenant turnover, or needs capital improvements, we buy as-is. We focus on flex properties from 5,000 to 50,000 SF and understand the unique challenges of managing mixed-use industrial tenants. Whether your building has single or multiple tenants, we can structure a deal that works.
Sell Your Contractor Yard or IOS Property in Charlotte
Industrial outdoor storage (IOS) and contractor yard properties are among the most in-demand industrial assets in the Charlotte Metro. If you own a fenced compound, gravel yard, equipment storage lot, trucking terminal, or contractor staging area in Charlotte or Concord, Roth Capital is a direct buyer. We acquire IOS properties with or without buildings, paved or unpaved, improved or raw. The Charlotte Metro’s construction boom and logistics growth have driven IOS demand well ahead of supply — making now an excellent time to sell.
Sell Small-Bay Industrial Buildings in Charlotte
Multi-tenant small-bay industrial buildings serve the backbone of Charlotte’s trades economy — HVAC contractors, plumbers, electricians, auto shops, and small manufacturers. If you own a small-bay industrial property in the Charlotte Metro with suites from 1,000 to 5,000 SF, Roth Capital buys these assets directly. Common challenges include tenant management overhead, deferred maintenance across multiple suites, and below-market rents from long-term tenants. We acquire small-bay properties as-is and handle all repositioning.
Charlotte is Roth Capital’s home market. Get a confidential industrial property assessment from a local buyer.
Get a confidential offer from the decision maker — not a committee.
Direct Sale Advantage
Direct Sale vs. Traditional Broker
See why industrial property owners in Charlotte choose to sell directly instead of listing with a broker.
Recent Acquisitions
Industrial Properties We’ve Acquired
Real deals. Real problems solved. Here’s how we’ve helped industrial property owners move forward.
Industrial – 26k sqft
Acquired Q4 2025
Vacant Industrial
26,000 SF industrial site with industrial outdoor storage. Building was vacant at closing and fell out of contract twice before us. We acquired the asset, stabilized IOS income, and began warehouse repositioning.
Industrial – 11k sqft
Acquired Q1 2025
Vacant Warehouse
11,000 SF single-tenant warehouse purchased vacant after long-term tenant relocated. We made a firm cash offer and closed in less than 40 days.
Industrial/Flex – 8k sqft
Acquired Q3 2025
Mixed-Use Vacant
7,700 SF flex industrial building purchased vacant that was built as a NAPA auto. It’s a pre-engineered metal building that was acquired vacant and as-is.
Industrial – 10k sqft
Acquired Q2 2025
Seller Holdover
10,000 SF industrial building with a 3-month seller holdover. We accommodated the seller’s timeline and provided a structured, certain close.
Charlotte is Roth Capital’s home market. Get a confidential industrial property assessment from a local buyer.
Get a confidential offer from the decision maker — not a committee.
Why Roth Capital
Why Sell Directly to Roth Capital?
We are a North Carolina-based investment firm with deep experience acquiring warehouses, distribution centers, and industrial properties.
Fast Closing
Close in 30-60 days or on your timeline. No lender approval delays.
Zero Commissions
Keep 100% of your sale price. No broker fees, no hidden costs.
As-Is Purchase
No repairs, no appraisals, no renovation requirements before closing.
Certainty of Close
Firm offer, no contingencies, guaranteed funding. When we commit, we close.
Tax-Efficient Options
We can structure deals that help reduce taxes for sellers and support your next acquisition.
1031 Ready
Transactions structured to support tax-deferred exchanges for portfolio repositioning.
Direct Decision Maker
No Investment Committee. No Analysts. No Delays.
Many industrial buyers operate through acquisition teams and investment committees. That process can take weeks — and often leads to price reductions or cancelled deals after months of due diligence.
At Roth Capital, the person evaluating your property is the same person making the offer and signing at closing. There is no committee vote, no analyst review, and no approval chain.
One decision maker. One conversation. A straight answer within 48 hours.
Service Area
Areas We Serve in the Charlotte Metro
We acquire industrial properties across all counties in the greater Charlotte Metropolitan area.
