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    Top Industrial Submarkets in Fort Worth (Alliance, South Fort Worth, and More)

    Daniel WeberJanuary 6, 2026

    Top Industrial Submarkets in Fort Worth: 2026 Market Guide

    Fort Worth's industrial market spans over 400 million square feet across diverse submarkets. Choosing the right submarket impacts your rent costs, logistics efficiency, and operational success.

    Fort Worth Industrial Market Overview

    Fort Worth Industrial by the Numbers (2026):

  1. Total inventory: 410+ million square feet
  2. Overall vacancy: 8.2%
  3. Average asking rent: $7.35 PSF NNN
  4. Under construction: 18 million SF
  5. Alliance / North Fort Worth

    Alliance is Fort Worth's premier industrial submarket and one of the most significant master-planned industrial developments in the United States.

    Overview:

  6. Location: North Fort Worth along I-35W and SH-170
  7. Development: 27,000+ acres master-planned by Hillwood
  8. Inventory: 55+ million SF
  9. Vacancy: 7.8%
  10. Average rent: $7.75-$9.25 PSF NNN
  11. Key Features:

  12. BNSF Intermodal Facility for rail-to-truck logistics
  13. Alliance Airport for dedicated cargo
  14. Class A product with 32-36 foot clear heights
  15. Best For: National distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, 3PL operations

    South Fort Worth

    Overview:

  16. Location: Along I-20 and I-35W south of downtown
  17. Inventory: 65+ million SF
  18. Vacancy: 9.5%
  19. Average rent: $5.75-$7.50 PSF NNN
  20. Key Features:

  21. Product diversity from older manufacturing to new Class A
  22. Manufacturing heritage with heavy power and crane capabilities
  23. More affordable land and development costs
  24. Best For: Cost-conscious tenants, manufacturing, regional distribution

    East Fort Worth / I-30 Corridor

    Overview:

  25. Location: Along I-30 east of downtown
  26. Inventory: 25+ million SF (growing rapidly)
  27. Vacancy: 6.5%
  28. Average rent: $6.50-$8.00 PSF NNN
  29. Best For: Last-mile delivery, companies serving both Dallas and Fort Worth

    Submarket Comparison Matrix

    | Submarket | Avg Rent (NNN) | Vacancy | Best For |

    |-----------|---------------|---------|----------|

    | Alliance | $7.75-9.25 | 7.8% | National distribution, e-commerce |

    | South Fort Worth | $5.75-7.50 | 9.5% | Manufacturing, regional distribution |

    | East Fort Worth | $6.50-8.00 | 6.5% | Last-mile, growing companies |

    | West Fort Worth | $4.50-6.25 | 10.5% | Cost-sensitive, regional |

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which Fort Worth submarket has the lowest industrial rents?

    West Fort Worth/Weatherford offers the lowest rents at $4.50-$6.25 PSF NNN.

    Where should I locate for e-commerce fulfillment?

    Alliance is the premier choice for large-scale e-commerce fulfillment.

    Contact Daniel Weber to explore Fort Worth industrial opportunities.

    Written by

    Daniel Weber

    Expert commercial real estate advisor at SVN Trinity Advisors, helping investors and businesses navigate the Fort Worth market.

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