143 Telfair Road Cold Storage Sub-Lease

Overview

A Rare Cold Storage
Sub-Lease in Savannah

This is an exceptional opportunity to sub-lease a purpose-built cold storage and refrigerated warehouse facility at the intersection of Louisville Road and Telfair Road in Savannah, Georgia — one of the Southeast's most active logistics and port markets.

The facility, formerly operated as a produce cooler by Military Produce Group, offers two distinct refrigerated spaces totaling ±26,461 SF on a 6.70-acre industrial site. With ceiling heights ranging from 18 to 28 feet clear, four dock-high doors, and proven refrigeration infrastructure already in place, this property is immediately ready for cold chain operators, food distributors, and logistics users.

The sub-lease is offered on a Modified Gross basis with Space 1 available April 1, 2026 and Space 2 available August 1, 2026. Spaces may be leased individually or combined for the full ±26,461 SF.

Property

Property Specifications

Property Address	143 Telfair Road (2600 Louisville Road), Savannah, GA 31415
Chatham County Parcel ID	20629 01001
Site Area	±6.70 Acres (±291,983 SF)
Total Building Size	±26,461 SF
Year Built	1982
Zoning	I-H — Heavy Industrial, City of Savannah
Property Class	I4 — Industrial Small Tracts
Occupancy Type	Refrigerated / Cold Storage Warehouse
Dock-High Doors	4 Dock-High Doors
Grade-Level Doors	1 Grade-Level Door (Space 2)
Ceiling Heights	18–28 Ft Clear (Cold Storage Areas)
Refrigeration	Industrial Refrigeration Systems In Place
Insulation	1"–8" Insulation Throughout Cold Storage Areas
Loading	Loading Well / Dock Platform
Lease Type	Modified Gross Sub-Lease
Tax District	020 — City of Savannah

Available Spaces

Available Apr 1, 2026

Sub-Lease

Space 1 — Main Cold Storage

±19,045 SF

Former cold storage facility converted to produce cooler
Industrial refrigeration systems in place
High-bay ceiling heights up to 28 ft clear
4 dock-high loading doors
Pallet racking infrastructure available
Modified Gross lease structure
Min/Max: ±19,045 SF (not divisible)

Lease rate available upon request to qualified tenants.

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Available Aug 1, 2026

Sub-Lease

Space 2 — Cooler / Machine Shop

±7,416 SF

Produce cooler with machine shop component
Ceiling height approximately 17–18 ft clear
1 grade-level drive-in door
Divisible to ±2,596 SF minimum
Maximum contiguous: ±7,416 SF
Modified Gross lease structure

Lease rate available upon request to qualified tenants.

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Full Building Option — ±26,461 SF Combined

Both spaces may be leased together for the entire ±26,461 SF facility. This presents a unique opportunity for a single cold chain operator to control the entire building on a sub-lease basis. Contact the exclusive listing broker to discuss combined terms and phased availability.

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Zoning & Land Use

The property is zoned I-H (Heavy Industrial) within the City of Savannah's jurisdiction — one of the most permissive industrial zoning designations in the region. The I-H district is purpose-built to accommodate intensive industrial and logistics operations, including cold storage, food processing, and heavy distribution.

The site carries a Chatham County land code of I1 — Industrial 1, consistent with its established use as a large-scale refrigerated warehouse and distribution facility. The 6.70-acre site provides ample room for truck maneuvering, trailer staging, and future expansion within the existing footprint.

Prospective tenants should conduct independent zoning verification with the City of Savannah's Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) for any specific use or operational requirements.

Representative Permitted Uses (I-H District)

Cold Storage / Refrigerated Warehousing

Food Processing & Distribution

General Warehousing & Distribution

Manufacturing & Assembly

Logistics & Freight Operations

Truck Terminal / Cross-Dock

Wholesale Trade & Storage

Industrial Service Facilities

Source: City of Savannah I-H Zoning District Use List. Verify with MPC for specific use approvals.

Market Context

9.96% Savannah Industrial Vacancy Q4 2025 — Colliers

9.6M SF YTD Absorption (2025) Savannah Market

~3.4% Cold Storage Nat'l Vacancy vs. 5–7% conventional

5.6M+ Port of Savannah TEUs Record annual volume

Savannah's Industrial Momentum

Savannah's industrial market closed Q4 2025 on firmer footing, with overall vacancy declining to 9.96% — a second consecutive quarter of tightening. YTD absorption reached 9.6 million SF, driven by bulk logistics and manufacturing users. Speculative construction remains disciplined, signaling a market recalibrating toward balance entering 2026.

Cold Storage Demand Surge

Cold storage nationally operates at approximately 3.4% vacancy — dramatically tighter than conventional warehouse space. Georgia is home to 60+ cold storage facilities, and four of the five largest global refrigerated warehousing companies operate in the state. The Port of Savannah's MEDLOG facility added 300,000 SF of cold chain capacity in September 2025, reflecting surging regional demand.

Port-Driven Logistics Growth

The Port of Savannah handled nearly 5.6 million TEUs in its most recent record year, cementing its position as the Southeast's premier container gateway. The Louisville Road corridor sits within the established industrial core of West Savannah, offering direct access to I-16, I-95, and the Garden City Terminal — making 143 Telfair Road a strategically positioned cold chain node.

Location & Access

Situated at the intersection of Louisville Road and Telfair Road in West Savannah, the property offers immediate access to Savannah's primary industrial corridor and major transportation infrastructure.

~2 Miles I-16 Access Via Louisville Road

~5 Miles Port of Savannah Garden City Terminal

~8 Miles I-95 Interchange Via I-16 connector

143 Telfair Road (2600 Louisville Road) · Savannah, GA 31415 · Chatham County Parcel 20629 01001

Contact the Broker

This property is offered for sub-lease at a rate to be disclosed to qualified tenants. To receive lease rate information, a full property package, and to schedule a tour, please contact the exclusive listing broker.

Joel Boblasky

Associate Broker · PIER Commercial Real Estate

📞 912-239-6299

✉ joel@piercommercial.com

🌐 www.piercommercial.com

PIER Commercial Real Estate · Savannah, GA
Serving Coastal Georgia & the Lowcountry of South Carolina

143 Telfair Road

A Rare Cold StorageSub-Lease in Savannah