Day: June 30, 2026

Which Region of the United States Uses Self-Storage the Most?

Understanding where self-storage demand is strongest can help investors, developers, and operators make more informed decisions when evaluating new markets. While self-storage has become a nationwide asset class, usage rates vary by region due to differences in population growth, housing density, mobility, and lifestyle. According to data from the Self Storage Demand Study, the South leads the nation in self-storage usage, followed by the West, Midwest, and Northeast. Here’s a closer look at what drives demand in each region. 1. The South Leads the Nation The South has both the…

How StorQuest Is Advancing Sustainability Across Its Portfolio

Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a business imperative. Across the self-storage industry, environmental priorities are reshaping operational decisions and investment strategies alike. Today’s consumers increasingly choose to support companies that take meaningful action to reduce their environmental impact. At StorQuest Self Storage, we’re not just keeping pace; we’re setting the standard by integrating sustainable practices across our entire portfolio. Since 2021, StorQuest has maintained carbon-neutral operations through renewable energy investments, energy-efficiency initiatives, and the purchase of high-quality carbon offsets. These efforts support our long-term environmental goals, including reducing greenhouse…

AAA Vault Storage Brings Climate-Controlled and Drive-Up Units to Orange, Texas

AAA Vault Storage, located in Orange, Texas, is expanding its climate-controlled storage offerings to serve residential and commercial customers across Orange County. The facility provides eight unit sizes from 5×5 to 10×30 feet, along with drive-up and indoor options, vehicle and RV parking, and month-to-month leasing terms. The facility’s focus on climate control reflects a demand pattern common to Gulf Coast markets, where heat and humidity make temperature-regulated storage a practical consideration for a broad range of customers. Read the Full Article Source: The Malone Telegram

Absolute Storage Management Takes Over Self-Storage Facility Operations at Conyers, Georgia

A self-storage facility at 1722 Highway 138 SE in Conyers, Georgia, has been acquired by Corner Storage Conyers JV LLC and rebranded as Conyers Climate Storage. The 303-unit, 39,650-square-foot property includes both climate-controlled and standard units and will be managed by Absolute Storage Management. The deal is representative of a broader industry trend in which local ownership groups engage third-party operators to handle day-to-day management, a structure increasingly common in smaller Southeast markets. Read the Full Article Source: Absolute Storage Management

Shadowbrook Capital Secures Financing for New Self-Storage Project in Hillsborough, New Jersey

JLL arranged construction financing through Provident Bank for a 709-unit self-storage facility at 35 Bedle St. in Hillsborough, New Jersey. The project, developed by Shadowbrook Capital, will encompass 76,119 net rentable square feet of climate-controlled space on an 8.6-acre site, with delivery expected in 2027. Extra Space Storage will manage operations upon completion. The transaction adds to a pattern of institutional capital targeting Northern New Jersey, a market where regulatory barriers and limited land continue to constrain new self-storage supply. Read the Full Article Source: RE Business Online

Featured Broker: Rob Schick

Rob Schick has been a licensed broker in the Indianapolis area for over 26 years and is the Argus Broker Affiliate for the State of Indiana. A graduate of Indiana University with a finance degree, Rob began his career in mortgage banking and, after six years, transitioned over to commercial real estate brokerage in 1995. Rob is well-versed in all asset classes but has focused primarily on self-storage for the past 16 years. He has the experience and expertise to accurately value facilities regardless of where they fit in the…