Adelaide August 2025 Commercial & Industrial Market Update

Adelaide’s commercial and industrial property market continues to grow in strategic importance, with increased investor attention on the defence, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. The highlight for August 2025 is Centuria’s $216 million acquisition of a 30-hectare logistics and warehousing site in Port Adelaide. This move represents one of the largest single-asset industrial purchases in South Australia and signals renewed confidence in the region’s long-term growth, particularly in defence-aligned and blue-chip tenant sectors.

Centuria Makes Strategic $216M Bet on Port Adelaide

The newly acquired Port Adelaide asset features modern distribution centres leased to major multinationals and sits within a strategic logistics corridor close to Inner Harbour. The move strengthens Centuria’s national logistics portfolio and reflects rising demand for long WALE assets in SA.

• 30-hectare site with modern logistics infrastructure and expansion potential

• Located in Port Adelaide, adjacent to critical road and port infrastructure

• Anchored by long-term tenants in defence, building materials, and food distribution

• Acquisition supports Centuria’s growing exposure to core logistics markets outside NSW/VIC

Industrial Suburbs to Watch in Adelaide

While Port Adelaide grabs headlines, other key precincts across Adelaide are also showing signs of strong demand — driven by proximity to infrastructure, defence manufacturing growth, and limited new land supply.

• Edinburgh: Major defence and aerospace investment continues to support high-value builds

• Gillman: Attracting transport and logistics tenants due to port proximity and land size

• Largs North: Affordable industrial lots gaining traction among SMEs and local operators

• Wingfield: Well-located for infill development and last-mile delivery services

• Mile End South: Smaller format warehouse redevelopment driving strata sales interest

New Land Releases and Planning Approvals Across Adelaide

Industrial land supply in Adelaide remains tight, but government-led zoning reforms and private subdivision activity are helping unlock new opportunities — particularly in the northern and north-western corridors.

• Northern Lefevre Peninsula seeing new DAs for warehousing and advanced manufacturing

• Edinburgh Defence Precinct undergoing new roadworks and subdivision proposals

• Gillman Industrial Zone receiving infrastructure grants for road and drainage upgrades

• Dry Creek Industrial Area gaining interest for design-and-construct distribution centres

• Port Adelaide Enfield Council introducing fast-track development pathways for large lots

Broader Trends in South Australia’s Industrial Market

Tenant activity is focused on securing scale, long-term leases, and ESG-compliant warehousing. Investor interest is also expanding into South Australia as part of portfolio diversification beyond the eastern seaboard.

• South Australia remains a core location for AUKUS-linked defence manufacturing

• Low vacancy rates pushing tenants into longer leases and earlier commitments

• Rise in tenant requirements for automation, solar, and sustainability inclusions

• Landlords reporting increased interest in long WALE, income-generating assets

Why Now Is the Right Time to Showcase Industrial Potential in Adelaide

Whether you’re preparing to lease industrial lots in Wingfield or selling a subdivided site near Port Adelaide, the current demand window makes visual communication critical. With fewer active campaigns, a strong 3D or drone-led presentation can make your listing stand out.

• 3D renders help convey site layout, build options, and infrastructure readiness

• Aerial montages build credibility in pre-sale or pre-lease campaigns

• Visual strategies reduce time on market and increase buyer or tenant confidence

How Commercial Property Marketing Can Help

At Commercial Property Marketing, we’ve helped showcase industrial estates across Australia, from Port precincts to defence zones. Our tailored 3D renders, IMs, video, and web campaigns give you everything you need to launch fast and lease or sell sooner.