When a 50,000-square-foot industrial distribution center moves from one tenant to the next without a single day of vacancy, that’s not luck. That’s execution. At 100 Brookdale Drive in Springfield, MA, Jennings Real Estate secured Breakaway Real Estate LLC (the real estate entity for Manny’s Appliances) as the incoming tenant before the building had a chance to sit idle.
The result: zero downtime, sustained income for ownership, and a seamless transition for one of the region’s established appliance retailers now running a regional distribution center from one of Western Massachusetts’s most strategically positioned industrial addresses.
100 Brookdale Drive: Industrial Warehouse Lease Overview
- Broker: Kevin Jennings & Jonathan Little, Jennings Real Estate
- Asset Class: Industrial Warehouse / Distribution Center
- Tenant: Breakaway Real Estate LLC (Manny’s Appliances)
- Square Footage Leased: 50,000 SF
- Total Building Size: 239,000 SF
- Lot Size: 17 Acres
- Ceiling Height: 18’
- Loading Facilities: 12 Truck Docks
- Year Built / Renovated: 1971 / 2016
- Zoning: Industrial A
- Occupancy Status: Fully Leased
How Jennings Positioned 100 Brookdale Drive for Rapid Lease-Up
Jennings marketed 100 Brookdale Drive as a premier regional distribution facility, targeting tenants with significant dock-door requirements and an immediate need for highway access. Rather than waiting for demand to find the listing, the team led with the building’s operational strengths: 12 truck docks, 18-foot clear height, a wide-open floor plan, and a location placing I-90 and I-291 within direct reach.
That positioning attracted Manny’s Appliances, a regional retailer using the space to support distribution across multiple retail locations throughout New England. Jennings executed the transition with no vacancy gap between occupants, protecting the owner’s income stream and demonstrating what the industrial leasing market in Springfield already knows: quality, well-located warehouse space moves fast.
Why 100 Brookdale Drive Works for Regional Distribution
At 239,000 total square feet on 17 acres, the facility gives high-volume distributors the operational footprint they need. The 18-foot ceiling height supports modern racking configurations, and 12 truck docks allow simultaneous loading and unloading at scale. The 2016 renovation brought the 1971 building’s systems up to current standards, giving tenants a modernized facility without the premium of new construction.
For Manny’s Appliances, the property delivers a direct pipeline to regional customers. Sitting inside Springfield’s established industrial corridor, 100 Brookdale Drive connects to the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90) and Interstate 291, two of New England’s primary freight routes, enabling efficient distribution north, south, east, and west across the region.
Springfield’s Industrial Corridor: A Strategic Location for Logistics Operations
100 Brookdale Drive sits within Springfield’s established industrial submarket, surrounded by logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing neighbors that reinforce its long-term viability as a distribution hub. Major regional employers and institutions anchor the broader economic base, and two of New England’s most critical freight corridors run directly through the area.
- Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90): Major east-west trucking corridor running through New England, providing direct regional and interstate freight access
- Interstate 291 (Springfield, MA): Direct connector to I-91 and regional logistics hubs throughout the Pioneer Valley
- Springfield Industrial Park (Brookdale Dr Area): Established cluster of logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing businesses
- Smith & Wesson (2100 Roosevelt Ave): Major local manufacturer and regional employer
- Baystate Medical Center (759 Chestnut St): Regional employer and consistent logistics customer base
This concentration of infrastructure and established industrial neighbors makes the Brookdale Drive corridor one of the most dependable addresses for regional distribution in Western Massachusetts.
Jennings Real Estate: Industrial Leasing Experts in Western Massachusetts
This lease reflects both the strength of Springfield’s industrial market and Jennings Real Estate’s ability to move decisively within it. Securing a quality tenant with zero vacancy on a 50,000-square-foot space requires market knowledge, active tenant relationships, and the ability to match operational needs to the right asset. This transaction delivered on all three.
If you’re looking to lease, acquire, or reposition industrial or warehouse space in Western Massachusetts, Jennings Real Estate brings the local expertise and execution to get it done.
Kevin Jennings: kevin@jennings-re.com | 413.731.7770
Jonathan Little: jonathan@jennings-re.com
Frequently Asked Questions: Industrial Warehouse Leasing in Springfield, MA
What are the key features of this industrial space?
The facility offers an 18-foot ceiling height, 12 truck docks, a flexible open floor plan, and 17 acres of land for logistics maneuvering. A 2016 renovation updated building systems while preserving the operational footprint that high-volume distributors require.
What type of tenant leased the space?
Breakaway Real Estate LLC, the real estate entity for Manny’s Appliances, uses the facility as a regional distribution center supporting its retail operations across New England.
Why was this location attractive to the tenant?
Immediate access to I-90 and I-291 gives the tenant superior logistics connectivity across New England, supporting efficient distribution to multiple retail locations.
What was the previous use of the property?
The building has served continuously as an industrial warehouse and distribution facility, maintaining its role as an anchor address in Springfield’s established industrial corridor.
How does this lease reflect market trends in the area?
The rapid lease-up with zero downtime reflects strong demand for quality industrial space in Springfield’s logistics submarket. Well-located, dock-heavy warehouse space in Western Massachusetts continues to attract tenants quickly, with limited availability at this scale.
