Weekly Self Storage Transaction Roundup: 5/19/26 – 6/1/26

Recent self-storage transactions indicate steady market activity, especially in secondary and tertiary markets. Nineteen deals across 13 states were completed, with single-asset sales comprising most of the volume. Portfolio transactions also occurred, including Etude Storage Capital’s acquisition of two Chicago properties from Self Storage 1, Mini Storage Depot’s sale of two Extra Space-branded facilities in Nashville, and a two-property, 315-unit portfolio in Corning, CA. These transactions show continued interest in multi-asset opportunities in both urban and regional markets.   Capital is moving through multiple deal profiles. For example, Compass Self…

6 Proven Ways to Turn Around an Underperforming Self-Storage Facility

Not every self-storage facility performs as expected. Whether occupancy has stalled, expenses are rising, or revenue growth has slowed, an underperforming property doesn’t have to stay that way. The good news is that many struggling facilities can be improved with a few strategic changes. By focusing on operations, revenue management, marketing, and customer experience, owners can often increase Net Operating Income (NOI) and significantly improve property value. Here are six proven ways to turn around an underperforming self-storage facility. 1. Audit Your Financials The first step is understanding exactly where…