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Forward Innovation Center East Walton Hills, OH 44146 119,828 - 1,036,974 SF of Industrial Space Available

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PARK HIGHLIGHTS

  • Forward Innovation Center East is a 111-acre modern industrial campus offering well-connected spec and build-to-suit space with flexible zoning.
  • Will be equipped with heavy utility infrastructure with 25 MW power capacity, 26 dock-high doors, three drive-ins, and 60-foot speed bays, and more.
  • Select from three additional pad-ready sites of 462,000-SF, 156,146-SF, and 119,828-SF build-to-suit state-of-the-art industrial facilities.
  • Coming in 2026, the 299,000-square-foot spec warehouse will feature 32-foot heights, 50-foot by 50-foot column spacing, and custom office suites.
  • Major markets like New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia are within a 10-hour drive, placing businesses within reach of half the country’s population.
  • Direct rail access via Norfolk Southern and highway visibility at Interstates 271 and 480 provides seamless regional and national logistics.

PARK FACTS

Total Space Available 1,036,974 SF
Park Type Industrial Park

ALL AVAILABLE SPACES(4)

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Forward Innovation Center East
7845 Northfield Rd - Walton Hills 3
299,000 SF | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | View Building Details
Building Type/Class
Industrial/A
Building Subtype
Warehouse
Building Size
299,000 SF
Lot Size
21.10 AC
Year Built
2027
Zoning
IG - Heavy Industrial
  • SPACE
  • SIZE
  • TERM
  • RENTAL RATE
  • SPACE USE
  • CONDITION
  • AVAILABLE
  • 1st Floor
  • 299,000 SF
  • 1-20 Years
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Industrial
  • Spec Suite
  • 2026-03-31

Shovel-ready pad site build-to-suit, warehouse facility takes between one and two years to complete construction.

Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
1st Floor 299,000 SF 1-20 Years Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Industrial Spec Suite 2026-03-31
Forward Innovation Center East
7845 Northfield Rd - Walton Hills 3
299,000 SF | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | View Building Details
Building Type/Class
Industrial/A
Building Subtype
Warehouse
Building Size
299,000 SF
Lot Size
21.10 AC
Year Built
2027
Zoning
IG - Heavy Industrial

7845 Northfield Rd - 1st Floor

Size
299,000 SF
Term
1-20 Years
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Industrial
Condition
Spec Suite
Available
2026-03-31
Forward Innovation Center East
7845 Northfield Rd - Walton Hills 5
156,146 SF | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | View Building Details
Building Type/Class
Industrial/A
Building Subtype
Warehouse
Building Size
156,146 SF
Lot Size
3.58 AC
  • SPACE
  • SIZE
  • TERM
  • RENTAL RATE
  • SPACE USE
  • CONDITION
  • AVAILABLE
  • 1st Floor
  • 156,146 SF
  • 1-20 Years
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Industrial
  • -
  • 2026-05-11

Shovel-ready pad site build-to-suit, warehouse facility takes between one and two years to complete construction.

Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
1st Floor 156,146 SF 1-20 Years Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Industrial - 2026-05-11
Forward Innovation Center East
7845 Northfield Rd - Walton Hills 5
156,146 SF | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | View Building Details
Building Type/Class
Industrial/A
Building Subtype
Warehouse
Building Size
156,146 SF
Lot Size
3.58 AC

7845 Northfield Rd - 1st Floor

Size
156,146 SF
Term
1-20 Years
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Industrial
Condition
-
Available
2026-05-11
Forward Innovation Center East
7845 Northfield Rd - Walton Hills 4
462,000 SF | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | View Building Details
Building Type/Class
Industrial/A
Building Subtype
Warehouse
Building Size
462,000 SF
Lot Size
32.60 AC
Year Built
2027
  • SPACE
  • SIZE
  • TERM
  • RENTAL RATE
  • SPACE USE
  • CONDITION
  • AVAILABLE
  • 1st Floor
  • 462,000 SF
  • 1-20 Years
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Industrial
  • -
  • 2026-10-30

Shovel-ready pad site build-to-suit, warehouse facility takes between one and two years to complete construction.

Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
1st Floor 462,000 SF 1-20 Years Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Industrial - 2026-10-30
Forward Innovation Center East
7845 Northfield Rd - Walton Hills 4
462,000 SF | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | View Building Details
Building Type/Class
Industrial/A
Building Subtype
Warehouse
Building Size
462,000 SF
Lot Size
32.60 AC
Year Built
2027

7845 Northfield Rd - 1st Floor

Size
462,000 SF
Term
1-20 Years
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Industrial
Condition
-
Available
2026-10-30
Forward Innovation Center East
7845 Northfield Rd - Walton Hills 6
119,828 SF | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | View Building Details
Building Type/Class
Industrial/A
Building Subtype
Warehouse
Building Size
119,828 SF
Lot Size
108.43 AC
Year Built
2027
Zoning
MUD - Mixed Use Development District
  • SPACE
  • SIZE
  • TERM
  • RENTAL RATE
  • SPACE USE
  • CONDITION
  • AVAILABLE
  • 1st Floor
  • 119,828 SF
  • 1 Year
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Industrial
  • -
  • 2026-06-01

Shovel-ready pad site build-to-suit, warehouse facility takes between one and two years to complete construction.

Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
1st Floor 119,828 SF 1 Year Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Industrial - 2026-06-01
Forward Innovation Center East
7845 Northfield Rd - Walton Hills 6
119,828 SF | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | View Building Details
Building Type/Class
Industrial/A
Building Subtype
Warehouse
Building Size
119,828 SF
Lot Size
108.43 AC
Year Built
2027
Zoning
MUD - Mixed Use Development District

7845 Northfield Rd - 1st Floor

Size
119,828 SF
Term
1 Year
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Industrial
Condition
-
Available
2026-06-01

7845 Northfield Rd - 1st Floor

Size 299,000 SF
Term 1-20 Years
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Industrial
Condition Spec Suite
Available 2026-03-31

Shovel-ready pad site build-to-suit, warehouse facility takes between one and two years to complete construction.

7845 Northfield Rd - 1st Floor

Size 156,146 SF
Term 1-20 Years
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Industrial
Condition -
Available 2026-05-11

Shovel-ready pad site build-to-suit, warehouse facility takes between one and two years to complete construction.

7845 Northfield Rd - 1st Floor

Size 462,000 SF
Term 1-20 Years
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Industrial
Condition -
Available 2026-10-30

Shovel-ready pad site build-to-suit, warehouse facility takes between one and two years to complete construction.

7845 Northfield Rd - 1st Floor

Size 119,828 SF
Term 1 Year
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Industrial
Condition -
Available 2026-06-01

Shovel-ready pad site build-to-suit, warehouse facility takes between one and two years to complete construction.

SELECT TENANTS AT THIS PROPERTY

  • Cardinal Health
  • Great Day Improvements

PARK OVERVIEW

Forward Innovation Center East, located at 7845 Northfield Road in Walton Hills, Ohio, presents an outstanding industrial and distribution hub designed to meet the needs of modern businesses. This newly developed 111-acre campus offers a range of flexible, high-quality facilities with spec and build-to-suit pad-ready sites available. It is ideal for aerospace, logistics, e-commerce, and manufacturing, providing companies with the space and infrastructure to grow and thrive. The strategic location near key highways and transportation corridors ensures easy access to major regional and national markets, positioning it as a prime choice for businesses seeking optimal distribution and manufacturing facilities. Select from four proposed pad-ready site plans: 119,828 square feet, 156,146 square feet, 299,000 square feet, and 462,000 square feet, offering spec or build-to-suit warehouse solutions tailored to meet a wide range of operational needs. The proposed 299,000-square-foot spec building is slated to be delivered in 2026 and will feature 32-foot clear heights, 50-foot by 50-foot column spacing, 60-foot speed bays, and 26 dock-high doors, along with three drive-in doors, expandable for additional needs. The property also includes the potential for outdoor storage, making it highly adaptable for various industrial uses. Built to support flexible designs, it allows businesses to customize office space while benefiting from existing infrastructure, including heavy power (25 MW) and ample utility services. This space is perfectly suited for manufacturing, light assembly, e-commerce, and bulk distribution operations. The strategic location of Forward Innovation Center East offers businesses unparalleled access to key transportation networks. Join current tenants CardinalHealth and Great Day Improvements at Forward Innovation Center East Campus. Situated just 17 minutes north of the Ohio Turnpike, with direct access to Interstates 271 and 480, these facilities ensure quick and efficient routes to major markets across the country. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and the Port of Cleveland are both within a 30-minute drive, providing additional shipping and freight options. Proximity to Norfolk Southern Rail enhances the facility's appeal by offering convenient rail freight services, making it easy to move goods via multiple transportation modes. With a one-day truck drive to markets like Chicago, Detroit, Pittsburgh, Columbus, and Buffalo, businesses can easily serve over half the US population, creating a competitive advantage for distribution and logistics operations. Walton Hills, nestled in the Greater Cleveland metropolitan area, is a thriving industrial hub with a well-established infrastructure to support businesses. The area offers a robust labor pool, with over 40,000 warehouse employees within a 10-mile radius and a regional population of 455,000 residents. This vibrant community provides the workforce necessary for efficient manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics operations. Additionally, the region’s supportive business environment, including potential tax incentives, makes Forward Innovation Center East an ideal choice for companies looking to expand their operations in a dynamic and growing market. Forward Innovation Center East offers businesses a prime opportunity to establish or expand their operations in a strategically located, high-quality industrial facility. The flexible warehouse space, robust infrastructure, and excellent transportation access make this campus highly desirable.

