The Ardent Companies (Ardent) and Ironwood Development Partners announced the opening of their newest Class-A self-storage facility. Located in Copiague, N.Y., the facility will open Dec. 16, reinforcing Ardent’s proven approach of delivering institutional-quality, climate controlled, self-storage developments. The project represents Ardent’s first partnership with Ironwood Development Partners, a key milestone in the firm’s strategy to deepen its presence in high-barrier, supply-constrained markets.
“Our expansion into Long Island underscores the opportunity to partner with experienced local teams that share our commitment to quality and execution,” said Ricardo De Rojas, Managing Director for Ardent. “Ironwood’s market knowledge and aligned vision were instrumental in bringing this project to life.”
The facility is one of the final assets to deliver as part of Ardent’s Self-Storage Development Fund II, which is on track to complete construction across remaining assets in early 2026. The opening follows notable lease-up momentum that has been established across other Fund II assets. To date, Fund II has executed nine of its 11 development deals and is consistently achieving occupancy milestones that surpass projections.
“Ardent’s self-storage development strategy is focused on bringing durable, Class-A product to infill markets with significant demand and limited supply,” said Thomas Olson, Head of Self-Storage Strategy for Ardent. “Fund II’s performance is a testament to our team’s disciplined sourcing approach, meticulous underwriting and well-established local partnerships.”
As Ardent’s first development project in Long Island, the three-story facility spans 108,201 square feet and is strategically positioned along Sunrise Highway. The project’s development team includes Park East Construction as general contractor, Michael Sudano as architect, and R&M Engineering as civil engineer. The property will be managed by Extra Space Storage.
“Long Island continues to face persistent undersupply, and this project delivers a needed solution for residents, seasonal visitors and businesses,” said Blair Sweeney, Founder and President for Ironwood Development Partners. “This development is well-positioned for success given its location, highway access and strong market fundamentals.”
Earlier this year, Ardent launched Self Storage Development Fund III, which seeks to raise $150 million to support the ground-up development of Class-A self-storage projects in high-demand, supply-constrained U.S. markets. Fund III’s pipeline includes 11 sites totaling approximately a million rentable square feet, with projects in high-barrier markets such as Hoboken and Boston.
To learn more about Ardent, visit theardentcompanies.com.
The Ardent Companies
The Ardent Companies operates as a privately held real estate firm focused on opportunistic and diversified investment strategies. With significant industry experience and a demonstrated track record, Ardent leverages its established relationships and capital flexibility to attain a diverse set of risk-adjusted investments. The firm pursues opportunities with an innovative and disciplined approach, making material investments together with our limited partners for maximum alignment. As the firm continues to build upon its infrastructure, portfolio, and footprint, Ardent is committed to creating a positive impact on its employees, investors, and communities. Founded in 2012, Ardent has invested over $5.5 billion with over $3 billion in assets currently under management. Ardent’s investment strategies extend across US state lines and country borders, with a current presence in 40 states and three countries. As Ardent expands upon its geographic footprint, the firm continues to grow its employee base with team members based in Atlanta, Charlotte, Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York City as well as in London, UK.
