Industrial property has long been regarded as one of the most resilient and sought-after commercial asset classes, but recent market shifts suggest that owners considering selling may be in a prime position to capitalise on strong buyer demand.

With high competition from investors, sustained rental growth, and record sale prices in key markets, now could be the optimal time to unlock the full value of your asset. But is selling the right move for you? Let’s explore the key market drivers that are shaping industrial property sales in 2025.

1. 1. High-Quality Industrial Assets Are in Demand
      With industrial vacancy rates at historic lows and strong leasing fundamentals, buyers are actively seeking long-term leased assets with blue-chip tenants.
      Recent Burgess Rawson sales include:
      Amazon-leased distribution facility – West Gosford, NSW – $10.85M | 4.74% yield
      Pakenham, VIC logistics hub – $12.5M | 3.32% yield
      Braybrook, VIC industrial asset – $4.55M | 5.51% yield
      Buyers are paying a premium for secure, long-term lease agreements in strategic industrial precincts, ensuring sellers achieve strong capital growth and competitive exit prices.

1. 1. Rental Growth Continues to Drive Investor Confidence
      Industrial rents remain on an upward trajectory, driven by strong tenant demand and a shortage of available space:
      National industrial and logistics face rents increased by 12.5% year-on-year as of Q3 2024.
      Quarter-on-quarter rental growth slowed to 0.9% in Q3 2024, suggesting that while rents are still rising, the rapid increases seen in previous years may be stabilising.
      Looking ahead, industrial rents are expected to increase by an average of 2.2% over the next 12 months, depending on location and asset type.For industrial property owners, this means:
      ✔ Rents remain historically high, making leased assets highly attractive to investors.
      ✔ A stabilising rental market could impact future valuations, making now an opportune time to sell while demand remains strong.
      ✔ Long-term lease agreements with annual escalations remain a key selling point, ensuring stable income streams for buyers.

1. 1. Sales Data Suggests Now is the Time to Act
      Burgess Rawson’s median sale price for industrial properties sits at $3.2M, with sales ranging from $781,000 to $15M.
      81% success rate for industrial assets sold via Burgess Rawson’s Portfolio Auctions since 2022.
      Average time on market just 34 days, reflecting fast transactions and strong buyer demand.
      If you’re considering selling your industrial property, current conditions suggest you won’t be waiting long for the right buyer.

1. Softening Yields Indicate a Market Shift
   In 2024, industrial yields tightened to 5.52%, but in 2025 they have softened slightly to 5.66%.This shift means investors are seeking higher returns, suggesting that we may be at a peak selling window before market recalibrations impact pricing.
   For sellers, this means:
   ✔ Buyers are still active and willing to pay strong prices
   ✔ Long-leased, high-quality assets continue to attract premium pricing
   ✔ Now may be the best time to sell before further shifts in yield expectations

Is it time to sell your industrial property?

At Burgess Rawson, we specialise in securing record-breaking sales for industrial freeholds, leveraging our unmatched national buyer database, targeted marketing strategies, and expertise in portfolio auctions.

Thinking of selling? Get in touch for a tailored industrial market appraisal today.