Based on 107 recorded commercial sales in the trailing 24 months, the median sale price for commercial/retail/office property in Commerce City is $3,000,000 (typical range $1.25M–$5.8M), and industrial/warehouse properties close at a median of $2,337,500 (typical range $277,500–$4,548,000). Your number depends on property type, income, zoning, and condition.
Last updated: June 2026 · Public county records, trailing 24 months
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Public county records for the trailing 24 months show 107 qualified commercial sales in Commerce City. Commercial/retail/office properties have a median sale price of $3,000,000; industrial and warehouse properties have a median of $2,337,500. Both categories show wide ranges, meaning individual property characteristics matter enormously.
Source: Public Colorado county records (county assessor and clerk filings), aggregated. Window: Trailing 24 months (sales on/after 2024-06-01). Caveat: Figures are descriptive statistics from recorded transactions, not appraisals or opinions of value. Individual properties vary widely.
The wide typical ranges reflect Commerce City's diverse commercial landscape — from small strip retail on Quebec Street to large-format industrial buildings along the Union Pacific rail corridor and the I-76 / I-270 interchange zone. A 2,000 sq ft neighborhood retail unit and a 40,000 sq ft distribution center both fall within "commercial property" but trade in entirely different buyer pools and at very different price points.
The figures above are the best available public benchmark. Your specific number will depend on several additional variables covered in the sections below. Request a market analysis for your specific address.
A commercial sale in Colorado typically moves through eight stages — from pre-listing preparation through final closing. Each stage has its own timeline and potential pitfalls. Understanding the full process before you list protects you from avoidable delays and lost deals.
Compile all title documents, current leases, rent rolls, trailing 24-month operating statements, existing surveys, and any inspection or environmental reports. Buyers and brokers will ask for these immediately upon serious interest.
2–4 weeks before listingObtain a professional Broker Opinion of Value (BOV) or a formal USPAP-compliant appraisal. Anchor your asking price to income capitalization and comparable sales — not replacement cost. Overpricing is the #1 seller mistake in this market.
2–3 weeksCommerce City's industrial heritage means a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment is frequently required by buyers' lenders. Commission one proactively. If issues surface, understand your disclosure obligations and remediation options before they surprise you mid-deal.
2–4 weeksSelect a licensed Colorado commercial broker with demonstrated Adams County / Commerce City transaction history. Review listing agreement terms carefully — especially exclusivity period, commission structure, and co-op provisions.
Before listingQuality marketing includes a professional offering memorandum (OM), CoStar and LoopNet listings, broker outreach to qualified buyer lists, and targeted digital campaigns. Industrial properties near I-76 often attract regional and national investor interest.
Active listing: 60–180 daysReview Letters of Intent (LOIs) carefully — consider not just price but earnest money deposit, due diligence period length, financing contingencies, and buyer credentials. Price is only one dimension of offer quality.
1–3 weeksThe buyer's due diligence period typically runs 30–60 days for commercial transactions. Expect requests for estoppels from tenants, a new appraisal ordered by the buyer's lender, physical inspections, and zoning confirmation. Be responsive and transparent to avoid re-trades.
30–60 daysColorado commercial closings typically occur through a title company. Confirm title is clear, all leases and service contracts are properly assigned, and any tax proration calculations are accurate. Consult a transaction attorney and your CPA about 1031 exchange timing if applicable.
1–4 weeks after DDFrom the day you decide to sell through the day proceeds hit your account, expect a minimum of 4–6 months for a well-priced, well-documented property — and considerably longer if the property is overpriced, has environmental issues, or faces complex lease situations.
Properties with complications — unresolved environmental issues, disputed leases, unclear easements, or pricing significantly above market — commonly take 12–24 months or never sell without a price reduction. Start your preparation early, especially if your timeline is driven by a loan maturity or a pending 1031 exchange.
The biggest single driver of commercial sale price is income — specifically net operating income (NOI) capitalized at the appropriate market cap rate for that property type and submarket. After income, location-specific factors unique to Commerce City weigh heavily.
NOI (gross rents minus operating expenses) is the primary valuation input. A fully leased property with strong, creditworthy tenants commands a lower cap rate (higher price) than a vacant or partially leased one.
Commerce City's C-2, C-3, I-1, and I-2 zones differ substantially in permitted uses and development density. Higher-intensity zoning (especially near I-76 / I-270) can support more buyers and stronger pricing.
Proximity to I-76, I-270, and the Union Pacific rail corridor is a material premium for industrial buyers. Highway frontage on Highway 2 drives retail and commercial value. Distance from Denver's urban core and DIA also factors in.
Buyers discount for deferred maintenance, roof condition, HVAC age, and ADA compliance gaps. Properties with recent capital improvements and clear maintenance histories close faster and at lower concessions.
Known or suspected contamination (especially on historic industrial sites) can reduce pricing, limit buyer pool to cash buyers, or stall deals entirely. A clean Phase I ESA is a positive asset in negotiations.
Long-term leases with credit tenants (especially national brands or government) add significant value. Month-to-month or short-remaining-term leases reduce investment appeal and push buyers toward owner-user or redevelopment valuations.
Excess land adjacent to existing improvements can be a premium — especially in Commerce City's land-constrained industrial subareas near Reunion and Turnpike Business Park. Buyers value optionality for future expansion.
Interest rate environments affect buyer leverage and therefore effective purchasing power. Cap rate compression cycles (often driven by low rates) inflate values; rising rate environments cause cap rate expansion and price softening. Timing the broader market is difficult, but awareness matters.
The costliest mistakes are almost always made before the first offer arrives — pricing errors, documentation gaps, and timing miscalculations that either kill deals or leave money on the table.
What it cost you to build or buy in a prior cycle is irrelevant to what a buyer will pay today. Buyers underwrite to current income and comparable sales. Price to the market, not your basis.
Sellers who ignore environmental history and get blindsided by a buyer's Phase I report often see deals collapse or price collapse in equal measure. Know your environmental status before you list.
Buyers walk away from deals where operating statements are inconsistent, missing, or clearly commingled with personal expenses. Clean, consistent financials signal a professional seller and protect your price.
Assuming your current use is fully conforming can derail a deal when a buyer's lender or attorney discovers a non-conformity. Confirm your zoning status with the city proactively.
A high-priced offer with a 90-day due diligence period, soft earnest money, and financing contingencies can be worse than a slightly lower offer from a cash buyer on a 30-day close. Model all the terms, not just the headline price.
If you plan to defer capital gains via a 1031 exchange, you must identify replacement property within 45 days of closing and close within 180 days. These deadlines cannot be extended. Plan well in advance.
Commerce City is not a monolithic commercial market. It spans distinct subareas: the Highway 2 / Brighton Boulevard commercial corridor (retail, services, mixed use), the I-76 industrial corridor (warehousing, manufacturing, distribution), the Reunion / Turnpike area (newer commercial and flex), and properties near the Adams County Fairgrounds and Barr Lake corridors.
Buyers purchasing in Commerce City often cite I-76 and I-270 freeway access, proximity to the Union Pacific intermodal facility, and relatively lower land costs compared to Denver's urban core as primary drivers. Industrial demand has been strong along the northeastern metro, and Commerce City captures a meaningful share of that activity.
Retail and office properties on Highway 2 serve local trade areas and are priced relative to local household income and traffic counts — a distinctly different buyer pool than industrial investors. Understanding which submarket your property sits in is the starting point for realistic pricing.
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