PARK BROCHURE

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FIC East Brochure 2025

ABOUT BEDFORD

Bedford is among the most populous areas in Cleveland and is home to more than 23,000 residents. Logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare are major industries in Bedford, and some of the largest employers in the area include New Age Logistics, JB Hudco, Arhaus, and University Hospitals.

Bedford is strategically located with easy access to major interstates including I-480, I-271, and I-80, as well as the Norfolk Southern and Cleveland Commercial Railway lines. The area is just a 15-minute drive to the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, which serves as an air cargo hub for various airlines including United, Delta, and Southwest, as well as logistics companies such as UPS and FedEx. Bedford is also situated just 20 miles southeast of the Port of Cleveland, the third-largest port in the Great Lakes.

Employers in Bedford have access to the region’s top talent and is located near higher education institutions such as Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland State University. Bedford is also located near many of the largest suburbs in the region including Solon, Twinsburg, and Garfield Heights. A strategic location and mid-level rents make Bedford an attractive location for industrial tenants and investors alike.

DEMOGRAPHICS

REGIONAL ACCESSIBILITY

50 Miles 50 Mi. 100 Miles 100 Mi. 500 Miles 500 Mi.
CITY
POPULATION
MILES
DRIVE TIME
Columbus
892,533
131
2 h 29 m
Indianapolis
867,125
309
5 h 47 m
Chicago
2,705,994
359
6 h 45 m
Philadelphia
1,584,138
414
7 h 45 m
New York
8,398,748
448
8 h 30 m
Charlotte
872,498
497
9 h 18 m
ACCESS AND LABOR FORCE
10 MILES
Total Population
474,086
Total Labor Force
235,865
Unemployment Rate
3.90%
Median Household Income
$68,475
Warehouse Employees
40,111
High School Education Or Higher
93.50%
$ values in USD

LEASING TEAM

LEASING TEAM

Jeffrey Kennedy, Director of Transactions
As head of the Transactions Department for Weston Inc., Jeff's role includes the marketing, showing and leasing of Weston's expanding portfolio. He accomplishes this by developing strong relationships with Weston's existing tenants, economic development directors and other community leaders, and the brokerage community. With strong ties to the community, Jeff is an ardent member of the Kiwanis Club of Independence. He assists the volunteer organization in their diverse calendar of events and fundraisers specifically designed to improve the lives and opportunities of children and their families. Jeff is a certified PADI Open Water Diver, and enjoys scuba diving with his wife throughout the Caribbean Sea. Jeff, his wife, and two children live in Independence.
Jack Green, Transactions Associate
Jack loves traveling to different countries, especially any island. He has been to 7 different countries including Spain, Costa Rica, Curacao, Saint Maarten, Belize, Honduras, and Mexico.


Jack enjoys playing golf and basketball.  These two sports have continued to give him the ability to keep a competitive drive even when he was finished with organized sports. To add to that, he's also a very avid sports fan and loves the Cavs, Indians, and the Pittsburgh Steelers. On the weekends Jack will likely be visiting a variety of different spots in and around the Cleveland area, especially Ohio City.


Jack's role at Weston includes the marketing, showing and leasing of Weston's expanding portfolio. This is accomplished by developing strong relationships with Weston's existing tenants, economic development directors and other community leaders, and the brokerage community.
A recent graduate of Bowling Green State University, Jack currently lives in Cleveland.
Jeff Sabo, Senior Transactions Associate
Outside of real estate, Jeff enjoys playing golf, hiking, and collecting vintage vinyl records.  As Senior Transactions Associate, Jeff is responsible for the marketing, showing, and leasing of Weston’s expanding portfolio.  He brings over 10 years of real estate experience and is a graduate of Cleveland State University.  Jeff and his family live in Willoughby.
  • Listing ID: 29154212

  • Date on Market: 2025-05-01

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 7845 Northfield Rd, Walton Hills, OH 44146

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