If you need large-format warehouse or distribution space in Sacramento, McClellan Park is usually the first place to look. The redevelopment of the former McClellan Air Force Base in North Highlands is the single largest concentration of industrial space in the metro, with buildings that run from small flex bays up to distribution centers north of 250,000 square feet. This guide covers what warehouse space costs to rent in McClellan Park and the surrounding North Highlands corridor in 2026, what makes the submarket different, and what to check before you sign.
McClellan Park & North Highlands at a Glance
| Metric | McClellan Park / North Highlands |
|---|---|
| Lease rate (NNN) | $0.65-$1.05/SF per month |
| Typical building size | 2,000 SF flex bays to 250,000+ SF distribution |
| Clear heights | 16 ft in older sections, 32+ ft in newer builds |
| Loading | Grade-level and dock-high, both common |
| Highway access | I-80 and Watt Avenue |
| Rail | On-site rail spur available |
| Airport | McClellan Airport (general aviation) |
Lease rates reflect the Sacramento submarket guide ranges and the metro average of $0.79/SF NNN per month (Kidder Mathews, Q2 2026). Individual buildings vary with age, clear height, and loading.
McClellan Park carries roughly 3 million square feet of industrial space across the former base footprint. North Highlands wraps around it along the I-80 and Watt Avenue corridor with additional multi-tenant industrial and flex product. Together they form the large-format and rail-served core of the Sacramento market.
Why Tenants Lease in McClellan Park
1. Scale You Cannot Find Elsewhere
Most Sacramento submarkets top out in the 50,000 to 100,000 SF range. McClellan Park is where you find genuinely large distribution blocks. If you need 100,000 SF or more under one roof, this submarket and Rancho Cordova are your two realistic options, and McClellan usually has the deeper supply of true big-box product.
2. Rail Access
The former base has an on-site rail spur, which is rare in the Sacramento market. For tenants moving bulk material or finished goods by rail, that infrastructure is hard to replicate. West Sacramento is the other rail-served submarket, but it is oriented around the port rather than base-era industrial buildings.
3. Heavy Power and High Clear Height
Military-era buildings were built for aviation maintenance and heavy industrial use, so parts of McClellan Park come with heavy electrical service and high clear heights that would be expensive to add to a standard warehouse. Newer construction on the site pushes clear heights to 32 feet and above.
4. Business-Park Infrastructure
Unlike standalone industrial buildings, McClellan Park operates as a managed business park with shared roads, security, signage, and on-site management. For tenants who want a professional setting and predictable common-area charges, that structure is a real advantage.
What Space Is Available
McClellan Park and North Highlands together carry a mix of product types:
| Type | Size Range | Typical Rate (NNN/mo) | Tenant Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large distribution | 50,000-250,000+ SF | $0.70-$0.95/SF | Regional distribution, 3PL, e-commerce |
| Mid-size warehouse | 10,000-50,000 SF | $0.75-$1.00/SF | Manufacturing, wholesale, storage |
| Flex / office-warehouse | 2,000-15,000 SF | $0.80-$1.05/SF | Service businesses, contractors, light assembly |
| Rail-served / heavy industrial | varies | negotiated | Bulk material, manufacturing |
As of this update, sacramentoindustrial.com tracks active North Highlands and McClellan Park listings across these categories. Browse current North Highlands listings or McClellan Park listings for live availability with sizes, rates, and loading details.
McClellan Park vs. Other Sacramento Submarkets
| If you need… | McClellan Park fits when… | Otherwise look at… |
|---|---|---|
| Large distribution (50,000+ SF) | You want rail or heavy power | Rancho Cordova for US-50 logistics |
| Newest construction, 32 ft clear | Newer McClellan buildings qualify | Elk Grove for modern specs |
| Small shop under 5,000 SF | McClellan has some flex bays | South Sacramento for cheapest small bays |
| Port and bulk shipping | Not McClellan’s strength | West Sacramento |
McClellan Park’s niche is clear: large-format, rail-served, and heavy-industrial-capable space inside a managed park. If your priority is the newest possible building, Elk Grove’s recent construction is worth a look. If you are a small contractor who just needs a bay with a roll-up door, South Sacramento will be cheaper.
What to Check Before You Lease in McClellan Park
- Building vintage. The site mixes 1950s-era military construction with modern distribution builds. A 1960s building and a 2020 building on the same park have completely different clear heights, loading, and power. Confirm which era your target building is.
- Clear height. Older sections run 16 to 20 feet; newer product hits 32 feet and up. If you rack high, verify the number before you tour.
- Loading type. Both grade-level and dock-high exist here. Count the dock positions and confirm grade-level access if you run vans or box trucks.
- Power. Heavy power is a selling point in parts of the park, but not every building has it. Verify amperage and whether three-phase service matches your equipment.
- Rail need. If rail access is why you are here, confirm the spur actually serves your building and is active, not just present on the site.
- NNN load. Ask for actual common-area, tax, and insurance figures. Managed-park CAM is usually predictable but still adds meaningfully on top of base rent.
How to Find Space
- Browse active listings and filter to the submarket. We track North Highlands and McClellan Park availability. View North Highlands listings or McClellan Park listings.
- Tell us your requirements. Square footage, clear height, dock count, power, and target move-in. We will match you with corridor space that fits. Get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does warehouse space cost to rent in McClellan Park?
McClellan Park and North Highlands warehouse space runs roughly $0.65 to $1.05 per square foot per month NNN, with large distribution space at the lower end and flex or newer construction at the top. The Sacramento metro average is about $0.79/SF NNN per month (Kidder Mathews, Q2 2026). NNN charges for taxes, insurance, and common-area maintenance are added on top of the base rate.
What makes McClellan Park different from other Sacramento submarkets?
Scale, rail, and power. It is the largest concentration of industrial space in the metro, one of only two rail-served submarkets, and parts of it carry heavy electrical service left over from its air-base history. It is the default submarket for large distribution and heavy-industrial users.
Is McClellan Park good for small warehouse tenants?
It has some flex and small-bay product, but small tenants on a budget usually do better in South Sacramento, where older small bays rent for less. McClellan’s strength is large-format space.
How do I find available space in McClellan Park and North Highlands?
Browse active North Highlands listings and McClellan Park listings on our site, each with size, rate, and loading details, or contact us with your requirements for a curated short list. This service is free.
Related Guides
- Sacramento Submarket Guide: Where to Lease — Full submarket-by-submarket comparison
- How to Find Warehouse Space in Sacramento — The metro-wide search guide
- Sacramento Warehouse Lease Rates: 2026 — Rates by submarket and building type
- Rancho Cordova Industrial & Flex Space — The US-50 logistics submarket
- Flex Space for Rent in Sacramento — Office-warehouse combo buildings for service businesses and contractors
- West Sacramento Industrial Space for Lease — The port and rail submarket
- Cross-Dock Warehouse Space in Sacramento — High-throughput distribution configurations
Lease ranges are approximate and based on current market data and the Kidder Mathews Q2 2026 Sacramento market report. Individual listings may fall outside these ranges. For specific property pricing, see the listing details or contact us.