Author: Shinil Krishnan

10 Warning Signs a Tenant is Living in Your Self-Storage Facility

Living in a Self-Storage unit is illegal in most areas and poses serious safety and liability risks for facility owners. Unfortunately, it’s an issue that many operators face at some point. The good news? By spotting the warning signs early, you can prevent a small problem from becoming a costly legal mess. Here are 10 signs that a tenant might be secretly living at your facility—and what to watch for. 1. Unusual hours of access. The first sign that someone may be living at your facility is unusual hours of…

Janus International Launches Redesigned Nokē Web Portal to Enhance Multi-Facility Management

The new enterprise-level platform simplifies navigation, streamlines operations, and delivers an intuitive experience for self-storage operators worldwide. Janus International Group, Inc. (NYSE: JBI) (“Janus” or the “Company”), a leading provider of cutting-edge access control technologies and building product solutions for the self-storage and other commercial and industrial sectors, today announced the launch of it’s newly designed web portal, marking a milestone in it’s ongoing commitment to delivering seamless, enterprise level experiences for operators to run their facilities more efficiently. The redesigned Nokē Web Portal gives operators the ability to manage…

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 08.27.2025 – 09.02.2025

Recent self-storage transactions show continued investor interest in the sector, with activity spanning a variety of markets and asset types. Deals include stabilized properties, development sites, and portfolio acquisitions, reflecting strategies to expand market presence, increase operational scale, and position for long-term growth. Demand remains steady, supported by consistent occupancy levels and opportunities to enhance revenue through improved management and pricing strategies.     Property: America Stores It Location: Liverpool, New York Address: 8372 Oswego Rd., Liverpool, New York Year Built: 2023 Brokers and Brokerage: Nathan Coe, Gabriel Coe, Brett…

Etude Capital Acquires 9-Property Storage Portfolio

Etude Capital announced today the acquisition of nine self-storage properties comprising over 800,000 net rentable square feet and more than 6,600 units for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $166 million. The properties were acquired from a single seller and are located in Northern and Southern California and Las Vegas, Nevada. The properties will be managed by Extra Space Storage. “We are pleased to add these assets to our national portfolio and expand our West Coast footprint,” said Alex Hansen, Director of Self-Storage Acquisitions at Etude. “This transaction underscores Etude’s…

West Coast Self-Storage Opens New Facility in Indio, California

West Coast Self-Storage, a leading self-storage property management company, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest facility, West Coast Self-Storage Indio, located at 83534 Dr. Carreon Blvd. in Indio, CA at the corner of Calhoun Street and Dr Carreon Blvd. The new facility is designed to serve residents and businesses throughout Indio and the greater Coachella Valley. The brand-new, state-of-the-art facility features a wide variety of storage options, including climate-controlled indoor units ranging from 5×5 to 10×20, drive-up units in 10×15 and 10×20 sizes, and covered and uncovered…

West Coast Self-Storage Opens New Self-Storage Facility in Indio, California

West Coast Self-Storage, a leading self-storage property management company, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest facility, West Coast Self-Storage Indio, located at 83534 Dr. Carreon Blvd. in Indio, CA at the corner of Calhoun Street and Dr Carreon Blvd. The new facility is designed to serve residents and businesses throughout Indio and the greater Coachella Valley. The brand-new, state-of-the-art facility features a wide variety of storage options, including climate-controlled indoor units ranging from 5×5 to 10×20, drive-up units in 10×15 and 10×20 sizes, and covered and uncovered…

Self Storage Opens with Professional Management in Orlando, Florida

Local owners of Colonial Drive Self Storage proudly announce the acquisition of the self-storage facility at 4815 West Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32808. This facility, being managed by Absolute Storage Management (Absolute), features 1,174 units totaling 101,207 rentable square feet. It offers safe and secure climate-controlled unit options to the local communities of Orlando, Kissimmee, and Sanford. Colonial Storage Holdings LLC has contracted with Absolute Storage Management (Absolute) to provide professional self-storage management services, and the facility is officially under Absolute’s management as of August 14, 2025. Residents and businesses…

Featured Broker: Jamey Cox

Jamey has been active in the commercial construction, real estate brokerage and development business since the early 2000s, all of which were based in the Charlotte, NC region with projects along the East Coast. Project types have included office buildings, industrial and flex space, and mixed-use developments. Jamey shifted to commercial real estate in 2011. He worked with clients throughout the region. His work included site selection, land use evaluation. In addition to land sales, Jamey worked on assignments that included industrial and office leasing and multifamily sales. Jamey joined…

New Self Storage Facility Opens to Serve Growing Batavia, Illinois Market

Atlanta-based Noble Storage today announced the grand opening of its newest facility, Space Shop Self Storage, located at 2345 Mill Street in Batavia, IL. This 100% climate-controlled facility offers 968 modern storage units designed to provide residents and businesses with a clean, safe, and convenient place to store their belongings. “Our mission is to deliver space-saving solutions that make life easier for our customers,” said Brad Noble, President of Noble Storage. “The Batavia area is experiencing tremendous growth, and we’re proud to introduce a state-of-the-art facility that’s not only secure…

Vertical Lift Gate or Slide Gate: Which is Better?

The access control decisions you make are vital to securing your self-storage property, but security isn’t the only factor that goes into the equation. In fact, there are pros and cons of vertical lift gates and cantilever slide gates that you’ll want to think about as well as questions you should be asking yourself to get the right fit for your facility. Get the Right Fit Many properties are getting tighter on space as land costs go up, so a gate that works within those site constraints is crucial. In…