The Impact of E-Commerce Growth on Industrial Real Estate—and Why Investors Should Pay Attention
By Kyle Gibbons, Acquisitions – CommercialGRP
The rise of e-commerce has fundamentally reshaped industrial real estate. What was once a niche segment has become the backbone of supply chain infrastructure, creating unprecedented demand for well-located warehouse and distribution assets. At CommercialGRP, our acquisitions strategy is built around recognizing these shifts early, analyzing their long-term impact, and positioning our investors to benefit from this structural change.
Motivated & Committed: A Disciplined Sourcing Process
Our buy box—industrial properties between 15,000 and 120,000 SF and select retail opportunities—aligns directly with the needs of e-commerce-driven tenants. These assets are increasingly vital for regional logistics and last-mile delivery. We remain disciplined and motivated in our sourcing, carefully targeting markets where demand is outpacing supply and where properties can be acquired below replacement cost
Outstanding Communicators: Transparency With Investors and Partners
We know our investors rely on clarity. That’s why our acquisitions process is structured around transparency—sharing market insights, underwriting assumptions, and risk considerations openly. Whether we’re evaluating a warehouse in Rhode Island or a retail conversion in Pennsylvania, our communication is designed to give investors full visibility into how and why we make acquisition decisions.
Self-Reliant & Detail-Oriented: Precision in Evaluation
E-commerce demand doesn’t lift all industrial assets equally. Success requires a precise, detail-oriented approach. At CommercialGRP, we analyze access to major transportation routes, tenant credit profiles, ceiling heights, and parking ratios—critical details that determine an asset’s long-term competitiveness.
This analytical rigor is consistent with the framework we outlined in Transforming Communities Through Investment. Each acquisition is measured not only against financial returns but also against its ability to strengthen the communities where we invest
Honesty, Integrity, and Lasting Value
We don’t cut corners to chase short-term gains. Our acquisitions philosophy is rooted in integrity—pursuing fair transactions that deliver value for investors, sellers, and tenants alike. By focusing on assets aligned with e-commerce demand, we’re not just acquiring buildings; we’re enabling commerce, job creation, and community revitalization.
A Strategic Opportunity for Investors
E-commerce will continue to drive industrial demand for the foreseeable future. The real question for investors is how to participate in this growth strategically. At CommercialGRP, we are committed to sourcing, evaluating, and acquiring the right assets that generate strong returns while improving the communities we serve.
If you’re interested in discussing our acquisitions pipeline or exploring opportunities in the e-commerce-driven industrial market, I invite you to connect with us directly.
