Small Warehouse Space in Boulder, CO: What It Costs and Where to Look

Boulder is a great place to start a business. It's a harder place to find a small warehouse for one.

If you're shipping products, building prototypes, or storing inventory, you've probably already scrolled through Boulder County listings and found two problems: the spaces are big, and the rates are high. Here's what's out there, and why many growing businesses are looking a few exits down US-36.

Key takeaways

  • Industrial and flex listings in Boulder, Louisville, and Lafayette commonly run $15 to $17 per square foot per year, higher than the Denver metro average of about $10.
  • Most available industrial space in Boulder County is 5,000 square feet or larger.
  • Broomfield, on US-36 between Denver and Boulder, keeps you close to Boulder without Boulder-area rents.
  • FlexEtc Broomfield opens January 2027 at 601 Alter St, with private suites from 200 to 2,000+ square feet on month-to-month terms.

How much does warehouse space cost around Boulder?

Industrial and flex space in Boulder County typically lists between $15 and $17 per square foot per year for small and mid-size spaces. Current listings include a 1,175 square foot Lafayette space at $17, a Louisville flex building with units from 150 to 3,910 square feet at $15, and a 14,256 square foot Boulder building at $17.

That's well above the Denver metro average of about $10.09 per square foot NNN. And like most of Colorado, these rates are quoted per year, before taxes, insurance, maintenance, and utilities.

Why is it hard to find small space near Boulder?

Most of the inventory is sized for established companies. In late 2025, CoStar counted 94 industrial spaces between 5,000 and 50,000 square feet available across Boulder, Longmont, Louisville, and Lafayette. That's plenty of choice if you need 10,000 square feet, and very little if you need 500.

Landlords in the area are also spending more to fill space, with upgraded finishes, better signage, and added perks. Those improvements tend to show up in the rent.

Why look at Broomfield?

Broomfield sits on US-36 between Boulder and Denver, so you can reach both markets without paying Boulder rates. Broomfield flex listings typically run about $11 to $15 per square foot per year. That's closer to the Denver average than to Boulder's.

It works especially well if you:

  • Live in Boulder, Louisville, Superior, or Westminster and want a short commute
  • Sell to customers in both Boulder and Denver
  • Need a loading dock and daily carrier pickups, not just an office
  • Want room to grow without signing for more space than you need today

What will FlexEtc Broomfield offer?

FlexEtc Broomfield opens January 2027 at 601 Alter St. It's built for businesses that have outgrown the garage but aren't ready for a 5,000 square foot shell. Every membership will include:

  • Private warehouse suites from 200 to 2,000+ square feet, measured as usable space
  • Loading docks, shipping and receiving, and daily carrier pickups
  • Photo and podcast studios
  • Conference rooms, shared workspace, and community events
  • High-speed WiFi, utilities, and 24/7 security, all in one monthly rate
  • Month-to-month terms

Every membership requires a security deposit, and each member business carries its own insurance. Pricing will be listed on our location page ahead of opening.

What should I compare when choosing a space?

Compare your total monthly cost, not the rate per square foot. For a traditional space, add base rent converted to a monthly number, NNN charges, utilities, internet, and anything you'd rent elsewhere, like a meeting room or studio time. Then compare that with an all-inclusive membership for the same usable space.

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Join the FlexEtc Broomfield early access list for first pick of suites, hardhat tours before opening, and our founding member offer: 3 months free on a 12-month term.

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FAQs

How much does warehouse space cost in Boulder, CO?
Small and mid-size industrial and flex spaces in Boulder County commonly list for $15 to $17 per square foot per year, plus NNN charges for taxes, insurance, and maintenance.

Is Broomfield cheaper than Boulder for warehouse space?
Broomfield flex listings typically run about $11 to $15 per square foot per year, generally below Boulder-area rates of $15 to $17.

Is there small warehouse space near Boulder?
Small spaces are limited. Most available industrial space in Boulder County is 5,000 square feet or larger. FlexEtc Broomfield, opening January 2027, will offer private suites from 200 to 2,000+ square feet on US-36 between Boulder and Denver.

When does FlexEtc Broomfield open?
FlexEtc Broomfield opens in January 2027 at 601 Alter St in Broomfield.

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