Colorado’s commercial real estate market is changing fast, and in 2025, one category is leading the way: flex space.
While giant distribution centers dominate headlines, it’s the small-bay flex warehouses and privately owned storage condos—typically 1,000 to 20,000 sq. ft.—that are driving growth in the Denver metro and across Colorado. Demand is outpacing supply, vacancy rates are near record lows, and small businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors are all competing for these versatile spaces.
At The Garage Den, we see firsthand how Colorado’s small business owners and innovators are reshaping the market for flex space and industrial condos.
Why Colorado Flex Space Is in Record Demand
Tight Vacancies Across Denver and Colorado Springs
Industrial properties under 50,000 sq. ft. are leasing faster than ever in Colorado.
Denver Metro: Vacancy rates for small-bay industrial units are at historic lows, while big-box warehouses sit empty.
Colorado Springs: Asking rents for small flex bays reached $11 per sq. ft. in 2024 and continue to climb.
Front Range Markets: From Boulder to Fort Collins, demand for privately owned business storage and warehouse condos far exceeds available inventory.
For local businesses, securing flex warehouse space in Colorado has become a competitive process—units often lease or sell within weeks of delivery.
Who’s Moving Into Colorado Flex Space?
The Garage Den community attracts a diverse range of tenants and owners:
Trades & Contractors: Electricians, HVAC, plumbers, and builders who need a reliable shop and storage bay.
E-Commerce Brands: Online sellers and last-mile distributors using flex warehouses near Denver for staging and delivery.
Small Manufacturers: Breweries, custom furniture makers, and tech startups looking for affordable light industrial condos.
Entrepreneurs & Hobbyists: Car collectors, creators, and small teams seeking private storage and workspace under one roof.
Owner-Users & Investors: Business owners who want to buy their own flex condo in Colorado, building equity instead of renting indefinitely.
Why Supply Can’t Keep Up in Colorado
Despite record demand, very few new small flex warehouse projects are being built in Colorado. Developers focus on massive distribution centers, leaving micro-flex units in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder chronically undersupplied.
That scarcity has created:
Rising rents for flex space.
Quick lease-up and sell-out of new projects.
A strong resale market for industrial condos.
At The Garage Den, we built our model specifically to fill this gap—creating flex condo communities designed for small business owners, investors, and creators who need space now and want equity long-term.
Flex Space Investment in Colorado
Investors are taking note:
Rent Growth: Colorado small-bay warehouses now lease for double what they did a decade ago.
High Occupancy: With vacancies under 4%, cash flow is steady.
Strong Resale: Privately owned storage condos in Denver and Colorado Springs are appreciating rapidly as supply lags demand.
For entrepreneurs, buying your own flex condo at The Garage Den is not just about space—it’s about building wealth through real estate while running your business.
Outlook for Colorado Flex Space in 2025
Looking ahead:
Vacancy rates will stay tight—around 3–5% for small-bay space.
Rents will keep climbing, especially in Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins.
Owner-user demand will grow, as more small businesses look to lock in their own warehouse condos instead of renting.
Colorado’s economic growth, booming housing market, and surge in entrepreneurship all point to continued strong demand for flex space and privately owned storage.
The Garage Den: Colorado’s Flex Space Solution
At The Garage Den, we’ve built a community designed around Colorado’s need for:
Privately owned storage condos you can customize.
Flex space in Denver and Colorado Springs that works for small businesses, trades, and e-commerce.
Small business locations where you can work, store, and grow—all while owning your real estate.
Whether you’re an electrician looking for shop space, an e-commerce brand needing last-mile distribution, or an investor seeking stable returns, The Garage Den offers the flex warehouse solution Colorado businesses have been waiting for.
Ready to learn more about buying your own flex condo in Colorado? Contact us today to explore available units in Denver, Colorado Springs, and across the Front Range.