DEMAND MOMENTUM INCREASES
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The Berlin warehouse and logistics market recorded a take-up of 189,000 sqm in the first half of 2026. Following a very strong first quarter, the capital region thus posted a result approximately 10% below the level achieved in the corresponding period of the previous year and remained 23% below the ten-year average. Despite the somewhat weaker take-up performance in the second quarter, occupier demand has continued to gain momentum overall. This trend is particularly evident in the strong activity within the small-space segment of up to 5,000 sqm and the noticeably higher number of lettings, which increased by around 40% year-on-year.
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In addition, interest from Asian e-commerce companies is on the rise, with a growing number of occupiers actively seeking logistics space across the Greater Berlin area. The largest letting recorded so far was completed by the Chinese supply chain management and logistics provider JD Logistics, which leased 39,000 sqm in Ludwigsfelde.
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While rental levels have remained stable in recent months, they continue to show positive year-on-year growth. The prime rent for logistics space of 5,000 sqm and above increased slightly to €8.30/sqm compared to mid-2025, while the average rent stands at €7.30/sqm (+1% year-on-year). For smaller light-industrial units within the Berlin city area, rental levels can be even higher in some locations.