Mecklenburg County
Charlotte, Huntersville, Cornelius, Matthews, Mint Hill, Davidson, Pineville, Stallings, Weddington, Midland
Cabarrus County
Concord, Kannapolis, Harrisburg, Mount Pleasant, Midland, Locust
Gaston County
Gastonia, Mount Holly, Belmont, Bessemer City, Cherryville, Cramerton, Stanley, Ranlo, Lowell, McAdenville, High Shoals, Spencer Mountain
Iredell County
Mooresville, Statesville, Troutman, Lake Norman, Harmony, Love Valley
Union County
Monroe, Indian Trail, Waxhaw, Stallings, Wesley Chapel, Marvin, Weddington, Fairview, Lake Park, Mineral Springs, Hemby Bridge, Marshville, Unionville
Rowan County
Salisbury, China Grove, Granite Quarry, Spencer, Rockwell, Landis, East Spencer, Cleveland, Faith, Gold Hill, Mount Ulla
Lincoln County
Lincolnton, Denver, Boger City, Crouse, Vale
Anson County
Wadesboro, Polkton, Lilesville, Ansonville, Morven, Peachland, McFarlan
Industrial Properties We Buy Across the Charlotte Metro
Beyond Charlotte, we actively acquire warehouses, distribution centers, flex buildings, and industrial land in Concord, Gastonia, Huntersville, Mooresville, Matthews, Indian Trail, and Mint Hill. If your industrial property is in the Charlotte Metro metro area, we want to hear from you.
We also buy industrial property in Raleigh, Greensboro, Wilmington, Asheville, and Fayetteville.
Charlotte is Roth Capital’s home market. Get a confidential industrial property assessment from a local buyer.
Get a confidential offer from the decision maker — not a committee.
Charlotte Industrial Market
Industrial Real Estate Market in Charlotte
Charlotte’s industrial market is entering a new phase of equilibrium after several years of intense supply growth. Vacancy sits at 7.5% in Q4 2025, with positive absorption of +2.3 MSF in Q4 and a robust +9.5 MSF for the full year. Asking rents remain steady at approximately $10.05 PSF, reflecting stable market dynamics. The significant accomplishment here: Charlotte achieved record leasing activity in 2025 with 13.2 MSF absorbed — the strongest year on record.
What changed in late 2025 is the supply story. New large-box supply is moderating considerably, with spec delivery volume projected to decrease in 2026. This marks the beginning of the end of the mega-supply wave that defined Charlotte industrial for the prior 24 months. As construction slows, supply pressure is easing, creating a healthier dynamic for existing asset owners.
For investors and sellers, this inflection point is significant. The combination of record leasing demand, stabilizing rents, and declining new supply suggests the market has absorbed excess inventory and is moving toward more sustainable conditions. Asset owners with well-located, efficiently-operated properties are positioned well. The opportunity lies in capturing value before new construction slowdown fully translates into rent growth — and we’re at the right moment in that cycle.
50+/day
New residents added to Mecklenburg County daily
$10.05
Avg asking rent PSF (Q4 2025)
~15%
Construction cost increase since 2019
Tight
Low vacancy with limited new supply
Demand is driven by economic growth, expanding logistics operations, and distribution sector activity along the I-77/I-85 corridor. Construction costs surging 40-60% since 2019 create a replacement cost thesis that strongly favors existing industrial assets over new builds.
Key Industrial Submarkets
South Charlotte / South End
Premium mixed-use corridor with institutional investor interest. Strong flex and retail demand from tech firms, creative tenants, and professional services. Rents at top of market.
North Charlotte / Lake Norman
High-growth corridor spanning Mooresville, Huntersville, and Cornelius. Expanding flex demand from logistics support tenants, contractors, and small manufacturers.
I-77/I-85 Industrial Corridor
Primary distribution and logistics hub for the Charlotte MSA. Strong demand for flex and small-bay space from e-commerce, 3PL operators, and regional distribution.
East Charlotte / Independence Blvd
Emerging value-add corridor with lower rents and strong tenant demand from contractors, trades, and light industrial operators. Significant flex repositioning opportunity.
Airport / West Charlotte
Industrial and flex space concentrated near CLT airport. Strong demand from aviation services, logistics operators, and distribution tenants requiring airport proximity.
Market Timing
When to Sell Industrial Property in Charlotte
Several market dynamics make this an optimal window for Charlotte industrial property owners considering a sale.
Compressed Cap Rates
Institutional capital from REITs, pension funds, and large operators has driven down cap rates in the Charlotte Metro. For small and mid-sized owners, listing on the open market means competing against institutional-grade assets and waiting months. A direct sale to Roth Capital bypasses the institutional bidding process entirely.
