Author: Shinil Krishnan

How to Increase the Value of Your Facility

Owners are often searching for a single, decisive action that will meaningfully increase the value of their self-storage facility. The good news is that such an answer does exist. The bad news is that, much like that time in college I tried to run 100 miles, it is far easier to describe than to execute. Last year, we brokered 52 self-storage transactions, and activity this year has accelerated even further. Increased deal flow is being driven by an influx of capital and a growing number of motivated sellers. On the…

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 04.01.2026 – 04.07.2026

Last week’s transaction activity highlights a continued split in self-storage investment strategies, with capital targeting both stabilized suburban assets and higher-growth redevelopment opportunities across diverse geographies. Trades in markets such as Sioux Falls, Seattle, and Renton show steady demand for facilities with climate-controlled units, parking, and extra income streams. The North Bergen redevelopment points to ongoing interest in adaptive reuse in dense, supply-constrained urban corridors. Meanwhile, smaller assets in secondary and tertiary markets, including Mississippi, North Carolina, and Texas, suggest that private and regional buyers stay active, likely drawn to…

New Self-Storage Facility Planned for Former Elks Lodge Site in South Marion County, Florida

Plans for a new self-storage facility in the southern part of Marion County are moving forward on a site that previously housed an Elks Lodge. The project, named Partners Self Storage Belleview, is slated for a 5.6-acre parcel located at 7655 E Highway 25. The property was formerly the home of the Silver Springs Shores Elks Lodge #2730 before it was acquired by Partners Self Storage LLC for $610,000 in June 2024. According to a major site plan submitted to the Marion County Development Review Committee, the facility will feature…

Why Transparency & Authenticity Always Wins in Self Storage

In self-storage, deals don’t fall apart because of bad properties. They fall apart because of surprises. Whether you’re buying, selling, operating, or brokering, one principle holds true across every transaction: transparency and authenticity aren’t just good ethics, they’re good business. From the Seller’s Perspective Nobody likes finding a leak in the roof after they’ve already signed. Sellers who disclose upfront deferred maintenance, value-add opportunities, occupancy swings, pending capital needs build the kind of credibility that actually moves deals forward. Sophisticated buyers will find the skeletons during due diligence anyway. When…

Janus International Group Announces All-New, Dual Technology, Wireless Smart Lock

Janus Releases “Nokē Infinitē™” A Bluetooth & NFC, Wireless Smart Lock Janus International Group, Inc. (NYSE: JBI) (“Janus” or the “Company”), a leading global manufacturer and provider of turn-key self-storage, commercial, and industrial building solutions, today announced the addition of Nokē Infinitē, an on-door, dual technology, smart locking system that is the latest addition in the award-winning line of Nokē Smart Entry products. Nokē Infinitē combines the robust features of Bluetooth with the power harvesting functionality of near-field communication (NFC), making it the first and only battery-powered, connected smart lock…

Emerald Coast Moving & Storage Launches White Glove Design Logistics on Gulf Coast

Emerald Coast Moving & Storage announced the launch of specialized white glove interior design logistics services for the Gulf Coast design community, offering end‑to‑end solutions for designers, builders, showrooms, and high‑end residential clients across Florida’s Emerald Coast. The new offering is designed to streamline the complex logistics that accompany interior design projects, including receiving, inspection, climate‑controlled storage, delivery, placement, and debris removal. Through its dedicated Interior Design Logistics Services, the company coordinates vendor shipments, consolidates orders, and schedules installations to align with construction timelines and client move‑in dates. Emerald Coast…

Tucson Lock Storage Under Local Ownership With New Management Offering U-Haul Rentals in Tucson, Arizona

Tucson Lock Storage has transitioned to local ownership and is now under new management, introducing operational updates, including U-Haul rental services at the storage facility. The ownership change reflects a shift toward locally guided management practices. The storage facility is now overseen by a Tucson-based owner who is directly involved in day-to-day operations. This adjustment is intended to streamline decision-making, improve oversight, and align services more closely with local demand patterns. As part of the transition, U-Haul rentals have been added to the list of available services. This addition positions…

Ultimate Storage Solutions Welcomes Big Blue Boxes, Expanding National Container Platform

Ultimate Storage Solutions (USS) today announced that Big Blue Boxes (BBB), a Midwest leader in storage container and intermodal solutions, has joined USS, significantly expanding the company’s geographic footprint and service capabilities. This strategic combination brings together two highly regarded companies with complementary strengths, creating a more expansive platform to serve customers across a broader market. The addition of Big Blue Boxes enhances USS’s operational reach, increases inventory availability, and strengthens logistics capabilities across key regions. “This combination represents more than growth. It significately increases our ability to serve customers…

Featured Broker: Ashley Compton, MBA

Ashley Compton is a Principal and Vice Chairman at Colliers who specializes in advising clients in the disposition, acquisition, and recapitalization of self-storage facilities throughout the United States and Canada. His single mission for each client is to utilize his knowledge and experience to exceed expectations. He develops a customized marketing plan for each client to ensure maximum sales proceeds while minimizing exposure to risk by reducing the transaction timeline. Integrity, ethics, and experience guide every interaction and define his service approach with clients and colleagues. He has successfully assisted…

StorTrack Market of the Month: San Antonio, TX

San Antonio’s self-storage market is currently defined by a steady influx of demand meeting a significant wave of new capacity. The city’s primary strength lies in its relative affordability; as a fast-growing metropolitan area, its ability to attract new residents and fuel employment expansion provides a consistent source of demand typical of major Sun Belt hubs. While multifamily development is expected to moderate, storage usage remains supported by the existing renter base and a shift toward smaller living footprints, which effectively moves traditional storage needs into professional facilities. However, the…