Author: Shinil Krishnan

Boardwalk Development Group Receives Certificate of Occupancy for New Self Storage Facility in McDonough, GA

Boardwalk Development Group (BDG) announces the receipt of a Certificate of Occupancy for its latest self-storage development, Boardwalk Storage – Westridge, LLC, located at 275 Westridge Parkway in McDonough, Georgia. This state-of-the-art facility features 86,550 net rentable square feet of Class A bi-level climate-controlled storage, comprising 527 units designed to meet the growing storage needs of residents and businesses in McDonough and surrounding communities. Strategically located for easy access, Boardwalk Storage – Westridge provides a premium solution for those seeking secure, high-quality self-storage options in the area. “The development of…

Keystone Self Storage Announces Expansion at Asheville Highway in Landrum, SC

Keystone Self Storage recently announced the latest expansion of its facilities with the introduction of “LOT #3.” Scheduled for completion later this year, this expansion at 21903 Asheville Hwy. will feature additional climate-controlled storage units and ample RV parking options. Voted Favorite Self Storage Facility in the Foothills for three consecutive years (2022, 2023, and 2024), Keystone Self Storage has become a leading name in the region. The facility offers safe, secure, and reliable storage solutions. “With the addition of Lot #3, we are excited to enhance our offerings and…

Great American Storage and RSG Development Break Ground on Premium Storage Facility in Savannah Market, GA

Great American Storage and RSG Development announce the groundbreaking of a storage facility designed to address the growing demand for RV and boat storage. Great American Storage and RSG Development announced the groundbreaking of an innovative storage facility designed to address the growing demand for premium RV and boat storage in the Greater Savannah area. The 171,677-square-foot facility, located at 150 GA HWY 30 in Port Wentworth, will be the region’s first executive-level storage complex offering comprehensive vehicle storage solutions. The state-of-the-art facility will feature 293 total rental spaces, including…

Extra Space Storage Ready to Open New Self-Storage Facility in Auburn, AL

Just over a year after breaking ground at 1 Center St. in Auburn, Extra Space Storage is ready to open this month, according to the company website. The three-story, 100,000-square-foot self-storage facility is climate-controlled and offers some 750 temperature and humidity-controlled units of various sizes for businesses and the general public. Jason Sommer, developer on the project, said the Lewiston and Auburn market is underserved in this segment of the storage market, which is why they developed it. Extra Space has another facility at 905 Washington St. in Auburn. Extra…

Janus International Group’s Nokē Smart Entry Transformation Celebrated by Amazon Web Services at re:Invent

Janus International Group’s Nokē Smart Entry Transformation Celebrated by Amazon Web Services at re:Invent Janus Acknowledged by AWS for Significant Enhancements to the Nokē Platform Janus International Group, Inc. (NYSE: JBI) (“Janus”), a leading provider of cutting-edge smart access control technologies and building product solutions for the self-storage, commercial, and industrial sectors, was acknowledged by Amazon Web Services (“AWS”) at the AWS re:Invent conference for successfully migrating its award-winning Nokē Smart Entry system to the AWS platform. Sanjay Khinvasara, EVP & Chief Engineering Officer of Nokē, was asked to present…

Talonvest Secures $14.4M in Financings for Two Self-Storage Properties in Thousand Oaks and Torrance, CA

Talonvest Capital, Inc. is proud to announce two recent closings for SoCal Self Storage. The first was a $7,200,000 non-recourse permanent loan for a self-storage facility located at 2550 Willow Lane in Thousand Oaks, California. The property spans 54,937 NRSF and features a total of 525 units. The property benefits from its prime location along the 101 Freeway, which sees over 170,000 vehicles per day. Concurrently, Talonvest negotiated a second loan on behalf of SoCal Self Storage for a facility encompassing 42,979 NRSF spanning 499 units and located in the…

Absolute Storage Management Celebrates Milestone: Now Managing Over 150 Properties Across United States

Absolute Storage Management (Absolute) proudly announces a significant milestone as the company now manages over 150 self-storage properties across the southeastern and midwestern United States. This achievement underscores Absolute’s commitment to excellence and its sustained growth within the industry. Founded in 2002 by three partners who met while working together at Storage USA, Absolute has steadily expanded its footprint while maintaining its dedication to providing unparalleled service. Notably, Absolute proudly manages 5 of its first 10 properties which date back over 20 years—a testament to the strength and longevity of…

Featured Broker: Brandon Robinson

Meet Brandon Robinson, the dynamic National Director of Investment Sales at Calvary Realty, where he leads the charge in Self-Storage and commercial transactions across the nation. With a reputation for excellence, Brandon has earned prestigious accolades like CoStar’s “Power Broker” and Crexi’s “Platinum Broker,” underscoring his prowess in forging strong client-agent relationships. In just seven years, Brandon has propelled Calvary Realty to the forefront of the storage brokerage industry, transforming it into one of the nation’s top firms. With 17 years of experience, he has collaborated with leading storage operators,…

Recent Transactions: 02.18.2025 – 02.24.2025

Self-Storage Transactions Spotlight: Portfolio Expansions, Tech-Driven Investments & Growing Demand Recent self-storage transactions highlight a mix of value-added acquisitions, portfolio expansions, and technology-driven investments across high-demand markets like New Jersey, Virginia, Texas, Florida, and California. While location and strong demand fundamentals remain key investment priorities, investors increasingly focus on technology and amenities to drive value. Properties like SecureSpace Arlington and Storage King USA are integrating AI-enabled security, contactless leasing, and 24/7 surveillance, reflecting the industry’s shift toward automation and efficiency. Portfolio growth remains a dominant strategy, with Strategic Storage Growth…

Self Storage Market of the Month: Kettering, OH (10-min drive time)

StorTrack’s featured market this month is Kettering, OH. Kettering is one of the largest suburbs of Dayton. The city boasts a diverse local economy, supported by industries like healthcare, education, and manufacturing, with major employers including Kettering Health Network and Reynolds & Reynolds. How is Kettering as a self-storage market and is it a good place to consider investing in? We’ve used StorTrack’s Explorer platform to look at some metrics to analyze its potential as a self-storage investment.   Self Storage Market Metrics for Kettering, OH (Within 10-Minute Drive Time) Current…