Construction Pipeline Pressure
A significant pipeline of new industrial and warehouse space is underway across the Charlotte Metro. For owners of Class B or secondary properties, this creates urgency — more new supply means your existing asset must compete harder. Positioning your property now, before more new inventory delivers, can mean a stronger valuation.
Tech Tenant Volatility
Many tech tenants signed long-term leases during the pandemic boom. As those leases mature in 2025-2027, some tenants are consolidating, relocating, or negotiating harder. If you have tech-sector tenants approaching rollover, a direct buyer can better manage the risk of lease expiration and tenant turnover.
Replacement Cost Thesis
Rising interest rates have made new construction significantly more expensive. Land and construction costs in Charlotte continue to climb. For owners of well-maintained properties, this creates a favorable backdrop — your asset may trade at or near what it would cost to rebuild. That window narrows as more supply eventually delivers.
Strong Absorption Metrics
Charlotte’s retail vacancy sits at 2.4% — the tightest of any major NC metro. Industrial absorption reached 368,000 SF in Q4 2025 alone. These fundamentals signal that well-located assets are commanding top-of-market rents and leasing quickly. Sellers who move now benefit from this cycle’s strength.
Why Direct Sale Wins in Charlotte
Broker-listed deals in the Charlotte Metro can linger 6-12 months while competing against newly constructed Class A assets and institutional-grade buildings. A direct sale to Roth Capital removes that friction. We make a firm offer based on our understanding of your market. We close in weeks, not months. No commissions.
Charlotte is Roth Capital’s home market. Get a confidential industrial property assessment from a local buyer.
Get a confidential offer from the decision maker — not a committee.
Life Changes
Selling Because Something Changed? You’re Not Alone.
Most owners don’t sell because they want to. They sell because the property or the situation around it changed. If any of the scenarios below sound familiar, a direct, as-is sale may be the fastest path to certainty.
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Common scenario
Tired of Managing It
Commercial properties can drift when management, maintenance, or collections slip–even if the location is solid. If you’re dealing with constant tenant issues, selling can be the reset.
Common scenario
Tenant Leaving or Lease Rollover
With pandemic-era tech leases maturing across the Charlotte Metro in 2025-2027, rollover risk is real. Selling while income is still in place commands stronger pricing than carrying vacancy through a re-leasing cycle — especially if tenant improvements are needed.
Common scenario
Vacancy or Deferred Maintenance
Charlotte’s new construction pipeline means tenants have options. If your building needs repairs, capex, or a lease-up plan to compete, that investment may not pencil. We buy as-is–vacant, partially occupied, or with deferred maintenance–so you can exit without funding improvements.
Common scenario
1031 Exchange Timing
When you’re up against exchange deadlines, certainty matters more than “testing the market.” We can move quickly and coordinate with your qualified intermediary to keep timing tight (confirm with your tax advisor).
Common scenario
Partnership Disagreement
When partners disagree on hold vs. sell, reinvest vs. cash out, the property stalls. In a market moving as fast as Charlotte, indecision costs money. A direct sale converts an illiquid asset into clear proceeds and lets everyone move forward.
Common scenario
Estate or Inherited Industrial Property
Inherited properties often come with unclear records, deferred maintenance, or multiple decision makers who may not be local to Charlotte. We keep the process simple and coordinate with attorneys and executors for a clean closing.
Common scenario
Quiet, Off-Market Exit
In a market like the Charlotte Metro where competitors, tenants, and employees monitor listings closely, some owners value privacy. If you want a discreet sale with clear terms and no public listing, a direct acquisition is the simplest path.
Common scenario
Loan Maturity or Refinance Pressure
If your note is coming due, today’s rate environment can change the refinance math quickly–DSCR, reserves, lender requirements. Selling before a maturity deadline protects value and avoids last-minute concessions to lenders.
About Our Roots
My wife and I built this business hands-on, starting with over 120 renovations across the Carolinas over six years. We have personally acquired 119 properties and completed 200+ total transactions since 2019.
When you sell to Roth Capital, you are dealing directly with me. No analysts, no committee, no layers of approval. I evaluate every deal, make every offer, and show up at every closing.
We focus on industrial properties — warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities — in the $500K to $5M range across the Carolinas. If your property fits, I will give you a straight answer within 48 hours.
Property Valuation
How Much Is My Charlotte Warehouse Worth?
Key factors that drive industrial property values in the Charlotte Metro.
