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CIM Insights
Cold Storage:
A Compelling Niche Sector Positioned for Growth
June 2025
Real Estate
Cold storage is emerging as a high-demand, supply-constrained real estate sector driven by shifts in consumer behavior, e-commerce, and pharmaceutical logistics. Learn why this niche asset class is gaining attention and how it offers potential for long-term value creation.
Key Takeaways:
- Cold storage demand is fast-growing due to the rise of online grocery shopping, subscription meal kits, and pharmaceutical needs, including temperature-sensitive drugs.
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- Despite growing demand, the U.S. cold storage market is underbuilt, with most facilities outdated and new developments requiring specialized expertise and capital.?
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- With limited supply and increasing need, cold storage presents a compelling opportunity for real estate owners, especially those with the operational and technical capabilities to develop or retrofit facilities.
Cold Storage:
A Compelling Niche Sector Positioned for Growth
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