Family Office Briefing on research bySavills·Apr 8, 2026
Chicago Q1 2026 Industrial Market Report
Chicago industrial market tightens modestly as vacancy declines to 7.2% in Q1 2026 — family offices should consider co-GP opportunities with disciplined operators.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 7.2% |
| Asking Rental Rate | 7.99$/sf |
| Net Absorption YTD | 6.4msf |
| Deliveries YTD | 1.4msf |
| Under Construction | 9.1msf |
Metrics extracted from the source report and independently fact-checked. Method →
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