Building & Site Factors
- Clear Height — 24’+ clear height commands premium pricing vs. older 16-18′ buildings
- Loading Configuration — Dock-high doors vs. grade-level drive-in doors significantly impact value
- Roof Condition — Roof replacement runs $10-12/SF; remaining useful life directly affects pricing
- Parking & Yard — Paving condition ($5-7/SF to replace), trailer parking, and IOS potential
- Power & Utilities — 3-phase power, amperage, sprinkler systems, and HVAC all factor in
- Building Size — Our sweet spot is 5,000 to 100,000 SF in the Charlotte Metro
Market & Income Factors
- Cap Rate — Charlotte industrial cap rates typically range 7-9% for value-add and 5.5-7% for stabilized assets
- Lease Terms — Remaining lease term, tenant credit quality, and renewal probability
- Rent vs. Market — Below-market rents represent upside; above-market rents add risk at rollover
- Vacancy — We buy vacant properties — vacancy is not a dealbreaker for us
- Location — Proximity to interstates, Concord, Gastonia, and major employers matters
- Replacement Cost — With construction costs up 33% since 2019, older buildings trading below replacement cost have built-in value
Want to know what your industrial property is worth? Request a confidential valuation — we respond within 48 hours with a preliminary assessment. No obligation, no listing agreement.
Inside Our Acquisitions
Industrial Properties We’ve Acquired in the Carolinas
A look inside the warehouses, flex buildings, and industrial properties we’ve purchased across North Carolina.
Warehouse Renovation — We purchased this large warehouse and completed a full renovation of the exterior and interior.
Flex Building — Flex Industrial building we purchased. We did tasteful renovations and upgrades such as accent walls & lighting, new flooring, and functionality updates.
Industrial Building — Warehouse with front-loaded offices, drive-in access, and dock high access.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Selling a Warehouse or Industrial Building in Charlotte
How much is my industrial property in Charlotte worth?
Valuation depends on several factors including location, size, condition, lease terms, and current market cap rates. In the Charlotte industrial property market, we can provide a confidential valuation within 48 hours of reviewing your property details — no obligation, no listing agreement required.
Do you buy vacant warehouses in Charlotte?
Yes. We regularly acquire vacant warehouses and industrial property in Charlotte and the Charlotte Metro. Vacancy is not a dealbreaker for us — we have the capital and relationships to reposition and stabilize vacant properties. If your warehouse is sitting empty, we can make a cash offer based on the property’s repositioning potential.
Can I sell my warehouse as-is in Charlotte?
Absolutely. We purchase industrial property as-is — deferred maintenance, needed capital improvements, or operational issues are all things we underwrite and handle. You do not need to make repairs or improvements before selling. We have acquired properties with significant deferred maintenance across the Charlotte Metro and handle all repositioning post-closing.
How fast can you close on a warehouse in Charlotte?
We typically close in 30-60 days from signed LOI. Because we are a direct buyer with capital in-house, there is no waiting for bank underwriting, investor approval, or SBA loan committees. If you need a faster or slower timeline, we can accommodate that too — we have closed in as few as 21 days when the situation required it.
Do you buy contractor yards and outdoor storage properties in Charlotte?
Yes. Industrial outdoor storage (IOS), contractor yards, equipment yards, and fenced compound properties are all within our acquisition criteria. The Charlotte Metro has strong demand for IOS and contractor yard space driven by construction, trades, and logistics operators. We buy these properties with or without buildings, paved or gravel, fenced or open.
What types of industrial property do you buy in Charlotte?
We acquire warehouses, distribution centers, flex buildings, and industrial land in the $500K-$5M range. We are value-add focused, meaning we typically look for properties with operational upside or minor repositioning opportunities. We can close on stabilized assets too, but our sweet spot is identifying and improving undermanaged properties.
Can I do a 1031 exchange when selling my warehouse in Charlotte?
Yes. We routinely work with sellers who are executing 1031 exchanges and coordinate with qualified intermediaries to meet exchange deadlines. Our ability to close quickly and on a defined timeline makes us an ideal counterparty for 1031 transactions. Consult your tax advisor for specific guidance on your situation.
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Industrial Markets We Buy in the Charlotte Metro
Beyond Charlotte, we actively acquire industrial properties in Concord, Gastonia, Monroe, Kannapolis, Mooresville, Huntersville. If you own a warehouse, distribution center, or industrial property in the Charlotte Metro, we want to hear from you.
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