Airport Industria is an established industrial node in Cape Town, close to Cape Town International Airport and with direct access to the N2, N1 and R300. That puts occupiers within easy reach of the airport, the port and the main routes to Gauteng and the rest of the Western Cape. It also has a deep local labour pool and an established supply of warehouses to suit most operational needs. These Industrial Property FAQs answer the questions logistics and warehousing occupiers ask most.

The area offers everything from small units of a few hundred square metres to large warehouses of several thousand square metres, and some larger occupiers combine adjacent units. Tell us your floor area, clear height, yard and office needs and we will match them against what is available now and what is coming to market.

Most industrial leases are between 3 and 5 years, with longer terms for large, specialised or fitted-out premises. Longer terms can help you negotiate better rentals, rent-free periods or landlord contributions to improvements. Short-term rentals are charged at a premium.

Rentals are normally quoted per square metre per month, excluding VAT, on a net basis. You should budget for VAT at the prevailing rate, municipal rates and taxes (usually recovered from the tenant), utilities, insurance of your own contents and any levies where the building is part of a park. Leases normally escalate annually at a fixed percentage, typically 7–8%. A deposit or bank guarantee is usually required, usually two months’ rental. See the Airport Property Barometer for current asking and signed rents.

Focus on:

• Clear internal height (for racking and stacking)
• The number and type of loading doors (dock-level or ground-level)
• Truck access and turning circle
• Yard size and security
• Floor loading capacity
• Fire protection (sprinklers)
• Office and ablution facilities
• Power supply

We can help you balance these against rental and location.

It depends on your racking and handling equipment. Older units in the area are often around 5m to the eaves, while modern or larger warehouses can offer significantly more. If you plan to use high-bay racking or automation, check height, floor flatness and sprinkler requirements before shortlisting.

Check the installed capacity (in kVA), whether the supply is three-phase, and whether the building already has a generator, solar PV or battery system. Many occupiers now factor backup power into their lease negotiations. Ask us which properties have this in place or can have it installed.

Often yes, subject to the landlord’s consent and the lease terms. Racking, mezzanine floors, additional offices, roller shutter doors and security upgrades are common. Be clear on who pays and who owns the improvements, and whether you must reinstate the property when the lease ends.

Most industrial properties allow warehousing and light manufacturing, but zoning, consent uses and fire-department requirements differ by property and by the goods you handle. If you store hazardous, flammable or food products, tell us at the start so we can check zoning and compliance before you commit.

It depends on the space you need and how much has to be done to the building. For suitable, vacant properties, a deal can be concluded in a few weeks. Larger fit-outs, alterations or lease negotiations take longer, so start your search 3 to 6 months before you need to move.

Yes. We assist owner-occupiers and investors with buying and selling industrial property in Airport Industria and the surrounding areas, including valuations, tenant profiles and lease reviews for investment purchases. See our Industrial Property Purchase Checklist before you commit. If you plan to occupy the property yourself, read our guide to buying industrial property in Airport Industria.

Send us a short brief: the size you need, your preferred location, required clear height and loading doors, your timeline and your budget. We will come back with suitable options, arrange viewings and handle the negotiation through to signing. Contact us by clicking the button below.