Clear height is floor to lowest obstruction. Most contractors need 12-14 ft; e-commerce with racking needs 16-18 ft. [Get Flex Space](/) offers 14-20 ft clear height.
Contractor garage space in Western NC rents $18-22/SF NNN. Find 1,000-3,000 SF bays in Fletcher and Arden with high clear height, 200 amp power, and drive-in doors.
Industrial space in Columbia SC from 2,000-4,000 SF. Lower rents than Charlotte. Drive-in doors, 24/7 access, move-in as fast as 2 weeks.
Storage unit costs $141/mo but offers no power or drive-in access. Contractor bay costs ~$1,583/mo for 950+ SF with drive-in, 14-20 ft clear, 100-200 amp. Real cost comparison.
Flex space and small warehouses near Asheville rent from $18-22/SF. Fletcher and Arden offer 1,000-3,000 SF units with drive-in doors and high clear height.
Industrial space for lease in Durham ranges $14-22/SF depending on location. South Durham near I-40 offers newer builds; RTP corridor commands premium pricing. See current availability.